Covid-19 Policies: Temple Shalom has been guided by the Jewish concept of pikuah nefesh (preservation of life), as well as the best advice of doctors, public health experts, and peer institutions, as we strive to support our community and gather safely during the pandemic. Most adult services meet in person and on Zoom. Youth services meet in person only. Other programs are in person unless stated otherwise. Some events may require pre-registration.
We hope to resume offering food after shabbat services (Friday night onegs and Saturday afternoon kiddush lunches) later in spring 2022.
As of April 1, 2022, the wearing of masks is optional at Temple Shalom services and events. Masks continue to be required during Religious School.
We do ask those who have tested positive for Covid-19, or those experiencing certain symptoms, to delay their in-person visits to Temple Shalom. Please adhere to these GUIDELINES regarding when it is safe to join us.
Welcome to Temple Shalom!
Are you looking for a place to worship? A community to belong to? Religious education for your family?
We invite you to take a look around and see if the Temple Shalom community is right for you!
A Conservative Community:
Temple Shalom is an egalitarian Conservative community that embraces the richness of Jewish tradition and thrives on the diversity of members’ backgrounds, family structure, and ideas.
Our members’ lives are enriched through participation in our vibrant and warm Jewish kehilla (congregation) where passion for praying, playing, learning, and tikkun olam (social action) are fulfilled together. We’re a community: we support one another as we all strive to live our value
Come be a part of a Jewish community that feels like family, and shares the joys of each other’s life events.
What’s happening:
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Below, you’ll find a schedule of this week’s upcoming events.
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Minyan
May 18, 2022 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join our Hybrid Weekday Minyan on Zoom or outdoors in person weather-permitting.In person RSVP to minyan@templeshalommedford.org. Observe this traditional mitzvah for a moment of sacredness in your hectic week, or to help those in mourning or observing a yarhzeit.
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Cantor's Class
May 18, 2022 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
A monthly class led by Cantor Howard Stern covering a wide variety of topics that spark lively discussions.
Topics are announced by email. This description will be updated, when details are known, as time permits.
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Board of Director's Meeting
May 19, 2022 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
The Temple Shalom Board of Directors meets monthly on the 3rd Thursday (except when there is a conflict with a holiday).
If you have anything to share with the Board of Directors, contact Temple President, Gisele Ellis, at president@templeshalommedford.org.
Link to view the Board meeting minutes and agendas: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1NBzR20A0LinsIYRqQevxv-JyZOK3Okpt?usp=sharing
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Shabbat Mishpacha
May 20, 2022 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join your Temple Shalom community for Kabbalat Shabbat to celebrate the start of Shabbat.
"The seventh day is like a palace in time with a kingdom for all."
-Abraham Joshua Heschel, The Sabbath
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Shabbat Morning Service
May 21, 2022 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join with your fellow congregants in celebration of Shabbat. Hear the reading of the Torah and recite the prayers and blessings of our people.
“What is the Sabbath? Spirit in the form of time. With our bodies we belong to space; our spirit, our souls, soar to eternity, aspire to the holy. The Sabbath is an ascent to the summit.”
–Abraham Joshua Heschel, The Sabbath
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Mah Jongg
May 24, 2022 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Tuesday night Mah Jongg is going back to cyberspace. We play together on MyJongg.net and chat via Zoom. Contact Marcia Delatizky with any questions and for the Zoom link.
All are welcome whether you've never played before, you need a refresher or compete regularly in tournaments! We will happily guide you through the game as needed. No betting, no pressure! We play a friendly game and you will have fun!