We chose our name as a sign of commitment to Judaism, our community, and the past. Finally, our name remembers Synagogue Wolf Etz Chayim, a German synagogue destroyed on Kristallnacht. We see the role of our Rabbi as that of a spiritual leader and educator, and as someone on whom we can rely at times of life-cycle events. Our services encourage congregational participation with the intention of educating the congregation and making the ritual more accessible to all. While we are rooted in tradition, we recognize Judaism as an evolving religion which encourages the creation of new traditions as it respects the old.
Education is a high priority of the congregation.
It is our goal to provide meaningful and substantive adult, family and youth oriented programs. We seek to enhance the level of understanding of Jewish philosophy, ethics, and practice for people of all backgrounds. In doing so, we will take full advantage of the rich and diverse resources of our community in all aspects of congregational life. We invite you to attend a Shabbat or Holiday service to get a feeling for the spirit of the congregation, or to explore this website.