Tikkun Olam (Social Action & Social Justice
Tikkun Olam (Social Action & Social Justice)
Tikkun Olam Committee
Congregation Emeth’s Tikkun Olam Committee participates in and organizes many programs, such as feeding those in need, holding food and clothing drives, and building bridges of friendship and communication with other faith-based organizations in south Santa Clara County. We offer monthly opportunities to get involved a little or a lot. Contact the Tikkun Olam Chair, Eve Kedar, at tikkunolam@emeth.net to learn more.
High Holiday Food Drive
Each High Holiday season, we collect nonperishable food items and monetary donations. The items are then delivered to food pantries in Morgan Hill and Gilroy to provide sustenance for hungry families in our neighborhoods.
Embrace-A-Family
Before Chanukah, we participate in the Embrace-A-Family dreidel board gift program organized by Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley. Congregation Emeth members have the opportunity to select one or more dreidel wishes, and fulfill a gift request for a child or adult in need in the Jewish community. You can also choose to buy a Target Gift Card or make a monetary contribution for the gift with a credit or debit card. Contact dreidelboard@emeth.net for more information.
Purim
Every year at Purim, we embrace the holiday concept of giving gifts to those in need. In the past, we’ve collected and assembled Hygiene Bags for the homeless population of Morgan Hill and Gilroy. Do you have an idea of how we can help those in need? Please let us know!
Back to School Drive
Each summer, we partner with the Edward “Boss” Prado Foundation to collect school supplies, underwear, and socks for all age students in Morgan Hill and Gilroy.
Creek Cleanup 
Congregation Emeth has adopted a section of the Madrone Channel! On a Sunday morning in both the spring and fall, we gather at our section, munch on donuts, grab all of the supplied equipment, and pick up trash along the trail. It is literally healing our world, one piece of trash at a time!
Morgan Hill Stands United Against Hate
Have you seen these posters around town? This campaign was originated by members of our Tikkun Olam committee! It is now an expanding, on-going effort to create compassionate communities in South County. We work all year to create a variety of events to promote the concept that we are more alike than different.
Interfaith Clergy Alliance of South County & Interfaith Community of South County (ICSC)
Inspired by Rabbi Israel's leadership in developing an interfaith service led by sixteen local clergy, held on Martin Luther King Day 2016, and by the subsequent formation of the "Interfaith Clergy Alliance of South County", Congregation Emeth has taken the lead in launching the "Interfaith Community of South County" (ICSC). This lay interfaith group is committed to creating compassionate communities through social, service, and educational programs. The group is sponsoring a series of educational programs, called "Faith of Our Neighbors," In addition, the group celebrates American holidays together; the 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Martin Luther King Day, and Memorial day.
Safe Park
A project that Emeth volunteers are involved in is “Safe Park”, a service coordinated through the Morgan Hill Police, City of Morgan Hill, the Gilroy Compassion Center, and local faith based organizations. It provides a safe place for homeless people to park while they are looking for housing. The Interfaith CommUNITY of South County provides Friday dinners to the families throughout the year, with their member organizations (like Emeth) each selecting a turn. If you would like to partner with another Emeth family to provide a simple dinner, please contact safepark@emeth.net.
To learn more, contact Eve Kedar at tikkunolam@emeth.net. Also let us know if you have suggestions for projects, would like to join the committee, or want to volunteer for any of the programs above. There are opportunities to help heal our world by volunteering for a little or a lot!
Thu, July 17 2025
21 Tammuz 5785
URJ Summer Learning Opportunities
See the list of upcoming URJ programs or classes to explore Jewish life, traditions, values and identity in a space that celebrates your whole self. These programs affirm people from all backgrounds and are LGBTQ+ friendly.
Upcoming Events
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Friday ,
JulJuly 18 , 2025
Friday, Jul 18th 5:30p to 9:30p
Bring a blanket, picnic dinner for your family (or plan to buy dinner at one of the available food trucks). We will have challah, grape juice and dessert to share. RSVP at For info, see: https://www.morganhillchamber.org/friday-night-music-series July 18 starting at 5:30 PM featuring Faithfully Live (Journey cover band) Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center Amphitheater 5:30 - 9:30 PM (Opening band starts at 6:00 PM) No Outside Alcohol! Service Animals Only! -
Friday ,
JulJuly 18 , 2025
Friday, Jul 18th 7:00p to Shabbat, Jul 19th 12:00p
Enjoy Shabbat at home this evening -
Tuesday ,
JulJuly 22 , 2025
Tuesday, Jul 22nd 6:00p to 8:00p
Join Emeth's Divas Who Dine at The Ginger Cafe, 8657 San Ysidro Ave, Gilroy, 95020 at 6:00pm. Please bring change for separate checks. Please RSVP by Sunday, July 20. -
Saturday ,
JulJuly 26 , 2025
Shabbat, Jul 26th 10:00a to 12:00p
Shabbat Morning Service -
Tuesday ,
JulJuly 29 , 2025
Tuesday, Jul 29th 10:00a to 12:00p
Meet in the Social Hall to stuff items needed by Elementary, Middle and High School Students -
Friday ,
AugAugust 1 , 2025
Friday, Aug 1st 7:00p to 8:30p
Shabbat Friday Night Service -
Friday ,
AugAugust 8 , 2025
Friday, Aug 8th 7:00p to Shabbat, Aug 9th 12:00p
Enjoy Shabbat at home this evening -
Monday ,
AugAugust 11 , 2025
Monday, Aug 11th 7:00p to 9:00p
ICSC (Interfaith CommUNITY of South County) Meeting -
Saturday ,
AugAugust 16 , 2025
Shabbat, Aug 16th 10:30a to 1:00p
Join us for our annual Shabbat in the Redwoods with a musical service including Torah reading with nature as our sanctuary! Shabbat morning Services followed by lunch (bring your own lunch) and hiking (optional). Please note there is a $6 parking fee. Friday night camping out, August 15th. Reserve a Campsite near our potluck Friday night dinner (Location TBD) You are welcome to attend even if you are not camping out. To RSVP for the Friday night dinner and for any questions, please email admin@emeth.net.. -
Friday ,
AugAugust 22 , 2025
Friday, Aug 22nd 7:00p to 8:30p
Shabbat Friday Night Service
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