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Our Temple Temple Etz Chaim was founded in 1990 as a Reform Jewish Congregation. We encourage Jewish spiritual fulfillment, education of children and adults, and a growing sense of vital Jewish community. We are proud to be a full member of the Union of American Hebrew Congregations and the Synagogue Council of Massachusetts. We are also a charter member of the Franklin Interfaith Council. As a Temple family, we celebrate all the holidays and festivals together. Our greatest celebrations are Shabbat. We always welcome new and existing members to join with us in prayer, to revitalize from the busy work week, and to participate in the oneg. Our services are warm and friendly and our congregation enjoys the benefit of sharing life's joys and sorrows. Please join us for any service. For a schedule of Shabbat services, click here or call 508-528-5337. |
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Our Rabbi Rabbi Barbara AB Symons assumed the role of first full-time rabbi of Temple Etz Chaim on July 1, 1998. Rabbi Symons was ordained at Hebrew Union College in 1994 and has served as a Rabbi in Connecticut and as a religious school principal in New York. On the challenge of the Rabbinate, she cites Rabbi Nachman of Bratzlav: "Every person reaches in three directions: Inside, to discover who they are; Outside, to find other people; Up, to relate to the maker. The miracle of creation is that when we reach in one direction, we make contact in all three." Reaching out, not only to interfaith couples or the marginally affiliated, but including as many different people as possible is important to Rabbi Symons. Her ability to blend the ancient texts with contemporary thought, the depth of her Jewish commitment to education and social action, and her interest in Jewish family life and fellowship have already elevated the level of the Temple's collective spirit.
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Our Community Our members are primarily families with young children, reflecting the growth of the Metro West/ Route 495 area. However, we are proud to be a four-generation Temple, with members who are also great-grandparents. Our membership is truly diverse, with single members, mature couples, and those seeking a comfortable spiritual environment. Many of our members come from diverse backgrounds, and we feel it is essential to be particularly sensitive to the needs of dual-religion households � strengthening their Jewish roots and bonding them to the Jewish community. Join us! For more information about membership, call the Temple office. For a look at our Temple committees, click here. |
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