The Jewish concept of hospitality is the guiding principle behind Keruv. Temple Emunah strives to provide an environment in which all members of the community, including interfaith families, non-traditional families, and marginally affiliated Jews, can feel welcome to participate. The Keruv Committee creates numerous programs in support of these ideals.
The Hebrew word keruv means draw near, and in keeping with the meaning of the word, Temple Emunah strives to be open, welcoming and affirming. At Temple Emunah, we welcome all Jewish men and women, their Jewish partners, and their children as members of our congregation, regardless of their sexual orientation, race, or national or ethnic origin. Likewise, we welcome non-Jewish partners or children as reyim ahuvim (beloved friends), in the same manner in which we welcome and recognize any individual of another faith at Temple Emunah. We are committed to affording them every opportunity to access our faith, its traditions and teachings. The fabric of our Emunah life is enhanced and enriched by its diversity. To learn more about Keruv, contact Barbara Palant, Chairperson.
Temple Emunah affords all opportunities for non-Jewish family members to study at the Gerim Institute of Boston, our local/regional body that handles conversion and related study.