Welcome to Congregation Etz Chaim

We are a Reform Jewish Congregation in the Rochester, New York area. We welcome a diverse appreciation of our shared synagogue traditions. We are a small, progressive congregation that fills a unique niche in the Rochester Jewish Community.

We have an open-door policy and enjoy having guests for services and special events, and we always welcome new members. Our community is based on inclusiveness, where everyone is welcome, regardless of age, marital status, sexual orientation, or being a Jew by birth or by choice.

Our Rabbi and our members provide a warm reception whether you are joining us for an evening of faith or you wish to become a member. You are always welcome at Etz Chaim.

Congregation Etz Chaim, 2 Mountain Rise, Fairport, New York 14450, (585) 223-5344

e-mail: admin@congregationetzchaim.org

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Mourning Rabbi David Abrahams, 1951 - 2025

Congregation Etz Chaim is saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Rabbi David Abrahams. Rabbi passed away surrounded by family on April 6, 2025.

Welcome to Congregation Etz Chaim

Mourning Rabbi David Abrahams, 1951 - 2025

Congregation Etz Chaim is saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Rabbi David Abrahams. Rabbi passed away surrounded by family on April 6, 2025.

Here is the schedule of proceedings for those who wish to join in mourning:

Thursday April 10th:

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM service to be held in the sanctuary at Mountain Rise UCC, 2 Mountain Rise, Faiport NY 14450

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM procession to Pittsford Cemetery for service, 38 Washington Rd, Pittsford, NY 14534

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM Return to Mt. Rise. Shiva in the Social Hall downstairs. 2:30 PM service there.

Friday April 11th:

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Shiva and Service in the Social Hall @ 2 Mt. Rise

Welcome to Congregation Etz Chaim

Mourning Rabbi David Abrahams, 1951 - 2025

Congregation Etz Chaim is saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Rabbi David Abrahams. Rabbi passed away surrounded by family on April 6, 2025.

Here is the schedule of proceedings for those who wish to join in mourning:

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Thursday April 10th:

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM service to be held in the sanctuary at Mountain Rise UCC, 2 Mountain Rise, Faiport NY 14450

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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM procession to Pittsford Cemetery for service, 38 Washington Rd, Pittsford, NY 14534

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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM Return to Mt. Rise. Shiva in the Social Hall downstairs. 2:30 PM service there.

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Friday April 11th:

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Shiva and Service in the Social Hall @ 2 Mt. Rise

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