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Temple Shalom - Auburn, ME
Name: Temple Shalom
Address: 74 Bradman Street, Auburn, ME 04210
Denominational affiliation: Conservative
Member units (households): 0-100
What percentage of members are older than 50? 65%
How many people attend a regular Shabbat service? Saturday Shabbat averages 20. Friday night once a month service averages 30. Thursday minyan service averages 15.
Length of typical Shabbat morning service? 3 hours includes Torah study
Shabbat dress code: Casual
Daily services? No
Does your synagogue have its own building? If not, where do you meet
for services? Yes, we have our own building
Is there an opportunity to socialize after services? Yes kiddush lunch & shmooze
Language of service: Hebrew
Is another language offered in the prayer book? English
Children’s programming: Children are welcome at the adult services with participation.
Accessibility for people with disabilities: Yes
Are services streamed online? No
Are the rabbi’s sermons available online? No
Percentage of members in interfaith marriages? 15%
Will the rabbi officiate at an interfaith wedding? Will he/she attend one? Yes and yes
Are there distinct roles for men and women in your synagogue? No, we are egalitarian conservative.
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