Temple Shalom Emeth: A Welcoming Reform Jewish Community in Burlington Massachusetts

We are a vibrant and welcoming Reform Jewish congregation. We provide a rich spectrum of opportunities for our members to express their Judaism through worship, education, music, community service, and social events.

Friday Shabbat Services

We have returned to in-person Shabbat Services in our Sanctuary with limited capacity. To prevent crowding, RSVPs are required. Please fill out the form linked below.

Masks are required for all attendees, and those age 5 and up must be vaccinated.

SHABBAT RSVP FORM

Friday Shabbat Services are also being livestreamed on the Temple’s Facebook page.  After the service, video will be uploaded to the Spiritually Speaking YouTube channel.

High Holy Day Services 2021

This year’s services were once again primarily online. Select recordings can be found on the Spiritually Speaking YouTube channel.

 

Highlights of our Year

Interfaith Holocaust Memorial Service

Rabbi Susan Abramson, Cantorial Soloist Ben Silver, State Rep. Ken Gordon, members of the interfaith clergy held a meaningful service in memory of the Holocaust. Special speaker: Judge Phillip Weiner, former Judge of The Hague who prosecuted war crimes in Bosnia, Herzogovina and Cambodia.

Passover 5782

Second Seder with Rabbi Abramson, Cantorial Soloist Ben Silver, and members of the Temple Band!

Hanukkah Highlights

Watch our video to see Highlights of Hanukkah 2021!

Interfaith Thanksgiving Services

Rabbi Abramson joined with other local clergy for an Interfaith Thanksgiving Service in both Billerica and Burlington.

 

 

Annual Appeal

Click here to donate to our Annual Appeal

Rabbi Abramson in the News

Rabbi Susan Abramson Honored for 36 Years at Temple Shalom Emeth, BCAT, the Burlington local television channel

Rabbi Susan Abramson joins Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan’s Anti-hate, Anti-bias Task Force, The Lowell Sun

Rabbi Susan Abramson reaches out to other faiths in pursuit of understanding, The Boston Globe

Rabbi Rocketpower

RabbiRocketPowerDid you know that our rabbi is the author of the Rabbi Rocketpower series of children’s Jewish holidays books?

She is the first-ever female rabbi superhero.

Oy vay! Up, up and away!

Visit the Official Rabbi Rocketpower website

Spiritually Speaking

Join Rabbi Abramson as she zooms in on the colorful faith traditions in Burlington and beyond.

Check Out Our Music Video: SHALOM!

From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

The Blessings of Adult Education: Far More than Knowledge

The Blessings of Adult Education: Far More than Knowledge sdolgov August 9, 2022

Education
A person smiling while reading from a textbook, while another person follows along.
Lifelong learning, however, can be easier said than done. For many, as they enter adulthood, with its competing demands and obligations, setting aside time for learning – and especially for Jewish learning – can be challenging indeed.

One of the Greatest Love Stories of My Life

One of the Greatest Love Stories of My Life sdolgov August 9, 2022

Pinchas
Hands holding five cloth red hearts
On this Tu B’Av, may we all seek out those people who are on our team through despair and delight, who can forgive and seek forgiveness, who see us for who we truly are and support us on the journey to becoming whoever we will someday be. And if your Valentine’s Day candy stash has run out, send those you love a note of sweetness and gratitude instead. Happy Tu B’Av!

Staying Connected After the B’nei Mitzvah: a Teen’s Perspective

Staying Connected After the B’nei Mitzvah: a Teen’s Perspective jemerman August 8, 2022

B'nei Mitzvah
group of teens looking at the Torah scroll
A common sentiment among Jewish-affiliated teens seems to be, after your b'nei mitzvah, religious school is over, right? Sure, you might come back for confirmation in a few years, but there's no real reason to stay involved. You're Jewish. You know that, your family knows that, and your friends know that. Staying involved is kind of a waste of time. Right? Actually, no. Even if you've had your b'nei mitzvah, there are benefits to staying involved with your Hebrew School and your religious education.

Magical Thinking: Superstitions and Other Persistent Notions

Magical Thinking: Superstitions and Other Persistent Notions jemerman August 3, 2022

Jewish Rituals and Symbols
Art. Ruth Schreiber's bronze and glass sculpture, Against the Evil Eye
Whether it is a lucky bracelet or a hamsa keychain amulet, superstitions believed to bring good fortune or ward off the bad are almost universal. They are the inspirations for a provocative new art exhibition: Magical Thinking: Superstitions and Other Persistent Notions.