Values, Mission and Vision

VALUES

Congregation Beth Shalom of the Blue Hills is an inclusive, diverse, and participatory synagogue. We strive to create many paths where all feel a deep, comfortable, and profound sense of connection and belonging. We are committed to welcoming, engaging, respecting, and embracing people of all ages, ethnic, racial, and cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, differing abilities, gender identities, and financial means. Our foundation is based on:

• Jewish Traditions and a desire for personally fulfilling connections to Judaism
• Investment in lifelong learning through youth and adult Jewish education
• Respect of all people through the lens of unity without uniformity
• Commitment to Tikkun Olam (Healing the World) through acts of loving kindness and social action, including combatting injustice and antisemitism.
• Assurance that financial means are not a barrier to membership and participation in congregational life

MISSION

We engage our youth and adult members in observing Shabbat, Jewish Holidays and life-cycle events, Jewish education, and creating spiritual experiences that meet the diversity of Jewish expression – all in a manner that sustains future generations.

We draw from the wisdom, ethics and spiritual diversity found in Jewish Tradition, Faith, and Culture. This informs, inspires, and interconnects the lives of our members and our community, enabling us to make a positive impact in the world.

We fulfill this mission by serving as a House of Assembly (Beit Knesset), House of Study (Beit Midrash), and House of Prayer (Beit Tefilah). 

VISION

We envision a community that continually fosters and enriches meaningful connection to Judaism through practices and community gatherings while respecting different expressions of Jewish identity.

We work to create an environment that engages our members, building on their unique passions, skills and creativity while developing future leaders to support ongoing spiritual growth and evolution of our congregation.

While supporting each other and deepening our connections with Judaism, we aspire to be stewards of justice in our broader communities.