Havurat Shalom Identity Statement

Havurat Shalom is a Reconstructionist community of families committed to providing a Jewish identity and education for its members, in a manner that is relevant to our contemporary lives.

Every member contributes a new perspective and different background, creating a constantly evolving expression of Judaism. This rich diversity is manifested in the composition of holiday services and celebrations, some of which are written by members. Events are led by Rabbi Karen Landy a Reconstructionist Rabbi. On the High Holydays Rabbi Karen and our long time Chazan, David Hastings lead our service. Traditional Jewish practices are observed with modern interpretations and forms of expression.

Havurat Shalom provides a warm extended family to single parents, those without children, families of mixed heritage and families who have been or are members of any other Jewish congregation or have not recently practiced Judaism. Since the group functions on a cooperative basis, the active participation of every member is necessary. A wide variety of activities is offered, reflecting the varied interests of the members of the group. These include discussions (havurah), tzedakeh activities, social get-togethers, excursions to cultural events and children's workshops.

The Religious School of Havurat Shalom provides a curriculum which includes Hebrew language training, cultural and ethnic education and holiday celebrations. Classes are taught by experienced teachers with small groups of 8-12 children per class. Grades 2-6 meet once a week for 90 minutes. For information on the Religious school program. Click here and our Religious School Chair will contact you.

Note. If you are looking for the Havurat Shalom in Somerville, Mass They can be
found at "http://www.thehav.org". Click here for their web site.

Passover Seder - 5769 (2009) 

Seder will be led by our wonderful Rabbi Karen.  This year a different venue - at The Unitarian Universalist Church at 6 Locke St. in Andover at 5 PM on Thursday April 9th. It will be a potluck super again with our usual main dishes provided.  The cost this year is $10 per person and $30 per family.  It is open to the public and all are Welcome to join us.  Please invite your friends.

Please e-mail Havurat Shalom RSVP or call 978-494-2042, and you can tell us the number of children, adults, and what you will be bringing and if you can help.

If money is an issue for you right now, don't let it get in the way of joining with us to celebrate Our exodus and years of wandering. 

Again, any questions about the Seder or Havurat Shalom in general, please contact us

Shalom,
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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