Mission Statement

Congregation Bet Chaim, established as a response to individual needs, is committed to a Reform approach in expressing Jewish identity.

Bet Chaim is a religious community of dedicated and compassionate Jews, enriched by each member’s care for one another and for our Jewish Heritage. We believe that membership is synonymous with involvement; our members demonstrate their commitment by participation in all facets of temple activities including ritual, service, education and self-growth.

Bet Chaim’s focus is on individual and family participation in religious observances. We strive to provide meaningful educational experiences for members of all ages. We seek to promote continuity by teaching, learning, and integrating observances which lead toward Jewish growth and enrichment.

Our goal is not merely to exist as Jews, but to live as Jews. We make every effort to translate traditional values and beliefs into our daily lives. Torah (study), Avoda (worship), Tzedaka (charity) and Ma’asim Tovim (good deeds) are part of our applied consciousness, not merely academic concepts.

L’dor V’dor (from generation to generation), Bet Chaim will be committed to perpetuating an environment that is supportive of individual merit and Torah based values.