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.
Wed, September 17 2025
24 Elul 5785
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Upcoming Events
IP = In person only (normally at Havurah Shalom);
ZM = On Zoom/online only;
HYB = In person and online; and
ANN = In person at Havurah's Annex.
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Sunday ,
SepSeptember 14 , 2025
Sunday, Sep 14th (All day)
Hear the Sound of the Shofar each day of Elul (except Shabbat): Andrine, Diane & Howard (& sometimes Dominic & Wesley) help prepare us for Rosh Hashanah with shofar, deep thoughts, and a touch of kavanah (intention). Videos will be posted daily on Havurah's YouTube and Facebook pages. -
Wednesday ,
SepSeptember 17 , 2025
Wednesday, Sep 17th 7:00p to 8:15p
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Wednesday ,
SepSeptember 17 , 2025
Wednesday, Sep 17th 7:00p to 8:15p
Elul opens the gates of return. It’s a time when we are invited to soften, reflect, and seek out closeness with the Divine. In this workshop we'll explore watercolor, which is an especially effective medium for holding and expressing emotion. Our learning will center on the 13 Attributes, a sacred text recited throughout the High Holiday season, as we invite in qualities of compassion, honesty, and patience. No art experience needed, just a willingness to experiment and be present. All materials provided. Led by Noah Lind, Rabbinic Intern. -
Thursday ,
SepSeptember 18 , 2025
Thursday, Sep 18th (All day)
Havurah members, click to learn how to submit your contributions to our monthly newsletter, Hakol. -
Thursday ,
SepSeptember 18 , 2025
Thursday, Sep 18th 5:30p to 7:30p
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Thursday ,
SepSeptember 18 , 2025
Thursday, Sep 18th 6:30p to 9:00p
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Thursday ,
SepSeptember 18 , 2025
Thursday, Sep 18th 7:00p to 8:30p
During the High Holy Days we read four sections of the Torah. This series of study sessions will give us an opportunity to read the texts and explore their meanings. We will look at what our teachers before us thought of the readings, as well as investigate modern commentators. We also will come up with our own thoughts and see how we can understand the texts for our lives today. Led by David Dropkin. No experience necessary. Please join us. -
Friday ,
SepSeptember 19 , 2025
Friday, Sep 19th 12:00p to 1:30p
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Saturday ,
SepSeptember 20 , 2025
Shabbat, Sep 20th 10:00a to 12:00p
Led by community members and Rabbi Benjamin, this service includes davening, Torah reading, and discussion. Join us afterward for a light community brunch provided by the Lunches and Noshes Committee! Free childcare is provided. For Zoom information, please email info@havurahshalom.org. -
Sunday ,
SepSeptember 21 , 2025
Sunday, Sep 21st (All day)
Hear the Sound of the Shofar each day of Elul (except Shabbat): Andrine, Diane & Howard (& sometimes Dominic & Wesley) help prepare us for Rosh Hashanah with shofar, deep thoughts, and a touch of kavanah (intention). Videos will be posted daily on Havurah's YouTube and Facebook pages.
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