Member's of our synagogue are involved in many local events focusing on harmony between the different religions. Social Outreach and Interfaith events are embraced by many members such as volunteering in the Soup Kitchen and providing non-perishable food items for the less fortunate.
In addition, Grand Junction newspapers and TV stations have covered the major Jewish holidays and events celebrated by ourCongregation's members.
GVIN
Dave E. is now involved in GVIN (Grand Valley Interfaith Network) He will attend meetings twice a month with various churches and groups with religious affiliations to plan events and discuss social issues affecting our community.
Hannukka Holiday House Tour, 2007
Wendy and Jeff opened their home to the Grand Junction Symphony as part of the Holiday Tour of Homes December 8 and 9. Members of the jewish community lent them personal Hannukka and Jewish items to show off the home. It was displayed with over 40 menorahs all lighted at some time. Different rooms displayed different themes, Passover in the dining room, Hannukka in the family room, Jewish foods in the kitchen and the bedroom had bar/bat mitzvah, jewish services and wedding items (ketubah). The television stations and the Daily Sentinel wrote an article on the "Hannukka House"
Chopped liver, gefilte fish, latkes The Breman's jewish china with matzoh ball soup
Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
Each Thanksgiving, GVIN sponsors an Interfaith Service for the Grand Valley. Members of Congregation Ohr Shalom have participated for a number of years by explaing the Havdallah service. In 2007 and 2008 David read from the siddur and the torah (Leviticus) relating to Thanksgiving. 2008 2006
As part of our outreach efforts in Grand Junction, several members participated in World Religion Day in January, 07. This event was sponsored by the Bahai's of Grand Junction who were trying to foster communication and understanding of different religions.
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