Contact & Location for Havurah Shalom
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Programs & Ministries at Havurah Shalom
About Havurah Shalom
Havurah Shalom is a Reconstructionist Jewish community in Portland, Oregon, affiliated with Reconstructing Judaism. Over more than 40 years, the community has grown to about 500 member households. Congregational participation is central to its life together, with members helping lead davening, Torah reading, music, social action, and Shabbat and High Holiday services. Programs include children’s ministry and youth group. High Holiday services are open to the public with no payment or tickets required.
First-Time Visitor Info for Havurah Shalom
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Members help lead davening, Torah reading, music, social action, and Shabbat and High Holiday services. Visitor Tips: High Holiday services are open to the public, and no payment or tickets are required.
History & building
Founded in 1979
Havurah Shalom was officially born in February of 1979. The first new congregation in Portland since World War I grew from informal gatherings of families, then began holding High Holiday services.
What their website says
In February of 1979 formal Articles of Incorporation and bylaws were prepared, and Havurah Shalom was officially born.
Ministry, leadership and visit details above come from the church’s own website. They can change, so please confirm with the church.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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