ABOUT HAVUROT

The word “havurah” comes from the Hebrew word “haver” meaning “friend.” At Shir Hadash a havurah is a group of approximately 5-10 families or 10-20 individuals who join together to enrich their lives and to reinforce the spirit of Judaism in themselves and in their children. Each havurah becomes a small community of congregants who meet in one another's homes to socialize and celebrate Jewish life together. The havurot do not replace other events of the shul, but instead they supplement and support the social, religious and intellectual activities of the synagogue.

HOW DO I JOIN?

To join a havurah or learn more about this wonderful way to socialize with fellow congregants, please fill out the havurah application form (PDF) and return it to the temple office. Upon receiving your request the temple’s havurah liaison will work with your family and individual havurot to identify a match.