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Welcome to the Congregation Serving
the communities of Fairfield County and beyond since 1967
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A Letter from the President of CHJHumanistic Judaism offers contemporary Jews a true alternative to the other branches of Judaism. Our services reflect a bold, creative approach to Judaism as a cultural, historical affiliation. On the High Holidays we take pride in celebrating and reflecting on our Jewish identity, in examining who we are as Jews in the modern world. As Humanistic Jews, our every observance is marked by honest self-reflection and a positive commitment to our self-defined values and ethics. If you'd like to learn more about CHJ, feel free to call us at 203-226-5451 or visit the rest of our website. You can also learn more about Humanistic Judaism by visiting the website for the Society for Humanistic Judaism ( a larger organization with which we are affiliated). A membership in CHJ allows you to enjoy our year-round schedule of activities and celebrations. If you have school-aged children, you might want to join to give your kids the opportunity to learn about their Jewish identity in our Sunday School, where Jewish tradition and values come alive through readings, discussion, music, and arts and crafts. We also welcome you to our High Holiday services. This year, as in previous years, there is no charge for High Holiday Services. Childcare will be provided during all day programming. If you decide to join CHJ before October 30, you may apply any donations to your membership fees. Please call us with your questions or to make a reservation. 203-226-5451. It's my pleasure to invite you to share the coming year with us, and I hope to see you soon. Best regards, 
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Summer Events
Sunday July 18 Women's Rap at Suzanne's. 10 a.m. Saturday, July 24, 10:00 am Book Group: Brooklyn: A Novel by Colm Toibin at the Boyars. Saturday, August 21 6:00 pm Havdalah Service at Compo Beach. Rain date August 28. Sunday, September 12, 9:30 am Open House Brunch & first day of Sunday School High Holidays
Important: New location for all events Unitarian Church, 10 Lyons Plains Road, Westport. Wednesday. September 8, 7:30 PM: Rosh Hashanah Evening Service at Unitarian Church, Westport. Doors open at 6:30 pm
Thursday,
September 9: Rosh Hashanah Day Programs at Unitarian Church,
Westport
Friday, September 17, 7:30 PM: Kol Nidre Evening Service at Unitarian Church, Westport Doors open at 6:30 pm
Saturday,
September 18: Yom Kippur Day Programs
at Unitarian Church, Westport.
We welcome visitors to our programs so they may determine if an
affiliation with our Congregation is appropriate for them. To learn
the location of an event and reserve your spot, or to get three
monthly newsletters mailed to your home, or to simply get more
information, call 203-226-5451. |
The Congregation for Humanistic Judaism is a welcoming,
supportive community, serving Fairfield County since 1967, for secular Jews
and their families to affirm, celebrate, and enrich Jewish identity and
values. CHJ believes in personal responsibility to fulfill the Jewish ideals
of loving-kindness, justice, and good deeds.
Humanistic Judaism is one of the five branches of Judaism recognized by the
United Jewish Communities of North America. We are affiliated with the
Society for Humanistic Judaism and the International Federation of Secular
Humanistic Jews, active worldwide.
If you live in Bethel, Bridgeport, Brookfield, Danbury, Darien, Easton, Fairfield, Greenwich, Monroe, New Canaan, New Fairfield, Newtown, Norwalk, Redding, Ridgefield, Shelton, Sherman, Stamford, Stratford, Trumbull, Weston, Westport or Wilton (or Rockland or Dutchess Counties and don't mind traveling for your beliefs) and are seeking a congregation that allows you to be true to your humanistic values while celebrating your Jewish heritage, we may be the place! Our synagogue meets in members' homes and public schools. Please join us at an event and talk with our members. Your search may be over!
HUNGER. We encourage all members to bring non-perishable food to all events so we can help replenish the food banks. Hunger is a year-round problem, even in our area.
Living Our Values: Fighting hunger locally and globally! Donations of food, personal hygiene products, and money continue to be collected at all CHJ events.
CLOTHES. No matter the season, we collect clothing too for the local shelters. Please consider donating (for winter) warm jackets, coats, sweaters, hats, mittens, gloves, scarves; as well as other clothing in good condition.
BOOKS FOR ZIM Also, please consider donating school supplies, sports equipment (soccer balls, softball, basketballs, volleyballs) that will be sent to Zimbabwe as part of the Books for Zim project. Anything that can be used by a school (including books) is welcome!
Your Child Can Be in This Picture
Send your children to a Jewish Sunday School whose teachings reflect your own views on what it means to be Jewish in America today. No doctrine, no dogma. A place where they can learn about Jewish history, holidays, culture, literature, art, and music in a warm participatory environment. For children pre-school and up. Small class size fosters involvement and learning. And, when it comes time for their Bar/Bat Mitzvah, it will be a ceremony your whole family will be proud of.
Come see what we've got to offer!
The Congregation is run as a cooperative and offers full range of member-led activities celebrating our Jewish heritage and values. Activities include adult education, tzedakah/social action, book and film discussion groups, retreats, and men's and women's groups. The Congregation values its sense of community. Interfaith families are welcome.