Hevreh of Southern Berkshire

Hevreh is a reform Jewish synagogue located in the heart of the Berkshires. Founded over 45 years ago, Hevreh serves as a vibrant destination for Jewish Life, Learning, and Community.

MISSION

We boldly live Jewish values, to uplift, enrich and transform the lives of all we touch 

VALUES

Reflect:   Through reflection, exploration, and dialogue, we learn, grow, and evolve together

• We draw focus, inspiration, and meaning from Torah and other sacred texts, God, and one another 
• We wrestle with big questions through study, conversation, and prayer
• We cherish our Jewish traditions and values and teach them to our children
• We experiment and evolve to ensure the future of our religion and people

“Love humanity, and draw them to Torah,” (Pirkei Avot 1:12)

אוהב את הבריות ומקרבן לתורה

Connect:   We invite everyone to join us on this journey 

• We foster deep, joyous and spiritual relationships  
• We embrace our diverse heritage and identities
• We elevate our congregation, ourselves, and our spirit through music
• We hold each other tight in times of both joy and sorrow

“Love your neighbor as yourself,” (Leviticus 19:18)

אהבת לרעך כמוך

Act:   We heed the call to create a more just society and a healthier planet 

• We build a shared story of social action and advocacy to heal and repair injustices
• We advocate for those without a voice: the marginalized, struggling, and persecuted
• We steward the Earth and its resources to ensure a sustainable future
• We nurture leaders to awaken purpose and moral courage

“You shall love [the stranger] as yourself, for you were strangers in the land of Egypt,” (Leviticus 19:34)

ואהבת לו כמוך כי גרים הייתם בארץ מצרים