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Congregation Ohev Beth Sholom Mission Statement

It is the mission of Congregation Ohev Beth Sholom to provide a dynamic, inclusive, egalitarian and spiritually enriching environment for all its members. We recognize and accommodate the varying Jewish ritual traditions of all our members. We strive to strengthen our members’ appreciation of our Jewish heritage, to foster Jewish learning, to encourage meaningful religious celebrations, to promote social activism, and to sustain a vibrant Jewish community in the greater Youngstown Area.

Congregation Ohev Beth Sholom is a Reform Jewish temple in Youngstown, Ohio. Following a merger in November 2021, traditional services were also added to our weekly schedule. Currently Reform services are offered on Friday evenings and more traditional services are offered on Saturday mornings.

We are located at 1119 Elm Street, Youngstown, Ohio 44505. Founded in 1867, Rodef Sholom (“Pursuers of Peace”) is the oldest Jewish congregation in Youngstown. Our synagogue, with its awe-inspiring Sanctuary, seating 550 people, was dedicated in 1915.

Our congregation is dedicated to social justice, community development, and ensuring the social and spiritual needs of our congregants and greater community are met through our services and programming.

Ohev Beth Sholom is affiliated with the Reform Movement through the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ). We use the Mishkan T’Filah Prayer book with many contemporary English readings, as well as the traditional Hebrew. Our Saturday morning services use the Siddur Sim Shalom prayer books.

There is truly something for everyone at Congregation Ohev Beth Sholom. Whether you are “just visiting”, or considering joining us as new members, it is our pleasure to welcome you to Ohev Beth Sholom.

Tue, July 15 2025
19 Tammuz 5785

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Visitor Policy

All new visitors and out-of-town guests, joining us for services and programming, are expected to contact the office to ensure we are aware they are coming and can notify our security personnel accordingly.

(330) 744-5001 Office@ohevbethsholom.org

Congregation Ohev Beth Sholom Monthly Bulletin

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Learn more about the URJ

Congregation Ohev Beth Sholom is proud to be affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism. Click here to learn more about the URJ.

Code of Ethics and Accountability

Ohev Beth Sholom is an inclusive congregation. We are committed to universal Jewish values and making lives and communities more whole. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct, which include personal integrity, social responsibility, and decency. Learn more about our Ethics Accountability.

Tue, July 15 2025 19 Tammuz 5785

Congregation Ohev Beth Sholom

1119 Elm Street, Youngstown, Ohio 44505

(330) 744-5001 | Office@OhevBethSholom.org

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