On behalf of Congregation Ohr HaTorah, we thank you for your interest in our synagogue. Whether you are a newcomer or have lived here for a long time, we are happy to welcome you into our “shul family”. We hope this letter will provide some general information and give you a better understanding about our shul and the way it functions.
Ohr HaTorah is an Orthodox shul with Jews from all over the world including: Israel, Iran, South Africa, Canada, the former Soviet U
nion, and all corners of the United States. Its uniqueness and charm lie in the diversity of the religious backgrounds of our membership, which range from those with no Judaic upbringing, to those raised in Reform, Conservative, and Orthodox families.
Ohr HaTorah provides a warm and friendly place to explore and live the wonderful heritage that Jews have been proud of for the past 3300 years. We do this through minyan which meets twice daily, our exciting Shabbat service and Kiddush, nightly educational classes Monday through Thursday, a monthly women’s class, and the many holiday celebrations and extracurricular activities we enjoy together.
All members have a voice in the decisions of our shul at our monthly breakfast meetings, where we share ideas and plan events.
The decision to join a shul is sometimes a difficult one. If you would like to ‘test the waters’ before making a commitment, we would love to have you join us for Shabbat services and Kiddush, or join one of our Rabbis or members for Shabbat dinner or lunch.
We would love to have you become a part of our family. For more information and to request free information packet, please call our office at 704/366-3984.
