Am HaYam
Cape Cod Havurah

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The purpose of Am HaYam is to promote Jewish fellowship, traditions, culture and education. We welcome individuals and families of diverse backgrounds. Our activities involve the leadership and. participation of both men and. women. We encourage member participation in worship, discussion groups, Torah study and all committee activities. Membership in Am HaYam is open to each individual who supports the purpose of the organization and who requests that his or her name be added to the mailing list. Our annual budget is derived entirely from voluntary tax deductible contributions. Become part of the Am HaYam community. Come and participate in activities . . . join a working committee and give us your energy and time . . . suggest an activity and we'll do our best to help you implement it. Add your name to our mailing list to receive our newsletter and learn more about our many activities and educational events.

What do we do?
We celebrate Erev Shabbat together approximately once a month, at the Chapel-in-the-Pines, Eastham , (but check the schedule or newsletter for details). A typical Friday night service includes a member-led service which includes traditional prayers, creative readings, and music. After the blessings over wine and challah, an Oneg Shabbat allows the group to mix and socialize. Each Erev Shabbat service is different as it is designed by the service leader for the evening. Any member can sign up to lead services, or to provide music for a service.

What else do we do?
We celebrate many of the Jewish holidays together as a community and come together for social, educational and social action events. The Am HaYam discussion group, Rosh Chodesh, Men's Club, and Torah Study meet approximately every month. See the list of contacts to find out where to ask for more information on any particular activity. We also take great pride in our Children's Study programs and Bar and Bat Mitzvah training.

How do we work?
Am HaYam committees drive the programs and activities that keep the Havurah vibrant for its members. There are 13 major committees focussed on Jewish interests that include Children's Study, Newsletter, Torah Study, Charitable Giving, Ritual, Adult Education, High Holy Day, Special Events, Tzedakah, Discussion Groups, Rosh Chodesh, Men's Club, Finance.

Interested?
If you are interested in learning more about Am HaYam send email to capecod@ahycc.org . Include your name and phone number if you would like someone to call you back. Check out our informational brochure.

Our history
The Ah HaYam Cape Cod Havurah celebrated its birth in 1987 with a Purim party. A more detailed history is available in Looking Back.

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