Welcome to GSJC
Gishrei Shalom Jewish Congregation is a small but very active Jewish congregation affiliated with URJ, Union of Reform Judaism, the Reform movement. We are a mix of older singles, empty nesters and young families. We warmly welcome all members of the Jewish faith including interfaith and same sex families. Now in our fourth decade we provide a close, family atmosphere for Jewish observance, learning and worship.
We celebrate Jewish holidays joyously and provide family workshops, Jewish education for our children and numerous social activities. Our special celebrations include Sukkot under the stars (held at a member’s house) and our communal Chanukah candle-lighting and latke-fest (also held at a member’s home). All of our member families take an active role in helping our congregation come alive with Jewish meaning and warmth. For more than 20 years, we have had a special relationship with the First Congregational Church on Main Street in Southington, where we hold our Shabbat services and many other events. We look forward to getting to know you!
Click the links below to read about our Mission Statement and Statement of Inclusion.
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Countdown to 40:
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REMINDER: last week to purchase tickets for 40th anniversary event. Write to events@gsjc.org with questions.
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GSJC will be celebrating its 40th anniversary on November 16, 2024. Save the date and stay tuned for more details for a special evening. Click the flyer to learn more and the countdown to see pictures from the past
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- Click the link to learn about GSJC’s Holocaust Torah
- Southington Magazine Article – “Small, But Mighty, Congregation Celebrates 40 Years”
Learn More About Our Holocaust Torah
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- Did you know that you can help support GSJC in various ways with no additional cost to you, ex. Buy grocery and other gift cards! A great way to help our congregation. Follow this link to read about how. Thank You!!
SUPPORT - Support Israel: From Rabbi Wasserman–It has been a particularly difficult time for the Jewish community. Our hearts are in the East with our brothers and sisters in Israel. So many people have asked, “What can we do?” While we may feel helpless being so far away, there are things we can do to help. Reach out to family and friends in Israel. Let them know that we support them. Pray for their safety. Gather together. When we gather together, we are giving and getting support from our community. Another thing we can do is donate money to organizations like Magen David Adom , The Jewish Federation or Lone Soldiers in Israel.
- Did you know that you can help support GSJC in various ways with no additional cost to you, ex. Buy grocery and other gift cards! A great way to help our congregation. Follow this link to read about how. Thank You!!
