Congregation Etz Chayim

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4161 Alma Street
Palo Alto, California
(650) 813-9094

News and Special Events

Help us be the "Cheers" congregation: where everyone knows your name (and you know theirs)

We're collecting (and taking) photos of all congregants for a Photo Directory!

of each household member, or send prints by US Mail, or use the Drop-Off box on the Reception Desk

Our organized "photo-taking" dates are past, but call the office to request a photo time: 650-813-9094.

Religious School Registration is Open

Registration for the 2009-2010 Religious School Year is open! Click on "Membership" then "Current Members" and log-in, then click on Religious School Online Enrollment.

Volunteer—Become engaged in Etz Chayim life

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Rabbi Cartun's Sermons from the High Holy Days (last fall and prior)

5769/2008 Rosh HaShanah Eve or Day Yom Kippur Eve or Day
An index of all Rabbi Cartun's High Holy Days Sermons is available as well.

Rent our Facility

Regular Schedule

Torah Study:

Saturdays at 9am

Shabbat Services:

Friday evenings at 7:30pm

Saturday mornings at 10am

Special Shabbat Services:

Contemplative Sat. Svc. at 10am
on FIRST SATURDAY of each month.
Runs parallel to Regular 10am svc.

Uniquely fun Friday Svc. at 7:30pm
on FIFTH FRIDAY of month.
Replaces Regular 7:30pm svc.