Inasmuch as there is only one BAJC, we try to create a path that is inclusive and meaningful to as many of our community as possibly, while not neglecting those who come to us for a particular purpose. As our needs are varied and our backgrounds are not necessarily similar, this is no easy task. Additionally, the demographics of our congregation change over time, as well as the needs of our members. Moving into our own building has presented a wide range of questions, as will our adoption of a new Prayer Book in the near future.
Bedrock is the fact that we are a Reform congregation and, within certain elastic boundaries, that defines much of what we do. For many of us, the adoption of a generally Reform approach is a compromise which allows us to be as inclusive as possible. And given the make-up of our members, the boundaries are quite elastic. We also attempt to be a congregation of many leaders and of many participants, of trying new ideas and of rediscovering roots. Yet, while being open to change, we also recognize that most people who attend our services and other events have a certain expectation of the kind of event they are joining. Thus, while change is important and necessary, constancy is also a virtue.
The only way we can know if the changes we make are well or poorly received is to let us know. We need your feedback. We listen to your feedback. We appreciate your feedback.
B’Shalom,
Paul
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