Our Vision and Core Values

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