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Frequently asked questions
General
In English, “BETH CHAVERIM” means House of Friends.
Humanistic Judaism combines the philosophy of humanism, which is the belief in the power and authority of human beings over their own lives with a broad definition of Judaism as the collective historic experience of the Jewish people.
Yes, though the vast majority of services are in English.
Yes. It is read at bar/bat mitzvahs and the High Holidays.
Yes. There are congregations and communities across North America.
You can find a list of congregations affiliated with the Society for Humanistic Judaism by clicking here.
Yes, Rabbi Jodi Kornfeld who was ordained in 2009 by the International Institute for Secular Humanistic Judaism.
All of the services are written and complied by our rabbi. Poetry, prose, and songs are used to reflect the meaning of the day. All language used is non-theistic.
You can email us at info@bethchaverim.net
or visit our Facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064599464952
Beth Chaverim uses a variety of community resources for its Sunday School, holiday celebrations, and cultural/educational programs.
You can find out more information about these events by checking out our calendar and emailing us at info@bethchaverim.net for event locations!
We welcome you to contact us about our programming. High Holiday tickets are available to non-members and much of our programming is open for prospective members to experience our community.
It is that every individual has dignity that is to be maintained and enhanced.
Learn more about Humanistic Judaism.
In addition to family oriented activities, Beth Chaverim has a monthly book club and bible study designed for adults. Each year there are different adult programs emphasizing Jewish holidays and culture. Learn more about our programming here.
It meets on Sundays from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Those students studying for a bar/bat mitzvah meet one additional hour, 11:30 – 12: 30, for one year.
Yes, and all members of these families are full participants.
Rabbi Sherwin Wine.
You can learn more about Rabbi Wine and his work at www.sherwinwine.com
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