Welcome to Temple Beth Or

Our warm, compassionate, vibrant, spirited, inclusive, and participatory Reform Jewish community is religiously and geographically diverse, serving Washington’s northern Puget Sound. Browse our website, attend a service or event, and join us!

Check our calendar

Welcome to Temple Beth Or

Our warm, compassionate, vibrant, spirited, inclusive, and participatory Reform Jewish community is religiously and geographically diverse, serving Washington’s northern Puget Sound. Browse our website, attend a service or event, and join us!

Check our calendar

Our Congregational Priorities

Nurturing our interactive, multigenerational extended family

K'hilah/Mishpachah (community & family)

Nurturing our interactive, multigenerational extended family
Lifelong learning, searching for meaning, and seeking comfort and healing

Torah

Lifelong learning, searching for meaning, and seeking comfort and healing
Worship and celebration through the observance of meaningful, creative, and traditional rituals

Avodah

Worship and celebration through the observance of meaningful, creative, and traditional rituals
Transforming ourselves and our world through tzedakah (fairness), social justice, and g'milut chasadim acts of loving kindness

Tikkun Olam

Transforming ourselves and our world through tzedakah (fairness), social justice, and g’milut chasadim acts of loving kindness

Currently at TBO

Upcoming Events

Full calendar at templebethor.org/calendar

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Temple Beth Or has launched a Capital Campaign to help fund updates and expansions to our current building. Learn more and make a pledge now at: templebethor.org/building

COVID-19 Guidelines

TBO does not require vaccination, though it is strongly recommended. Masking is optional.

For safety/security reasons, non-members must pre-register to attend in-person events.

Review the complete COVID-19 protocols at templebethor.org/covid

Recent articles from our Rabbi

Recent articles from our President

Recent TBO News

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From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

Teens Leading Change: The Power of NFTY on Fostering an Innovative Spirit

Teens Leading Change: The Power of NFTY on Fostering an Innovative Spirit jemerman

NFTY
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NFTY has long been a catalyst for teen leadership and social change. Two remarkable teens, Maccabee Anderson and Lucy Targum, embody the innovative spirit and commitment to being the change they wish to see in the Jewish world and beyond.

Jewish Stories to Curl Up with This Winter

Jewish Stories to Curl Up with This Winter jemerman

Arts and Culture
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A truly cozy read, in my opinion, is defined by its ability to keep me present. As the definition of cozy reading is subjective, I've compiled a list of Jewish cozy reads spanning a few genres. Wrap yourself up in your favorite blanket, turn the kettle on, and let's get started.

10 Yiddish Words and Phrases to Love

10 Yiddish Words and Phrases to Love jemerman

Yiddish
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In recent years, Yiddish has experienced a remarkable resurgence. Whether you're reconnecting with your heritage or exploring linguistic quirks, Yiddish offers rich expressions to spice up conversations. Here are 10 phrases you should know and use to participate in the Yiddish resurgence.

For Some of Us the Holidays Are Just…Hard

For Some of Us the Holidays Are Just…Hard jemerman

Death and Mourning
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As we head into the holiday season, I am acutely aware of how much different this year is going to be than previous ones. I will be celebrating without my mom for the first time. My mother died in January 2021, and I'm still dealing with the unexpected waves of grief that wash over me, sometimes out of nowhere. As I head into this first winter holiday season without her, I'm not quite sure I know what to expect, other than everything is going to be very different.

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Contact Info

Temple Beth Or
3215 Lombard Avenue
Everett, Washington  98201-4428
Phone/Fax: (425) 259-7125

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