Temple Beth Elohim, "House of God", is a Reform synagogue under the spiritual leadership of Rabbi Solomon B. Acrish, Ph.D. While Reform in orientation, the Temple practices liberal Judaism within an atmosphere that is warm and traditional. The Temple, which is affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism, strives to be a center for religious observance, for Hebrew and cultural education, and for family and social life.

Temple Beth Elohim is open year round to its congregants and many visitors. Celebration of each of the holidays on the Jewish calendar enables the congregation to experience and become part of the history and traditions of Judaism, to share these with friends and neighbors, and to strengthen Jewish identity. For members drawn to activity and service there are ample opportunities for doing mitzvot for the Temple and our community through our Sisterhood and Men's Club.

A sampling of Temple Beth Elohim's offerings to the Jewish community include:

Shabbat Services on Friday evenings including a monthly Family Service, enhanced by our Children's Choir, and a monthly Torah Service enhanced by our Adult Choir

Weekly Torah Study Group

High Holy Day Services with our Choir led by soloist Robin Sills and accompanied by organist, Richard Sills

Children's High Holy Day Services.

Special services for each of the holidays throughout the year

Full Religious School and Hebrew school taught by caring teachers

Bar and Bat Mitzvah education and services

Confirmation

Adult Education - including Adult B'Nei Mitzvah and Adult Confirmation class

Auxiliary Groups - Men's Club & Sisterhood

Junior and Senior Youth Groups

Social Action Committee

Great Debate Society - Jewish Values Discussion Group

Women's Rosh Chodesh Group - a place to bring women together in a relaxed, supportive setting for discussion and learning.

College Committee - keeping in touch with our young adults while they are away at school

All life-cycle needs of Jewish families

Judaica Shop

Cemetery

The Menorah - our monthly newsletter

Please visit our Photo Album and enjoy the images of our family.