In response to the desire for mixed seating and other innovations advocated by the Conservative movement, nine members of Beth Tfiloh founded Congregation Beth El in 1947, while Beth Tfiloh continued its commitment to Modern Orthodox principles.

In response to the desire for mixed seating and other innovations advocated by the Conservative movement, nine members of Beth Tfiloh founded Congregation Beth El in 1947, while Beth Tfiloh continued its commitment to Modern Orthodox principles.