Growth
Growth
In 2015 as Havurah approached the level of 350 member households, projections were developed for future growth, based on different possible trajectories.
The graph below shows the projections for low (blue – 1%), medium (green – 2%), and high (red – 3%) growth. The black line shows our actual growth since 2015, approximately 4%. As of July 2022, we have close to 500 member households, with a significant number joining since the start of the pandemic two years ago.
At the outset, Havurah founding members observed that the population was missing an older sector. They were told they would need to ‘grow our own.' The next chart shows we have accomplished that as our population continues to age.
Compared with the age breakdown from our 2014 Long Range Plan, we saw an increase in the number of members in the 11-20 and 71-80 age ranges. We saw decreases in the percentage of our population in the 21-30, 41-50, and 51-60 age ranges.
Havurah members continue to be spread across the Portland metro area with a small number in other areas including Southwest Washington and non-metro areas of Oregon. This graph shows the breakdown of where we live – 55% on the east side of the Portland area, 40% on the west side, and the remaining 5% outside of the Portland area.
Mon, December 30 2024
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Upcoming Events
IP = In person only (normally at Havurah Shalom);
ZM = On Zoom/online only;
HYB = In person and online; and
ANN = In person at Havurah's Annex.
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Monday ,
DecDecember 30 , 2024
Monday, Dec 30th 6:00p to 7:30p
We hold monthly letter writing group Zoom gatherings to write letters to our lawmakers for Israel/Palestine justice. Questions? Email Dale Oller (member log-in required to access directory). Feel free to drop in any time! There’s no need to RSVP, but please do RSVP for the Dec. 30 letter-writing group if you need the Zoom login. Non-Havurah-members very welcome as well. -
Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 1 , 2025
Wednesday, Jan 1st 8:00a to 9:00a
For all who want a regular prayer practice and for people saying Kaddish. We meet both in person and streaming online in Zoom Room Aleph. All are welcome. Please email info@havurahshalom.org for join info. -
Saturday ,
JanJanuary 4 , 2025
Shabbat, Jan 4th 10:00a to 12:00p
One hour of text study with Diane Chaplin on special topics, followed by a brief service. Join us afterward for a light community brunch provided by the Lunches and Noshes Committee! Free childcare is provided. For Zoom information, please email info@havurhshalom.org. -
Sunday ,
JanJanuary 5 , 2025
Sunday, Jan 5th 11:00a to 1:00p
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Sunday ,
JanJanuary 5 , 2025
Sunday, Jan 5th 2:00p to 4:00p
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Sunday ,
JanJanuary 5 , 2025
Sunday, Jan 5th 7:00p to 8:15p
A gender-inclusive New Moon group, learning and celebrating each Rosh Ḥodesh with ancient and contemporary ritual. Open to any and all genders, inviting each to connect with our closest heavenly body, the Moon. An introductory meeting will happen on the full moon of Elul on Wednesday, Aug. 30 outdoors—weather permitting—in North Portland. Subsequent meetings will be on or near the new moon of each month either in person in North Portland or on Zoom, depending on seasonal shifts in the weather. Attend any or all sessions. RSVP to be updated on location and other details throughout the year. -
Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 7 , 2025
Tuesday, Jan 7th 5:00p to 6:00p
Join Havurah’s Climate Action Team (HCAT) for a discussion of Chapters 5, 6, and Epilogue from How Precious the Ground on Which We Stand: Jewish Values that Could Save the Earth by Rabbi Sheldon (Shelly) Lewis. Each chapter stands on its own; no worries if this will be your first time joining us. Please RSVP. All are welcome. Zoom info will be shared when you register. -
Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 7 , 2025
Tuesday, Jan 7th 6:30p to 7:45p
We will explore the dreams of our ancestors as a prelude to sharing and learning about our own dreams, using a facilitated process. Led by Adela Basayne. -
Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 7 , 2025
Tuesday, Jan 7th 7:00p to 9:00p
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Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 8 , 2025
Wednesday, Jan 8th 7:00p to 8:15p
(This class will now be starting on January 8.) Using an in-depth, word-by-word approach, we discover literal meaning(s), ancient layers of understanding, and our own personal interpretations that stem from the nuances of the Hebrew text. Basic Hebrew decoding skills necessary.
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