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Membership

Membership

At Temple Sholom of West Essex (TSWE), we believe Judaism is more than just what you read on the pages. It’s about… 

Being welcomed by soulful prayer, tradition, and a diverse, inclusive community.

Enriching your knowledge with a robust catalog of educational courses. 

Feeling inspired through engagement and volunteerism. 

Visit TSWE and you’ll find a building buzzing with children singing in the youth choir or dancing along with Cantor Wright’s guitar, teens engaging in leadership activities and colorful crafts lining the walls. In quieter spaces you’ll find adults learning with Rabbi Groffman at Torah Study, or participating in lively discussions. 
We infuse our religious school with fun interactive learning experiences and a curriculum that reflects our Jewish values. Staff, clergy, and lay leadership constantly innovate ways to support our families and make the Jewish experience energizing for every member. 
Discover game nights, community dinners, cantorial concerts, movie screenings, Rosh Hodesh women’s circles, or weekend nature walks. Friday night Shabbat services are enhanced by an occasional guest speaker, or special themed events to celebrate community, like volunteer appreciation, birthday and anniversary blessings, Hebrew name celebrations, and student-led family services.

 
TSWE’s congregation with over 300 families (and growing) embraces diversity as its strength, and hospitality as our calling. We invite you to visit and learn more. 
TSWE offers so many ways for your family to be involved in education, social action, worship and celebration. We foster Jewish commitment with innovative approaches to living in the context of Jewish values and tradition, and also through the power of camaraderie and community.  "We’re more than a congregation. We’re a family."
Visit us daily, visit us weekly, or just pop by for a class or service when you feel called to connect. We welcome members to our vibrant community at every age and stage.
 

Benefits of membership:

  • High Holy Day Tickets: Members receive High Holy Day tickets for all immediate family members, including parents, grandparents, grown children living outside the household and grandchildren. And the more the merrier. Additional tickets are always available to purchase for extended family members. 
  • Religious School Enrollment: Members of TSWE can enroll their children in our Religious School to learn Hebrew, Jewish teachings, and traditions.  Registration/ Materials fees apply.
  • Life Cycle Ceremonies: Members keep our congregation’s calendar full of baby namings, weddings, b’nai mitzvah, and annual memorials. Let us help you celebrate the important events in your life and honor the legacies of your loved ones.
  • Use of Facility: TSWE has a social hall and meeting room available to members for a modest rental fee. 
  • Adult Education: Weekly Torah Study opportunities with our Rabbi in a small group environment; plus, yearlong special programming.
  • We strive to make our services accessible to all by offering large-print siddurim, hearing assistive devices, and live-streaming options. 
  • Holiday Gatherings: Becoming a TSWE member means you don’t have to worry about setting the table for every holiday, and you never have to celebrate alone.  We host celebrations including a themed dinner in our Sukkah, Women’s and Congregational Passover Seders, Breakfast with the Purim Spiel Stars, and of course our wonderful Shabbat Onegs and Congregational Dinners.

Membership Application
Membership Application

Please submit your membership application to TSWE’s Administrator Phyllis Maffucci at admin@sholom.net or call our office at 973-239-1321 with any questions. 

Have more questions?  Contact our membership chair at membership@sholom.net

 

 
 
Fri, August 29 2025 5 Elul 5785