What is Reform Judaism?
What is Reform Judaism?
Temple Israel-Tallahassee identifies as a Reform synagogue.
Reform Judaism encompasses beliefs and practices firmly rooted in Jewish tradition, while asserting that a Judaism frozen in time is an heirloom, not a living fountain.
Reform Judaism has enabled the Jewish people to introduce innovation while preserving tradition, to embrace diversity while asserting commonality, to affirm beliefs without rejecting those who doubt, and to bring faith to sacred texts without sacrificing critical scholarship.
Reform Judaism affirms the central tenets of Judaism - God, Torah and Israel - even as it acknowledges the diversity of beliefs and practices. We see the Torah as God-inspired and a living document that enables us to confront the timeless and timely challenges of our everyday lives. We believe that all human beings are created in the image of God, and that we are God’s partners in improving the world. Tikkun olam — repairing the world — is a hallmark of Reform Judaism as we strive to bring peace, freedom, and justice to all people.
We welcome you to our inclusive Reform synagogue, Temple Israel-Tallahassee!
To delve into the question of "What is Reform Judaism," in greater depth, visti Reformjudaism.org.
Wed, April 14 2021
2 Iyar 5781
Today's Calendar
Yom HaZikaron |
Lunch and Learn via Zoom : 12:00p |
3rd-6th Grade Online Block Family Religious School : 6:00p |
Friday Night
Kabbalat Shabbat Services via Facebook Live : 7:00p |
Evening Service : 7:00p |
Shabbat Day
Bar Mitzvah of Judah Williams |
Morning Service via Facebook Live : 10:00a |
Upcoming Programs & Events
Apr 17 Bar Mitzvah of Judah Williams Saturday, Apr 17 |
Apr 18 Annual Congregational Meeting Sunday, Apr 18 1:00p |
Apr 18 Israeli Independence Day Celebration - A Conversation with Ron Leshem Sunday, Apr 18 5:00p |
Apr 21 Israel Trip Interest Meeting Wednesday, Apr 21 7:00p |
Apr 24 Shabbat Brunch & Learn Shabbat, Apr 24 11:30a |
This week's Torah portion is Parashat Tazria-M'tzora
Shabbat, Apr 17 |
Yom HaZikaron
Wednesday, Apr 14 |