Guiding Principles & Philosophy

Guiding Principles & Philosophy

The values that guide our community, our actions, and our future.

Our Guiding Principles

Jewish Family

To create an extended Jewish family where each member matters.

Spiritual Growth

To kindle spiritual growth, observance and a love of Torah.

Learning

To inspire and motivate Jewish learning for all ages.

Joyful Community

To maintain an unpretentious, open, egalitarian, and joyful environment.

Tzedakah & Tikkun Olam

To infuse tzedakah, Tikkun Olam, and democratic values into all of our actions.

Mission Statement

To inspire the spiritual and joyous celebration of Judaism and to nurture our vibrant and growing Jewish community.

Our Philosophy

Conservative Judaism
Am Yisrael is affiliated with the Conservative Movement and offers traditional Jewish values in a liberal setting.

Community Life
The congregation focuses on the spiritual and educational needs of its members, with social activities centered on Jewish life.

Torah & Learning
On Shabbat morning, the Rabbi leads a discussion on the weekly Torah portion where everyone participates.

A Welcoming Community

Am Yisrael believes every activity under the auspices of the synagogue should be dignified. Our membership is made up of down-to-earth, friendly people. We strive to be a congregation that includes all persons, embracing differences of marital status, family structure, sexual orientation, gender and its expression, age, and mental and physical health and ability.