Beth Tikvah of Naples

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Beth Tikvah is an egalitarian Jewish community established under the umbrella of the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism. Members come together because Judaism is their joy and passion. They want to celebrate with each other, their community and their children. They are committed to fostering a Jewish spiritual experience through participatory and egalitarian services that are at once traditional and innovative.

Beth Tikvah is a place of Jewish learning, spiritual growth and communal participation. We can study traditional teachings in a way that is meaningful in our time and in our world. It is a welcoming and inclusive community, at once vibrant and caring. The Beth Tikvah community has a close connection to the State of Israel and Zionism.

Beth Tikvah defines itself as a familyfriendly community. Jewish learning is a cornerstone of our programming, with opportunities for people of all backgrounds. We welcome visitors who wish to discover what we have to offer.

Aside from weekly worship services and holiday observances, Beth Tikvah offers adulteducation, community events and social events. It provides for Life Cycle ceremonies and observances and strives to provide Yahrzeit minyans upon

request. Its programs connect its community with the people of Israel and to the State of Israel. Beth Tikvah supports social service and Tikkun Olam.

Beth Tikvah is led by Rabbi Ammos Chorny, an experienced spiritual leader ordained by the Jewish Theological Seminary. Born and raised in Bogota, Columbia, Rabbi Chorny brings an international flavor to his pulpit.

A man of great learning with a profound ability to share it, Rabbi Chorny’s wide range of experience includes being a chaplain in the United States army. He served in Saudi Arabia, among other places. Aside from English and Hebrew, Rabbi Chorny is fluent in Spanish, German and Yiddish.