History and Values
Mission Statement
To cultivate, develop, and sustain a warm synagogue community that reflects the mission of G-d in this world by creating and nurturing experiences based on Torah and Tradition to a diverse membership.
History
In 1947 a few dedicated men agreed that there should be an Orthodox congregation in Jacksonville. Private homes were used to conduct services until a vacated former Boys Home was purchased and used as a synagogue. This was the beginning of Etz Chaim.
Today, maintaining the tradition and spirit on which Etz Chaim was founded, the shul is dedicated to providing a spiritual setting for the growing Jacksonville Jewish population. They are committed to outreach, providing classes and programs to our congregants as well as providing a home for those who are searching for greater depth in Judaism.
Values
To establish and maintain a place at which the members can study, worship and hold divine services in accordance with Orthodox Jewish traditions;
To uphold the principles of the United States Government and the traditions of Judaism;
To encourage the highest ethical conduct by members;
To teach the members and their children the heritage and orthodox traditions of
the Jewish religion; and to promote fellowship and goodwill among the members and between the members and the rest of the community.
Sat, July 27 2024
21 Tammuz 5784
Today's Calendar
Pirkei Avos Class |
: 8:15am |
: 9:00am |
: 10:08am |
: 7:05pm |
: 7:10pm |
: 7:55pm |
Havdalah : 9:06pm |
: 9:07pm |
Upcoming Programs & Events
Jul 27 Pirkei Avos Class Saturday, Jul 27 |
Aug 3 Pirkei Avos Class Saturday, Aug 3 |
This week's Torah portion is Parshas Pinchas
Shabbos, Jul 27 |
Candle Lighting
Shabbos, Jul 27, 8:05pm |
Havdalah
Motzei Shabbos, Jul 27, 9:06pm |
Shabbos Mevarchim
Shabbos, Aug 3 |
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