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| Richard Matza President
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PRESIDENT’S
MESSAGE
Dear Members and friends,
Welcome to the website for our Congregation and
Synagogue. We appreciate your visit.
Our congregation is made up of a friendly group of
people who warmly welcome Jews of all backgrounds, not just Sephardi,
but everyone who embraces a religious service and culture in the
Sephardic tradition. Many of our members are of the Ashkenazi heritage.
We are a small congregation of 80 families, which
allows everyone to know each other intimately and to embrace each other
with fellowship that goes beyond the doors of the synagogue. Our social
interactions transcend religion into true friendships.
Our synagogue building is an architectural marvel,
constructed in a round design with natural acoustics and a light and
bright interior. Our location is near the city center and a short walk
from the downtown area.
We have been a congregation for nearly 100 years
and we cling to the traditions of our ancestors and that of our Sephardi
observance of religious rites. We have three zones of seating
accommodations to fit every need. We have separate seating for men,
women, and a section of family seating too. We also insert some Ladino
into the conduct of the services.
Please come and join us sometime!
Our synagogue is open on Friday night and Saturday
morning for weekly services. You are welcome to attend. Just call
503-227-0010 for more information. We will be happy to answer your
inquiries.
Sincerely yours,
Richard Matza, President
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WELCOME
TO SEPHARDIC CONGREGATION AHAVATH ACHIM.
Since 1916, Ahavath Achim has been Oregon's only Sephardic Synagogue.
The traditions of many faces of Sephardic culture have come together in
this unique Congregation.
Our small Congregation is a friendly alternative to larger, impersonal
Synagogues. Ahavath Achim is anything but dull! In the best
Sephardic tradition, our services are filled with the melodies and songs
from Jews of Spanish/Ladino, Middle Eastern and Israeli decent. Our
services are highly participatory, and children are welcomed - they play a
vital part in both the services and Synagogue life. Our seating
arrangements allow for both separate seating for traditionalists, and
family seating for those who wish the option.
Don't think, though, that Ahavath Achim is just for the Sephardim!
Many of our members are of Ashkenazic decent, who find at Ahavath Achim
the kind of joy and zest for Judaism that they thought was lost.
Adding to the experience is our Synagogue building, with a round domed sanctuary
whose acoustics have become legendary in the area. You won't find a
more beautiful or warmer enviornment in which to pray!
We hold services on Friday evenings at 6:00PM, Saturday morning at 9:00AM,
and on holidays. Our Saturday Shabbat services are followed by a
free kiddush luncheon, where congregants and visitors get to know each
other in a relaxed atmosphere.
Please accept our invitation to visit Congregation Ahavath Achim.
You will have a pleasurable religious experience that your won't forget!
Richard
Matza
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2005-2006 Ahavath Achim Officers
| Officer Name |
Responsibility |
Email |
Morris Hasson
David Blum
Sol Varon
Judy Malka
David Malka
Renee Ferrera |
All Trustees
shall actively serve on at least one committee. (Trustees are
appointed by the President. See Constitution) Committee
chairpersons may be invited to attend Board meetings. |
Committees
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Chairman |
Responsibility |
Email |
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Building committee |
Responsibility |
Contact |
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David Blum, Morris Hasson, Jon Wexler, Kevin Frahm, David Matz, Bob
Billstien |
Building and
grounds maintenance, mechanical systems, cleaning of social hall and
sanctuary (with consultation of religious and rental committees) garbage
pick-up, and memorial plaques |
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Rental Committee |
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Renee Ferrera, Vivian Blum, Judy Malka, Sol Varon
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Responsible for rental of sanctuary and social hall to members and non-members,
and consultations with caterers and organizations. |
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Religious Committee |
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Sol Varon, Yossi Malka, David Blum, (Advisors: Sam Nechemia)
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Religious
observance rules, member screening, conducting services |
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Finance committee |
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Sybil Barrier, Renee Ferrera, R. Matza, Al J. Menashe, Nace Menashe, Lou
Menashe |
Budget
development, maintain the books, event collections, bank accounts, OJCF management, computerize the books. |
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Membership/Community Relations |
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Mark Abolofia, Sybil Barrier, Vivian Blum, Sam
Menashe(Ambassador at Large) |
Membership
brochure, welcome guests, promote AA in media, attract new members, flyers &
notices. Coordinator to Sephardic Cultural Center/Robert Adatto
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Newsletter Committee and Website |
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Oshra Rapport, Sam Menashe, Cong. President, Rabbi Truzman, David Boussi,
Louise Albagli. |
Developing
education programs for youth and adults. Develop curriculum, provision
for teaching, and budget. |
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Operations team |
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Sybil Barrier, Francine Abolofia, Bernice Menashe,
Marvin Diamond, Zehava Edwards, Louise Albagli |
Volunteers
for office duties. |
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Ralph N. Funes
Sephardic Center Building Committee |
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David Blum, Isaac Tevet, Lou Menashe, Renee Ferrera, Sybil Barrier,
President |
Design,
construction, furnishing and financing of new building
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Kosher Kitchen Authority |
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Rabbi Truzman, Dorit Truzman, Sam Nechemia |
Kitchen |
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Donations and Tribute Acknowledgements |
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Bernice Menashe |
Donations
and Tribute Acknowledgements |
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Past
Presidents of Ahavath Achim
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| NAME |
YEAR OF SERVICE |
NAME |
YEAR OF SERVICE |
| Isaac B. Hasson |
1930 and 1942-44 |
Victor Levy
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Ben Babani
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19931-1932 |
Solomon A. Menashe
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1955 |
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Ben Sherman
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1934-1939 |
David Romey
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1982-1984 |
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Victor Benveniste
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1940 |
Sam N. Menashe
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1956 |
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Ezra Menashe
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1941 |
Ralph Policar
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1980-1982 |
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David Policar
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1945-1946 |
Richard Matza
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1984-1988 & 1990-92 |
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Eli M. Levy
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1947 |
Morris Motola
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1988-1990 |
| Louis Hasson
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1948 |
Yossi Malka
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1992-1994 |
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Albert Viesse
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1949-1950 |
Renee Ferrera
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1995-1997 |
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Ralph N. Funes
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1951 and 1959-61 |
Mark Abolofia
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1997-1999 |
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Samuel A. Menashe
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1953-1954 |
Morris Hasson
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1999-2002 |
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Richard Matza
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2002- Present |
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Explanation of Membership Type
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1. General Membership:
$600/year Family or Single 26 & over
2. Associate Membership:
$250/year Must meet one of following criteria:
-Young Adults 18-25 (family or single)
-Those who are also members of other synagogues
-Those who make yearly donations totaling $250
-Single Parent families with children
-Widows of Members
3. Nonmember seating for High Holydays: $85 donation
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Donating to Congregation Ahavath
AchimCongregation Ahavath Achim is a small congregation which is solely supported by
donations it receives and by dues paid by its members. In addition to
contributions to the synagogue's general fund, Congregation Ahavath Achim accepts
donations to a variety of special-purpose funds.
Congregation Ahavath Achim is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization according to
Internal Revenue Service regulations.
Following is a list of special purpose funds
of Congregation Ahavath Achim
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Building Endowment Fund |
Shabbat Lunch |
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Rabbi Endowment
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General
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Please feel free to contact the synagogue (Email or by
Phone) for more information about these
funds and/or other donation opportunities. Thank you.
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