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Congregation Emeth is a vibrant, inclusive Reform Jewish community where people feel a sense of belonging and purpose. We are devoted to life-long learning, worship, acts of loving kindness, and social justice. Our community celebrates joyous life-cycle events and offers comfort and support in times of challenge and sorrow.
We warmly welcome everyone who desires connection with the Jewish community, and those seeking to explore Judaism. We embrace and respect our interfaith families, LGBTQ+ and BIPOC members. Together we nurture enduring friendships and strengthen our connections within our families, congregation and community.
We are dedicated to meeting the spiritual, intellectual and social needs of our community. Join us as we grow together, building a stronger, more vibrant Jewish presence in the South Valley and beyond.
Highlights of the Month
- Friday, October 18: Shabbat Services and Dinner in the Sukkah, 6:00 PM
- Monday, October 21: Divas who Dine in the Sukkah, 6:00 PM
- Friday, October 25: Simchat Torah celebration with Lior Ben-Hur, 7:00 PM
Mon, October 14 2024
12 Tishrei 5785
Upcoming Events
All Events
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Tuesday ,
OctOctober 15 , 2024Adult Learning: From Time to Time - Journeys in the Jewish Calendar by Rabbi Dalia Marx. PhD
Tuesday, Oct 15th 7:00p to 8:30p
Time is fundamental to the human experience, and in Judaism it is even more—time is sanctified. Understanding the Jewish calendar is thus essential for fully comprehending Judaism. In "From Time to Time," Rabbi Dalia Marx, PhD, presents a fascinating exploration of the treasures of the Jewish year. The book artfully blends traditional and contemporary perspectives on each Hebrew month and its holidays. Rabbi Marx's insights are paired with striking illustrations; each month also features a diverse selection of poetry, prayers, and songs. Taking a distinctively Israeli, feminist, and progressive approach, "From Time to Time" is a comprehensive, indispensable companion you will want to return to each season. -
Friday ,
OctOctober 18 , 2024Shabbat Service followed by Dinner in the Sukkah
Friday, Oct 18th 6:00p to 8:00p
Shabbat Service followed by Dinner in the Sukkah. $18 per adult and $5 per child. RSVP here: https://us10.mailchimp.com/mctx/clicks?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.signupgenius.com%2Fgo%2F10C084FA5AA2AA5F4C34-52093204-shabbat&xid=dabdf1c6d9&uid=37854929&iid=465d2c155b&pool=cts&v=2&c=1728881685&h=79248965f5a0b1e5c71d12a9ce5f740bf8af73b7ffb84c5e67a181263fdd38da -
Monday ,
OctOctober 21 , 2024Divas who Dine - in the Sukkah!
Monday, Oct 21st 6:00p to 8:00p
Divas who Dine - in the Sukkah! Shalom Bayit is the Bay Area's hub for ending gender-based violence in the Jewish community, offering prevention services including education for youth and adults, and intervention services such as counseling for survivors experiencing domestic violence. Since 2020, Leo Thomason has been Shalom Bayit's Community Educator, teaching the Bay Area Jewish community about topics related to domestic violence and healthy relationships. They enjoy working with teens and adults alike, and have educated community members from Santa Rosa to San Jose, but never as far south as Morgan Hill! RSVP Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084FA5AA2AA5F4C34-51729180-divas -
Friday ,
OctOctober 25 , 2024Simchat Torah Shabbat with Lior Ben-Hur
Friday, Oct 25th 7:00p to 9:00p
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Monday ,
OctOctober 28 , 2024MitzVOTE: The Torah of Civic Engagement
Monday, Oct 28th 12:00p to 1:00p
