Temple Ohabei Shalom

10/09/2026

One of the Torah scrolls in the ark at Temple Ohabei Shalom has an extraordinary history. Once belonging to a Jewish congregation in Prostějov, in what is now the Czech Republic, it survived the Holocaust and eventually found a home at TOS.

In this week's Shabbat message, Ken Weinstein, Chair of the Ritual Committee, reflects on the Torah as a “portable homeland,” shares the remarkable history of this scroll, and invites our community to a special reunion of Czech Torah scrolls in Springfield on November 8. In addition, Rabbi Berkman invites us to engage with the weekly Torah portion this year.

Read the full message at the link in our bio.

Shabbat Shalom!

10/07/2026

Today marks three years since the October 7 attacks on Israel.

As we remember, and as we mourn, may we rededicate ourselves to understanding and supporting the half of the Jewish people who live in Israel, as they work to heal, to support one another, to build and rebuild and work toward a future of peace, safety, and freedom for all who dwell there.

With blessings of comfort and strength on this anniversary,
Rabbi Audrey Marcus Berkman

For upcoming opportunities to gather, remember, and learn, see the link in our bio.

10/06/2026

What a joyful Simchat Torah celebration at Temple Ohabei Shalom! We danced, sang, unrolled the Torah, and began the cycle of Torah again. Thank you to our clergy and staff, and everyone who joined us in making the evening so meaningful.

Most of all, thank you for being part of this community and for helping create the sense of connection and belonging that made Simchat Torah so special. Here’s to a new year of Torah, questions, discoveries, and community.

10/02/2026

Simchat Torah reminds us that Torah is never truly finished.

As we reach the end of Deuteronomy and return immediately to Beresh*t, Cantor Silverman reflects on the beauty of beginning again: returning to familiar words with new questions, new meanings, and new discoveries.

Read Cantor Silverman’s full Shabbat message at the link in bio.

Shabbat Shalom and Simchat Torah Sameach!

09/25/2026

Sukkot begins tonight!

In this week’s Shabbat message, Rabbi Berkman reflects on the way Sukkot brings joy, vulnerability, and community into the same frame — and on what the sukkah can teach us about appreciating the blessings of our lives in the midst of their fragility.

Read her full message on our blog at the link in our bio.

Shabbat Shalom and Chag Sukkot Sameach!

09/20/2026

Yom Kippur begins tonight with Kol Nidre.

However you're observing this year — with us in the sanctuary, or wherever tonight finds you — we are holding our whole community in our hearts tonight.

G'mar chatimah tovah — may you be sealed for life, blessing, and peace.

09/18/2026

Shabbat Shalom.

In this week’s Shabbat message, Cantor Silverman reflects on Shabbat Shuva—the Shabbat of Return—and on teshuvah as the work of returning to ourselves, to one another, and to the values we share.

As we move from Rosh HaShanah toward Yom Kippur, we are invited to reflect, repair, reconnect, and begin again.

Read Cantor Silverman’s full Shabbat message at the link in our bio

G’mar Chatimah Tovah.

09/11/2026

What a year it has been.

We’ve gathered and celebrated, learned and sung, served our neighbors, welcomed new faces, marked milestones, and shared so many moments together. As we turn toward 5787, we are grateful for the community that makes Temple Ohabei Shalom what it is—and excited for all that the new year will bring.

From all of us at TOS, Shanah Tovah U’Metuka. May 5787 be a good and sweet year for you and those you love.

With thanks to Dezii, Mateo, Rory, and everyone who shared photos of our community throughout the year.

09/03/2026

We’re so glad you’re back! And just in time—we’re hitting the ground running, because High Holy Days 5787 begin NEXT WEEK!

First up: join us for our Welcome Back BBQ on Tuesday, September 8. Come reconnect with friends, meet new faces, and kick off a new year at TOS together.
Register at the link in our bio.

Then, it’s on to the High Holy Days. Find service times, community gatherings, and everything you need for the season at the link in our bio.

Welcome back, TOS.

09/01/2026

The High Holy Days are almost here, and we'd love for you to join the TOS community to celebrate this year.

Whether it's your first time with us or your fiftieth, you're welcome at TOS. Link in bio to reserve your spot. This year all guest tickets include the Discovery Membership which includes additional free programming and a risk-free membership through November 6.

Discover what membership feels like - no commitment required. Details in bio.

Temple Ohabei Shalom is an inclusive Jewish community & Reform temple in Brookline, MA, that is committed to nurturing, sustaining, and touching Jewish lives.