Our Vision and Core Values
The Community Synagogue is a vibrant, caring and inclusive Reform congregation that inspires meaningful relationships with one another, the larger community and with God.
We are committed to:
COMMUNITY
Embracing our members at every stage of their lives, offering friendship, compassion and acts of loving kindness
EDUCATION / TORAH
Providing meaningful Jewish learning experiences to nurture an environment of lifelong learning
ISRAEL
Supporting the State of Israel as a pluralistic, culturally diverse, democratic Jewish state; and supporting Jews and the Reform movement around the world
LIFE CYCLE
Creating and sharing powerful transformative Jewish moments in our lives
OUTREACH
Welcoming interfaith families, the unaffiliated, and people of all ages, races, abilities and sexual orientation
SOCIAL ACTION
Engaging in acts of tikkun olam (repairing the world) that lead to greater justice, righteousness and human dignity
TRADITION
Honoring the history of our congregation and preserving the heritage of the Jewish people
VOLUNTEERISM / ENGAGEMENT
Developing a culture of engagement through giving of time and resources according to each person’s ability
WORSHIP
Creating sacred and inspiring worship experiences that enrich our spiritual lives both personally and communally
YOUTH
Instilling a solid foundation of Jewish connection in our young people, and empowering them to be a positive force in the world
Sat, February 4 2023
13 Sh'vat 5783
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Worship Schedule
Shabbat "Beshalach" ~ "שבת "בשלח
Friday, February 3
6:30 pm – National Refugee Shabbat (5th Annual), with Rabbi Z and Cantorial Intern Agnes Valdman, with special remarks from Issabel Burton, Senior Director of Community Engagement Initiatives at HIAS, worship in person or watch on our Website.
Saturday, February 4
9:30 am – Bagels by the Bay: Tu BiShvat with Rabbinic Intern Ilana Symons in the Black Box at Sands Point Preserve as we celebrate Tu BiShvat (the birthday of the trees)! Our morning will include a seder, text study, nature walk, and, of course, bagels and other natural treats. RSVPs Required. RSVP Here
10:30 am – Shabbat Morning (Bar Mitzvah of Jackson Horlick), worship in person or watch on our Website.
Link to this week's parasha (Torah portion) and haftarah.