Welcome to Congregation Ohr Shalom - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - See Information About Services & Activities Below
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!
Summer Schedule for Services & Activities Starts Up!
During June and probably July and August (depending on congregants' feedback),
Friday night services will begin at 6:00 p.m.
Lay led services will be held on: June 11, June 25, July 9, July 23, August 13 and 27.
Torah study will be held every Shabbat afternoon from 12:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. except for June 5th.
Conversion Ceremony a Blessed Event
Congratulations to our five new Congregation Ohr Shalom members who culminated their lengthy conversion process to become Jews-by-Choice at a special event on May 15th. Rabbi Bogage officiated the ceremony at the Synagogue that included several Torah readings by Vardi, Pauline and David E. Families and friends of the honorees were called to the Torah to add to the celebration. An indoor picnic reception was provided for everyone thanks to Becky.
Young at Hearts Take Summer Off
The Young-at-Hearts dinner club will not be meeting during the summer but will pick up in September after the High Holy Days. Look for a note from Henry W. or an article on the Website/Newsletter for the next meeting.
Next Board Meetings: June Regular & July Annual Meeting
Everyone is welcome to attend the June Board meeting at Congregation Ohr Shalom at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16th, 2010.
The ANNUAL BOARD MEETING with ice cream social is on July 14th at the Synagogue. This is a very important meeting for one and all members to attend and give constructive input of all sorts. The Congregation's 2010-2011 planning calendar will be discussed as well.
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 Patz at 241-9760 or email him at nancypatz@hotmail.com or contact any other board member for more information.
Kosher Food Section at Albertsons
Miriam reports that Albertsons on 12th Street has a new refurbished Kosher Section. Check it out and let us know what you think!
Hebrew School Start Date
It seems just around the corner, but Hebrew School will begin with Rose and her assistants on August 25 from 4:00-5:15 pm. Any questions or to sign up, contact via Rose email at rosehager@yahoo.com.
Good Interfaith Reads from the URJ!
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