At Congregation Etz Chaim, you'll find a vibrant, innovative, and

welcoming community where Jewish tradition and contemporary

life come together. Whether you're seeking meaningful worship,

lifelong learning, lasting friendships, or a place to call home, you'll

discover a congregation that celebrates every stage of your

Jewish journey.

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As a member of our community, you'll experience:

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• A warm and welcoming congregation that celebrates with you in times of joy and supports you through life's challenges.

• A caring community committed to bikkur cholim (visiting and supporting those who are ill), providing compassionate support during times of loss, and ensuring no one walks life's journey alone.

• Strong lay leadership with countless opportunities to participate, volunteer, develop new skills, and grow into leadership roles at your own pace.

• An egalitarian, inclusive, and hamisha (warm and down-to-earth) environment where everyone is welcome. Come as you are—our community values authenticity over formality.

• Meaningful worship experiences, including spirited Friday evening services, inspiring Shabbat morning services, and our Thursday morning minyan, followed by the beloved tradition of "Lox, Shots & Blocks."

• Engaging opportunities for lifelong Jewish learning led by talented teachers and congregants. Past offerings have included Torah on Tap, courses on Jewish perspectives on death and dying, prayer exploration, Sisterhood's "Dinner & D'var" gatherings at local restaurants, and adult education following Shabbat morning Kiddush.

• A community that loves to gather around the table. Our special Kiddush luncheons and Shabbat dinners are lovingly prepared by our congregants in our kosher kitchen, creating opportunities for fellowship as well as delicious meals.

• A synagogue that feels like family. Here, you'll find a place where everyone is known, valued, and encouraged to become an active part of our community.

• Flexible membership options designed to meet your family's needs, including associate memberships for those whose primary synagogue affiliation is elsewhere.

 

At Congregation Etz Chaim, membership is about more than joining a synagogue—it's about finding a community where you belong. Let our family become your family as you deepen your spirituality, strengthen your connection to Judaism, build lifelong friendships, and discover new opportunities to learn, lead, and thrive in our warm, inclusive, and hamisha community.