History and Values
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.
Tue, March 28 2023
6 Nisan 5783
Today's Calendar
: 5:45am |
: 6:45am |
| Second Daily Minyan Shacharis : 8:15am |
| Mincha/Maariv : 7:25pm |
Friday Night
| Mincha : 6:15pm |
| Plag HaMincha : 6:27pm |
| Mincha : 7:20pm |
| Candle Lighting : 7:27pm |
Shabbos Day
| Shacharis : 9:00am |
| Havdalah : 8:28pm |
This week's Torah portion is Parshas Tzav
Candle Lighting
| Friday, Mar 31, 7:27pm |
Havdalah
| Motzei Shabbos, Apr 1, 8:28pm |
Shabbos HaGadol
| Shabbos, Apr 1 |
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