Conservative Jewish congregations in 1970s America demonstrated remarkable innovation in extending their social justice work beyond traditional communal boundaries to address pressing societal challenges. Through questionnaires, correspondence, and personal contact, the Joint Commission on Social Action documented exemplary community service programs that engaged both Jewish and non-Jewish populations. The research methodology specifically focused on initiatives that transcended conventional Jewish concerns, deliberately excluding Israel and Soviet Jewry activities to avoid overlap with other organizational committees. Four groundbreaking programs emerged as models: the Town and Village Synagogue in New York provided religiously-informed draft counseling services during the Vietnam era; Beth El Synagogue in Minnesota organized candidate forums and policy seminars to promote civic engagement; Congregation Brothers of Israel in New Jersey pioneered elderly housing through federal partnerships; and Congregation B'nai Amoona in Missouri bridged suburban-urban divides through innovative community partnerships. These initiatives not only served broader community needs but also offered meaningful volunteer opportunities for congregation members, illustrating how Conservative synagogues successfully translated Jewish values into practical social action during a period of significant social change.