Tree of Life Congregation

Tree of Life * Or L’Simcha Congregation is a traditional, progressive and egalitarian congregation based in Pittsburgh’s Squirrel Hill neighborhood.

We offer a warm and welcoming environment where even the oldest Jewish traditions become relevant to the way our members live today. From engaging services, social events, family-friendly activities and learning opportunities to support in times of illness or sorrow, we match the old with the new to deliver conservative Jewish tradition that’s accessible, warm and progressive.

Announcements

Upcoming Programs & Events

Dec

22

Chanukah Party
Sunday, Dec 22 12:30p

Dec

22

Community Menorah Lighting
Sunday, Dec 22 6:00p

Jan

8

Joyce Fienberg Book Group
Wednesday, Jan 8 7:30p

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The Heinz History Center is hosting an exhibit through December 27 on the history of Tree of Life, New Light, and Dor Hadash congregations. Using rarely seen materials from the archive, the exhibit focuses on the distinct histories of each congregation. Admission to the exhibit is free.

The #HeartsTogether gallery is now live!

May their memories be for a blessing

Joyce Fienberg
Yiddis Bultcha bat Aba Menachem

Jerry Rabinowitz
Yehudah Ben Yechezkel

David Rosenthal
Dovid Ben Eliezer

Cecil Rosenthal
Chaim Ben Eliezer

Irving Younger
Yitzchok Chaim ben Menachem

Dan Stein
Daniel Avrom ben Baruch

Rose Mallinger
Raizel bas Avrohom

Richard Gottfried
Yosef Ben Hyman

Bernice Simon
Beila Rochel bas Moshe

Sylvan Simon
Zalman Shachna Ben Menachem Mendel

Mel Wax
Moshe Gadol Ben Yosef

Dear Friends:

Words cannot fully express our appreciation for the outpouring of love and support we have received from the first responders who rushed to our aid, the people of Pittsburgh who rallied to our side, and those who reached out from around the globe. We are grateful for the expressions of sympathy for the loss of our beloved congregants, as well as those from New Light Congregation and Congregation Dor Hadash, who shared space with us in the Tree of Life building.

Out of this senseless tragedy comes this truth: There is more good in people than evil. Our heavy hearts have been uplifted by the fact that people of all faiths, ethnicities and nationalities have joined together to demonstrate love in the face of hate, and to rally against the vitriol that fueled this horrendous attack. We not only appreciate the support of allies who were quick to condemn anti-Semitism, we join with them in the fight against all forms of hatred.

Even as we continue to mourn the congregants we lost, we honor their memories by healing, growing and strengthening the congregation they loved. Thank you!

Sincerely,

Samuel K. Schachner, PhD
President
Tree of Life * Or L'Simcha Congregation