Community

Welcome to Valley Beth Shalom - A Legacy of Connection, Growth, and Spiritual Depth

Valley Beth Shalom is more than a congregation; it is a spiritual partnership built across generations. Together, we cultivate a community that is mindfully spiritual, joyously connected, and profoundly rooted in Jewish tradition. United by a shared purpose, we embrace the journey of exploring Judaism, forging deep and meaningful relationships, and supporting one another through every chapter of life’s unfolding story.

If You Seek Relationships

Valley Beth Shalom is a welcoming sanctuary for individuals and families of all Jewish connections, backgrounds, and life experiences. Here, diverse paths converge on sacred ground, creating a tapestry of shared aspirations and a community enriched by its variety.

Our members are lifelong Encino residents and those newly arrived, Jews-by-choice, LGBTQ+ individuals and families, Sephardic, Mizrahi, and Ashkenazi Jews, Russian-speaking and Israeli Jews, Jews of Color, and many many more. We are individuals, couples, young families, multi-generational households, seasoned elders, professionals, volunteers, activists, students, parents - and above all, a community of kind people.

If You Seek Knowledge

Valley Beth Shalom is a haven for curiosity and lifelong learning, where meaning unfolds through engaging and accessible Jewish education.

For adults, we offer dynamic programs that traverse the richness of Jewish texts, contemporary issues, and philosophical inquiry. From intimate introductory study groups with our clergy, collegiate level lectures and discussions with clergy and community thought leaders, and casual and accessible gatherings, learning is designed to inspire and connect.

For children and teens, our schools nurture a love of Jewish values, history, and traditions through an interactive curriculum tailored to diverse learning styles. From hands-on activities to immersive experiences, young learners are empowered to discover their Jewish identity in meaningful ways.

If You Seek Relationships

Valley Beth Shalom is a welcoming sanctuary for individuals and families of all Jewish connections, backgrounds, and life experiences. Here, diverse paths converge on sacred ground, creating a tapestry of shared aspirations and a community enriched by its variety.

Our members are lifelong Encino residents and those newly arrived, Jews-by-choice, LGBTQ+ individuals and families, Sephardic, Mizrahi, and Ashkenazi Jews, Russian-speaking and Israeli Jews, Jews of Color, and many many more. We are individuals, couples, young families, multi-generational households, seasoned elders, professionals, volunteers, activists, students, parents - and above all, a community of kind people.