MitzVOTE: The Torah of Civic Engagement Monday, October 28th, 2024 12:00pm PST Is it a mitzvah to vote? To lobby and protest? What does Judaism teach us about our responsibility to engage civically and build a more just society? Join Rabbi Dara Lithwick, chair of the Tikkun Olam Committee of the Reform Jewish Community of Canada, for a discussion about Jewish values and Jewish actions. Organized by LAASOK, the liberal Beit Midrash, and co-sponsored by: CCAR Press, the Central Conference of American Rabbis, Central Synagogue, Dayenu: A Jewish Call to Climate Action, Keeping it Sacred, Kirva, Temple Israel of Greater Miami, Temple of Israel in Wilmington, North Carolina, Tzedek Box, and the the Union for Reform Judaism. This program is part of the “Social Justice in our Texts” Study Series. Free and open to all. Register Here. -
Monday ,
OctOctober 28 , 2024MitzVOTE: The Torah of Civic Engagement
Monday, Oct 28th 12:00p to 1:00p
MitzVOTE: The Torah of Civic Engagement Monday, October 28th, 2024 12:00pm PST Is it a mitzvah to vote? To lobby and protest? What does Judaism teach us about our responsibility to engage civically and build a more just society? Join Rabbi Dara Lithwick, chair of the Tikkun Olam Committee of the Reform Jewish Community of Canada, for a discussion about Jewish values and Jewish actions. Organized by LAASOK, the liberal Beit Midrash, and co-sponsored by: CCAR Press, the Central Conference of American Rabbis, Central Synagogue, Dayenu: A Jewish Call to Climate Action, Keeping it Sacred, Kirva, Temple Israel of Greater Miami, Temple of Israel in Wilmington, North Carolina, Tzedek Box, and the the Union for Reform Judaism. This program is part of the “Social Justice in our Texts” Study Series. Free and open to all. Register Here: https://us10.mailchimp.com/mctx/clicks?url=http%3A%2F%2Flaasok.org%2Fjustice&xid=dabdf1c6d9&uid=37854929&iid=465d2c155b&pool=cts&v=2&c=1728881685&h=086ff7057180eafc0c51844be7b44451334601d104f60c268832f0c9e3bdefa1 -
Wednesday ,
NovNovember 13 , 2024Emeth Reads: The Hebrew Teacher: Three Novellas by Maya Arad
Wednesday, Nov 13th 7:00p to 8:30p
Our next book will be The Hebrew Teacher: Three Novellas by Maya Arad, with Sharon Genkin leading the discussion on Wednesday, November 13th in-person and on Zoom at 7:00 pm. Three Israeli women, their lives altered by immigration to the United States, seek to overcome crises. Ilana is a veteran Hebrew instructor at a Midwestern college who has built her life around her career. When a young Hebrew literature professor joins the faculty, she finds his post-Zionist politics pose a threat to her life’s work. Miriam, whose son left Israel to make his fortune in Silicon Valley, pays an unwanted visit to meet her new grandson and discovers cracks in the family’s perfect façade. Efrat, another Israeli in California, is determined to help her daughter navigate the challenges of middle school, and crosses forbidden lines when she follows her into the minefield of social media. In these three stirring novellas—comedies of manners with an ambitious blend of irony and sensitivity—celebrated Israeli author Maya Arad probes the demise of idealism and the generation gap that her heroines must confront. -
Friday ,
NovNovember 15 , 2024Shabbat Service
Friday, Nov 15th 7:00p to 9:00p
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Thursday ,
NovNovember 21 , 2024Combating Antisemitism - What Our Government is Doing for Us: Panel Discussion with Santa Clara County District Attorney Jeffrey Rosen Gail Pellerin, CA State Assemblywoman, Seth Brysk, AJC Regional Director, and Moderator; Jessica Blitchok, JCRC Bay Area
Thursday, Nov 21st 7:00p to 8:30p
Combating Antisemitism - What Our Government is Doing for Us: Panel Discussion with Santa Clara County District Attorney Jeffrey Rosen Gail Pellerin, CA State Assemblywoman, Seth Brysk, AJC Regional Director, and Moderator; Jessica Blitchok, JCRC Bay Area. Antisemitism is up in America. “A 2023 study commissioned by the American Jewish Committee found that 93% of Jews say antisemitism is a "very serious problem". As a result, nearly half (46%) of American Jews changed their behavior out of fear of antisemitism. Please join us as an in-person panel of experts discuss what our local, State and Federal governments are doing to help. -
Saturday ,
NovNovember 23 , 2024Shabbat Service
Shabbat, Nov 23rd 10:00a to 12:00p
Shabbat Service
Mon, October 14 2024 12 Tishrei 5785
