Temple Rodef Sholom

you pray he comes and now what who cares mashiach

My slime noah werp said dis place doo doo

An undiscovered treasure. Excellent Jewish services held in an architecturally astonishing synagogue building by a very friendly congregation. It made my Friday night a special one. I can't wait to go back. Who knew such a place existed in Waco, Texas?

I visited the temple, as previously coordinated, with the intention of learning more about the practice of Reform Judaism, and the following Friday service which I wanted to attend. As I was walking towards the entrance, a groundskeeper made eye contact with me and immediately spat onto the steps directly between the entrance door and me, which I pretended not to notice and continued into the building. I was met with the utmost skepticism and condescension from the leader I spoke with at the temple, regardless of my earnest effort to explore Judaism, and find a moderately progressive spiritual home within the community. I mentioned my spiritual agnosticism as well as background working as a full time Chaplain Assistant for two Rabbis in the Army and my proud membership at a Jewish Community Center. He conceded I could attend services, “for awhile” but not dressed how I was, yet his entire demeanor left little ambiguity about his feelings on the matter. I left feeling astonished.nnHowever, the receptionist was exceptionally friendly and made me feel welcome. The facility seemed like it’d be a nice place for a practicing member, too.

I was on a field trip 2 December 17, and walked by and read the historical marker; it’s very sad that such a place has fallen into such disrepair. I’m assuming that there’s a Torah Scroll housed there in with HaShem’s written in it and inside a very nice Ark; however, it’s building is in much MUCH disrepair.