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Welcome to Reform Congregation Oheb Sholom, founded in Reading, Pennsylvania on May 1, 1864
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We welcome and encourage congregants to get involved in all aspects of the synagogue
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Our temple is a welcoming Reform congregation, enabling all to establish a personal connection based on spirituality, Jewish education, and a sense of community
  1. 23 Sep

    RCOS Office Closed

    ALL DAY EVENT
  2. 23 Sep

    Rosh Hashanah Family Service

    4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  3. 23 Sep

    Tashlich Service (outdoors)

    5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

High Holy Days

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Our upcoming High Holiday services are open to the entire congregation. If you would like to bring a guest, please fill out the form below. If you have any questions, please contact the temple office at temple.office@ohebsholom.org.
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Food Festival Program Book

Purchase your ad space in the 25th Annual Jewish Food Festival program book.
Ad space is limited so reserve your spot today. Ad purchase due Friday, October 3, 2025.

NEW FOR 2025!
Increase your exposure by placing your logo on our vinyl banner which will be prominently displayed in our Welcome Area.  Banner option available only for full page advertisers for $100.

 

Any questions, call the Temple office at 610-375-6034

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Monthly Learner’s Service

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Reminder to join us for our monthly “Learners’ Service” on September 27, at 10:00am in the RCOS Chapel. Hope to see you there!

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CELEBRATIONS IN THE SUKKAH!

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Join Us On Monday, October 6, 2025 at 6:00 pm For CELEBRATIONS IN THE SUKKAH!
Pizza & Salad Dinner is $5.00 per person, (Free for children 5 years and younger)

RSVP & payment are due to the RCOS Office by Wednesday, October 1st

Decorating is at 5:45 PM
Dinner is at 6:30 PM
Shabbat Service is at 7 PM

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Lunch & Learn in the Sukkah

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Join Rabbi Michelson for Lunch & Learn in the Sukkah, at Reform Congregation Oheb Sholom on Thursday, October 9th, 11:30am-1:00pm.

Catered by Aladdin of West Reading Lunch will include a falafel sandwich served in pita bread with lettuce, tomato, tahini sauce, french fries, and a drink.

Bring your friends! Members & non-members welcome.

$12 per person due by Wednesday, October 1st.

Payment via www.ohebsholom.org or check made out to:
Reform Congregation Oheb Sholom

If a ride is needed, please contact the RCOS office: 610-375-6034.

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First Time Visitors

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We welcome visitors, and invite you to participate with us in our religious services. We hope this introduction will provide you with the information you need to understand, feel comfortable, and get the most from your visit.

Special Note for Students, Classes or Groups:

Please call the office to let us know which service you would like to attend. If possible, we’ll arrange for someone to talk with the group after the services, to provide additional information about the Sanctuary and Judaism, and to answer questions.

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From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

Embracing Jewish Tradition to Process Trauma and Grief

Embracing Jewish Tradition to Process Trauma and Grief jemerman

Israel
Photo of a person sitting by themselves on stairs with their arms folded and head down on knees
Trauma is the response to a deeply distressing or disturbing event that overwhelms an individual’s ability to cope, causes feelings of helplessness, and diminishes their sense of self and their ability to feel the full range of emotions and experiences. Many of us in the Jewish community have experienced some sort of trauma or grief due to October 7th, the ongoing conflict, and the global rise in antisemitism.

Resources for Marking the Anniversary of October 7th

Resources for Marking the Anniversary of October 7th jemerman

Israel
Photo of two hands holding a memorial candle, with white label and a blue star of david on it
These materials include readings, interviews, and more that reflect on the year that has passed since the October 7th attacks.

Crossing the Bridge from the Particular to the Universal

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This year, as Jews across the globe begin to prepare for the High Holy Days, the most sacred time of year, I personally feel a sense of deep despair and fierce urgency to enter the year of 5786 embracing the particular and the universal.

Right Here, Right Now: How Meditation is Like Shabbat

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Jewish Date

Yom Shlishi, 1 Tishri 5786

Reform Congregation Oheb Sholom

555 Warwick Drive
Wyomissing PA 19610
610.375.6034

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