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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. 11 Oct

    Erev Yom Kippur Service

    8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  2. 12 Oct

    Yom Kippur

    ALL DAY EVENT
  3. 12 Oct

    YK Morning Service

    10:00 am - 11:00 am

Food Festival Program Book

Purchase your ad space in the 24th Annual Jewish Food Festival program book.
Ad space is limited so reserve your spot today. Ad purchase due Friday, October 11, 2024.

NEW FOR 2024!
We are offering two enhancements for FULL PAGE ADS ONLY.
Add one or both to your purchase!

Add color for $50.00: Have attendees see your full page ad in color!
Add Social Media for $25.00: Buy the full page ad and we will promote your company on our social media for further reach!

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

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CELEBRATIONS IN THE SUKKAH!

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Join us on Wednesday, Octboer 16, 2024 for Celebrations in the Sukkah!

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

Reservation & Payment required for dinner only.

Please RSVP by Friday, October 11th.

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Lunch and Learn in the Sukkah

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Join Rabbi Michelson for Lunch & Learn in the Sukkah at Reform Congregation Oheb Sholom on Wednesday, October 23 from 11:30am – 1:00pm.

Catered by Aladdin of West Reading, lunch will include falafel sandwich with lettuce, tomato, and tahini sauce, hummus, French fries, and drinks.

Bring your friends! Members & non-members welcome.

RSVP by Wednesday, October 16 with payment of $10 per person.

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Are you bringing guests to join us for the High Holidays?

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Help us make them feel welcome at RCOS by ensuring they have a name tag to wear at holiday services.

Please fill out the form below by Friday, September 20, 2024. A $36.00 donation per guest per holiday is suggested.

If your guests is a member in good standing at a URJ congregation, please submit the form located here for complimentary seating.

Please contact the RCOS Office at 610-375-6034 or temple.office@ohebsholom.org with any questions.

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High Holy Day Courtesy Seating Reciprocity Request

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If you are a member in good standing at a fellow URJ Congregation, Reform Congregation Oheb Sholom welcomes you to worship with us during Holy Days. In order to confirm good standing and seating availability, please fill out the below form, and we will reach out to your home congregation for confirmation.

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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

Resources for Marking the Anniversary of October 7th

Resources for Marking the Anniversary of October 7th jemerman

Israel Peace and Security
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.

Judging Others, Judging Ourselves

Judging Others, Judging Ourselves jemerman

Talk for a Change
Photo of a woman looking at her reflection in a small hand-held mirrow
One year ago, I wrote a reflection about the label "Judgement Days" for the time between Rosh HaShanah and the end of Yom Kippur. Since then, we only need to say a date out loud to realize how dramatically our world has changed: October 7th.

Creating High Holiday Memories for Children

Creating High Holiday Memories for Children sdolgov

Yom Kippur
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Finding ways to make the High Holidays meaningful for your child is an important way to nurture their Jewish identity. There are many ways to celebrate at home, like reading books, making crafts, or discussing what the holiday means to you and them.

Jewish Pride + Jewish Community = Strong Jewish Future

Jewish Pride + Jewish Community = Strong Jewish Future jemerman

Summer Youth Experiences
Photo of Rabbi Burkeman and his family at Crane Lake Camp leading Handallah
In North America, our community has been dealing with rising levels of antisemitism and fears about being attacked for the crime of being Jewish. It was against this backdrop that I arrived in the safe haven that is URJ's Crane Lake Camp.

Jewish Date

Yom Rivii, 7 Tishri 5785

Reform Congregation Oheb Sholom

555 Warwick Drive
Wyomissing PA 19610
610.375.6034

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