Transparency and Inclusivity
Transparency & Inclusivity Committee
Havurah's Transparency & Inclusivity Committee is chaired by Elianne Lieberman. Committee members include Gloria Halper, Janice Kettler, and Sara Radcliffe. The committee's purpose is to address and monitor policies and procedures to ensure transparency of governance decisions and allow for greater communication between members and governance, and among members, so that every congregant feels like a valued member.
Increased transparency will lead to greater engagement of members and promote inclusivity. Transparency is a reciprocal and ongoing process. It is a congregational value that members have greater understanding of the decision making process within the congregation and that Havurah leadership continue to create avenues to learn about the needs and concerns of Havurah members.
Click here for guidelines for increasing transparency in congregational decision making.
Have a Question About Havurah?
The Transparency & Inclusivity Committee welcomes your questions! We will find the answer and publish the question (but not the questioner) and answer in an upcoming Hakol. It is our intention at Havurah that what you know and understand about our congregation should not be a function of who you know. If you find yourself wondering about something related to Havurah, or if someone shares their question with you, we hope you contact us.
Send your questions to transparency@havurahshalom.org.
Curious to Learn More About Havurah?
The Transparency & Inclusivity Committee has a Q&A archive you can access here.
Tue, September 10 2024
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Havurah Updates
Hineinu: Elul Activities Galore (Sep. 4+), Kabbalat Shabbat in New Format (Sep. 13), and More!
Check out the many classes and other activities scheduled for the month of Elul in September! RSVP for something today.
Upcoming Events
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Sunday ,
SepSeptember 8 , 2024
Sunday, Sep 8th (All day)
Hear the Sound of the Shofar each day of Elul (except Shabbat): Andrine, Diane & Howard (& sometimes Dominic) help prepare us for Rosh Hashanah with shofar, deep thoughts & a touch of kavannah. Videos will be posted daily on Havurah's YouTube and Facebook pages to watch as you are able. -
Tuesday ,
SepSeptember 10 , 2024
Tuesday, Sep 10th 1:00p to 3:00p
Join the Poverty and Homelessness Committee and Teen Engagement Committee as we assemble ten no-sew fleece blanket kits to be donated to Community Warehouse. The evening session on Sept. 25 will be led by the teens. No experience necessary. Bring a sharp pair of sewing scissors if you have one. Contact Julie Hastings with questions. -
Tuesday ,
SepSeptember 10 , 2024
Tuesday, Sep 10th 6:30p to 8:30p
Steering members and staff will meet to consider matters of governance. All Havurah Shalom members are invited to attend Steering Committee meetings. For Zoom join links, visit havurahshalom.org/zoom (must be logged in) or call the office in advance for assistance (503-248-4662). -
Wednesday ,
SepSeptember 11 , 2024
Wednesday, Sep 11th 6:30p to 8:30p
We will make a paper Jewish wall calendar and datebook (paper or virtual) for the coming Jewish year together in two two-hour sessions. Led by Carolina Martinez, the class is geared toward school-age children, teens and adults. Please RSVP so Carolina can plan ahead and send materials in advance for printing and for class use. -
Wednesday ,
SepSeptember 11 , 2024
Wednesday, Sep 11th 7:00p to 8:30p
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Thursday ,
SepSeptember 12 , 2024
Thursday, Sep 12th 7:00p to 8:30p
There are four Torah readings during Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. We will take four 90-minute sessions and look at each of the Torah readings. We will look at the readings through the four ways of studying Torah. P'shat – Literal, simple, plain, intended meaning Remez – Alluded meaning, “reading between the lines” D’rash – drawn-out meaning (Midrash – “concept”) Sod – Hidden meaning This will be a participatory class where we use the combined knowledge of the group to increase the knowledge of each of us. Please come prepared to delve into the text and share your thoughts. Fluency in Hebrew is not required. Led by David Dropkin. -
Thursday ,
SepSeptember 12 , 2024
Thursday, Sep 12th 7:00p to 9:00p
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Friday ,
SepSeptember 13 , 2024
Friday, Sep 13th 5:45p to 8:00p
A musical, all-ages Friday night service with family-friendly dessert and hearty nosh before and after. All are welcome! 5:45 pm Hearty Nosh, 6:30 Service, 7:30 Oneg. Free childcare is provided. Those joining on Zoom, please come at 6:30; the in-person hearty nosh portion and oneg will not be televised. For Zoom information, please email info@havurhshalom.org. -
Saturday ,
SepSeptember 14 , 2024
Shabbat, Sep 14th 10:00a to 12:00p
Please join us in welcoming Emma Blau as a Bat Mitzvah and member of our community. -
Sunday ,
SepSeptember 15 , 2024
Sunday, Sep 15th (All day)
Hear the Sound of the Shofar each day of Elul (except Shabbat): Andrine, Diane & Howard (& sometimes Dominic) help prepare us for Rosh Hashanah with shofar, deep thoughts & a touch of kavannah. Videos will be posted daily on Havurah's YouTube and Facebook pages to watch as you are able.