When divorce fractures Jewish families, their relationship with synagogue communities often follows a predictable yet devastating pattern: initial anger at religious authorities transforms into self-imposed religious exile. Through qualitative analysis of marketing data and personal narratives from divorced parents, a clear disconnect emerges between traditional family-centered Jewish ceremonies and the realities of single-parent households, leading to profound religious guilt and alienation. The research reveals how perceived incompatibility with conventional Jewish frameworks drives many divorced parents away from religious practice entirely. However, strategic interventions by synagogue communities can help bridge this divide, particularly through proactive outreach during separation, flexible financial accommodations, and integration of single parents into mainstream programming rather than segregated activities. Additionally, educating divorce professionals about Jewish religious considerations proves crucial for maintaining community connections. While synagogue sensitivity and outreach are essential, individual reconciliation with Judaism - often catalyzed by obtaining a religious divorce (get) and reconceptualizing single-parent households within Jewish structures - remains the decisive factor in sustained religious engagement. The findings highlight an underlying tension: single-parent families simultaneously exist outside traditional Jewish norms while seeking inclusion in communities that fundamentally depend on conventional family structures for cultural preservation.