Valley Beth Shalom

Hard to believe we got such a warm cozy feeling from such a large shul. There’s something for everyone in this synoguge. My family particularly enjoys the text study with Rabbi Feinstein. we find him insightful and inspirational.

We have found an amazing family experience at VBS. My husband and I came from other synagogues and needed to find one that met our needs. There is so much available to experience, but we are really engaged as we meet more families. Also, we finally feel that our kids are getting educated Jewishly at their Hebrew school, rather than Jewish babysitting.

My fiancé and I have gone to a few synagogues to get a feel for the environment, congregants, etc. None of them have been as great of an experience as we have had at Valley Beth Shalom. When we arrived for Saturday morning services, we were warmly greeted by Cantor Fox and several congregants. My fiancé and I were also warmly welcomed by Rabbi Feinstein and many of the congregants. Overall, I truly believe that the warmth and the friendly environment is encouraged from the top and works its way down to the congregants. Some of the other synagogues that we visited were no where near as welcoming. It was an extremely refreshing, welcoming and pleasant experience. It’s also comforting to know that there is a mommy and me program and schooling through the sixth grade, offered at Valley Beth Shalom. All in all, we were engaged throughout the service and felt very welcomed.

Visited VBS last weekend for my daughter and future son in laws Aufruf. I’ve never attending this kind of ceremony before and it was really lovely. We being part of the family were asked to join the wedding couple up on the stage to gather around the torah. Once finished the congregation threw candies for good fortune and the small children came and gathered the candies on the steps. Also a younger Rabbi (I can’t remember his name) spoke on the significance of Martin Luther King day and how it was intertwined with Rabbi Joshua Herschel’s support of Rev. King. Found this interesting and relevant to the holiday weekend. Also a part of history that seems to not be shared in public school history classes.

Randi is so helpful and caring… she really looks out for the community!

I grew up here. Elementary school, Bat Mitzvah, Confirmation class, the whole shebang. And I appreciate every bit of it.
VBS also has the best brownies of any Oneg Shabbat anywhere! (Thanks, Steve Cohen!)

VBS Day School has an amazing Jewish environment.