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Beth Abraham Synagogue | Conservative USCJ

Beth Abraham Synagogue is a Conservative synagogue located just south of downtown Dayton in Oakwood. The congregation takes pride in its fully egalitarian Shabbat services, featuring a high level of congregant participation and Rabbi Ginsberg’s insightful and inspiring sermons. The warmth the of Shabbat experience is enhanced with a full Kiddush lunch prepared weekly by congregants.

305 Sugar Camp Cir., Dayton Ohio 45409

(937) 293-9520

bethabrahamdayton.org

Beth Jacob Congregation | Traditional

Beth Jacob Congregation has a rich history in the Dayton region, with origins that extend back to the 18oos. The synagogue now hosts a monthly Rabbi-in-Residence for Shabbat services, seminars, and holiday celebrations. The Beth Jacob kitchen committee holds a Kiddush immediately following weekly Shabbat services.. Beth Jacob has an active Social Action Committee and Sisterhood group.

7020 North Main St., Dayton Ohio 45415

(937) 274-2149

bethjacobcong.org

Chabad of Greater Dayton

Chabad serves the Greater Dayton community with innovative pioneering programming for all ages and segments of the community. Programming includes Shabbat and holiday services, shared holiday meals and celebrations, dynamic study featuring Rohr Jewish Learning Institute programming, and personal support and caring.

2001 Far Hills Ave., Dayton, Ohio 45419

(937) 643-0770

chabaddayton.com

Temple Beth Or| Reform (URJ)

Temple Beth Or is a Reform temple located in South Dayton. With modern interpretations of traditional celebrations, Temple Beth Or provides innovative programming, dynamic services featuring our congregational choir, and a camp-style religious school from pre-K-12th grade. Ours is an egalitarian inclusive community which celebrates diversity and participation; a sanctuary where traditional families, LGBTQ people, interfaith partners and extended families, singles, seniors and spiritual seekers are welcome.

5275 Marshall Rd., Dayton Ohio 45429

(937) 435-3400

templebethor.com

Temple Israel | Reform URJ

Temple Israel is a Reform Jewish congregation that is deeply committed to meaningful worship, Torah study, social justice efforts, LGBTQ rights, collaborative interfaith programming, and Jewish camping. Temple Israel hosts the Jewish Cultural Festival every summer, which uniquely celebrates the richness of the Jewish heritage and culture.

130 Riverside Dr., Dayton Ohio 45405

tidayton.org

Within the Surrounding Miami Valley Area

Congregation Anshe Emeth | Reform (URJ)
320 Caldwell St., Piqua, Ohio
Rabbinic Intern Sara Otero-Eiser
(937) 547-0092; or (937) 623-1234
ansheemeth.org

Temple Beth Sholom | Reform (URJ)
610 Gladys Dr., Middletown, Ohio 45044
Rabbi Haviva Horvitz
(513) 254-8982
thetemplebethsholom.com

Temple Sholom | Reform (URJ)
2424 North Limestone St., Springfield, Ohio 45503
|Rabbi Cary Kozberg
(937) 399-1231
templesholomoh.com

Yellow Springs Havurah
Antioch University, Yellow Springs, Ohio 45387
(937) 767-7549

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