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Congregation Emeth is a vibrant, inclusive Reform Jewish community where people feel a sense of belonging and purpose. We are devoted to life-long learning, worship, acts of loving kindness, and social justice. Our community celebrates joyous life-cycle events and offers comfort and support in times of challenge and sorrow.
We warmly welcome everyone who desires connection with the Jewish community, and those seeking to explore Judaism. We embrace and respect our interfaith families, LGBTQ+ and BIPOC members. Together we nurture enduring friendships and strengthen our connections within our families, congregation and community.
We are dedicated to meeting the spiritual, intellectual and social needs of our community. Join us as we grow together, building a stronger, more vibrant Jewish presence in the South Valley and beyond.
Highlights of the Month
ELUL
Elul the month before Rosh Hashanah begins on 9/3. It is helpful to prepare for Rosh Hashanah in many ways. One tradition is hearing the shofar blown every morning. Another is reciting Psalm 27 daily. Here is a helpful article about Psalm 27 and the text of Psalm 27. 'Opening Your Heart with Psalm 27' by Rabbi Debra Robbins is a meaningful way to engage with the Psalm. An online Elul resource is available through Jewish Studio Project Daily Creative Prompts
Opportunities to prepare for Rosh Hashanah
See details in the Upcoming Events section.
September 28: Selichot
Sat, September 28 2024
25 Elul 5784
Upcoming Events
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Saturday ,
SepSeptember 28 , 2024
Shabbat, Sep 28th 7:00p to 9:00p
Light refreshments will be served before our program. We will view and discuss 'The Last Repair Shop', a 2024 Oscar Short Documentary Winner. We will say the Havdalah blessings and Selichot (Prayers of Forgiveness). -
Wednesday ,
OctOctober 2 , 2024
Wednesday, Oct 2nd 5:00p to 7:00p
Erev Rosh Hashanah Family Service -
Wednesday ,
OctOctober 2 , 2024
Wednesday, Oct 2nd 7:30p to 9:30p
Erev Rosh Hashanah Services followed by a beautiful holiday Oneg. -
Thursday ,
OctOctober 3 , 2024
Thursday, Oct 3rd 10:00a to 12:00p
Rosh Hashanah Morning Service -
Thursday ,
OctOctober 3 , 2024
Thursday, Oct 3rd 2:30p to 3:30p
Tashlich, Thursday, October 3 @2:30pm (Anderson County Park Live Oak entrance by the bridge) -
Monday ,
OctOctober 7 , 2024
Monday, Oct 7th 7:00p to 9:00p
All are invited to be together We mourn each and every life taken on October 7, 2023. May their memories be for a blessing. As we move into an uncertain future, praying for the return of the hostages, let us find strength in each other. Suggestions from the wider Jewish community: Please wear yellow on the day and to any events. This can be as small as a yellow ribbon or even by simply carrying yellow flowers, anything to commemorate the occasion and show your solidarity with the hostages. On October 7 we ask that you consider these three steps to raise awareness about the anniversary: Change your profile pic to a yellow square or a photo of you wearing yellow. Place a yellow ribbon emoji in your bio. You can copy/paste this one: 🎗️* Share a #DAYOFYELLOW post about the day. This can be as simple as a yellow image or a photograph of yellow flowers. Include some memorial language such as the lines above. -
Friday ,
OctOctober 11 , 2024
Friday, Oct 11th 7:30p to 9:30p
Kol Nidre -
Saturday ,
OctOctober 12 , 2024
Shabbat, Oct 12th 10:00a to 6:00p
Yom Kippur, 10:00 AM Morning Services Adult Learning, following morning services Healing Service, 3:30 PM Yizkor Service, 4:30 PM Concluding Services, Mincha and N’eila, 5:00 PM -
Sunday ,
OctOctober 13 , 2024
Sunday, Oct 13th 10:00a to 1:00p
Build the Sukkah -
Thursday ,
OctOctober 17 , 2024
Thursday, Oct 17th 6:45p to 8:30p
Board Meeting