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Congregation Ohr Shalom is a Reform Jewish Community nestledat the base of the Colorado National Monument in Grand Junction, Colorado.We are a small congregation made up of supportive, caring and diverse congregants (spanning locals and transplants, young and retired, many, many interests and professions, as well as Orthodox, Conservative, Reform or Reconstructionist Jewish backgrounds).
Our synagogue is a place for prayer, jewish celebrations, spirituality, community involvement, education, healing and social action. Join us as we explore the richness of our faith and traditions both indoors and outside.
New to Grand Junction? New to Temple? New to Judaism? Come check us out!
Ohr Shalom Schedule
Click HERE for the 2010/2011 Calendar! Click HERE for our 2010 High Holy Day Brochure/Dates!
(Go to the Internet and download a free PDF viewer/program at cute pdf)
Torah study will be held every Shabbat afternoon from 12:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m
High Holidays Schedule
Rosh Hashanah
Wednesday, 9/8/10 7:00 p.m. Evening Service
Thursday, 9/9/10 9:00 a.m. Children's Service
10:00 a.m. Morning Service
1:00 p.m. Taschlich then picnic lunch (bring your own)
Friday, 9/10/10 10:00 a.m. Morning Service
Yom Kippur
Friday, 9/17/10 7:00 p.m. Kol Nidre Service
Saturday, 9/18/10 9:00 a.m. Children's Services
10:00 a.m. Morning Service - Return Filled Mazon Bag
3:15 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. Other Services
6:15 p.m. Break the Fast (First Congregational Church)
Babysitting available during all but children's services.
See Jody T. to sign up for a dish to bring to our annual Break the Fast. No charge to attend.
MAZON - A Jewish Response to Hunger
Please Help! Each year our congregation donates food to a local food bank. Please take a grocery bag home with you and fill it up with non-perishable food items, paper goods, and/or baby food and supplies. Please return this bag filled with supplies at Yom Kippur.
10/15/10: Rabbi Korngold (Includes Family Education on Shabbat)
11/12/10: Rabbi Korngold (Includes Family Education on Shabbat)
1/14/11: Rabbi Bogage
2/11/11: Rabbi Bogage
4/29/11: Rabbi Bogage
5/20/11: Rabbi Korngold (Includes Family Education on Shabbat)
Next Board Meeting: Septemmber 15, 2010
Everyone is welcome to attend the September Board meeting at Congregation Ohr Shalom at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 15th, 2010.
Hebrew School & Family Education Classes Start Soon!
Hebrew school will begin on Wednesdays right after the High Holidays at 4 p.m. on September 15 at the Synagogue. Call Rose for more information at 970 243-2491.
Family education starts with Rachel Cole on Saturdays. Bring Judaism home with you and become your child's guide and mentor with the help of Rachel and Susan Zanol. Call Susan at 970-245-5607.
For more information on the program and dates, click on our HEBREW SCHOOL web page
New Board Member Volunteers Wanted
Members of Congregation Ohr Shalom who are interested in taking a Board Position are eagerly wanted! This upcoming Board promises to moves the Synagogue forward in a uniting, active, respectful fashion. Just a few hours a month for this Mitzvah can make the difference for our Congregation! Call Dave Edwards at www.ohrshalomgj.org or contact any other board member for more information.
From Our Friends the Rudofsky's
Dear Ohr Shalom family: The family of Lilas Eide wishes to thank you for your friendship, love, and many kindnesses to our mother during her 94 years. "Thank you all so much for just being there during Mom's illness and death. Lilas always loved the congregation and would have been so honored by your participation." Caryl, Harley and family
Young at Hearts Resumes in October!
Henry is passing the word along that the next Young at Hearts club dinner will be at Johnny Corino's restaurant on October 13th at 6:00 p.m. All members of the congregation are welcome to attend no matter what your age :) It's great fun and terrific food especially when shared with friends. Call Henry at 242-5837 or email at yehezkle89@juno.com to reserve your spot.
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