Community Programs
PJTC is a vibrant, inclusive and intergenerational community, with programs designed to promote Jewish values in our homes, our lives, the community, and the world. We welcome all who come through our doors seeking opportunities to engage with us, put their time behind causes that matter, and create that special feeling of friendship and connectedness. Our members are always encouraged to work with us to build programs that represent new interests and segments of our congregation.
We understand that our community is built from a wide array of life stages, levels of religious practice, interests, etc. To this end, we currently have developed the following community program assortment:
Youth Programs | Community Giving | Caring Community Program | Sisterhood | Men’s Club | Social Justice Committee | Adult Education Committee | Israel Film Club | Interfaith Study Group | Social Halls | HAZAK | Center Activities | Our “Village”
YOUTH PROGRAMS – In addition to our educational programs, we have curated youth programs that build friendship, self-esteem, leadership skills, and a sense of belonging in our children. With a rich, engaging offering of social, Jewish and volunteering activities, and opportunities to attend regional and international events, PJTC youth find purpose and friendship within our community. Our award-winning chapter of United Synagogue Youth (USY) caters to our 7th through 12th grade members, while its counterpart Kadima is open to 4th through 6th graders. We are also beginning a pilot year of Machar for children in TK through 2nd grades. If you have questions about our youth programming or have a child in TK-12th grade and want to stay informed on our youth group events, contact Emily Fischer at emily@pjtc.net.
COMMUNITY GIVING – Our community thrives on giving of ourselves and there is a plethora of ways to volunteer: assisting in the PJTC office, acting as a Shabbat Greeter, delivering meals and prayer books, hosting an oneg or kiddush lunch, collecting food and toiletries for non-profit programs, lending a hand to Sisterhood's Caring Community efforts, and more. Click to learn more about volunteering and ways to give back to our community at PJTC.
PASTORAL CARE – It is our mission at PJTC to enhance and nurture the spirit of community within our congregation by addressing the emotional and/or special needs of all our congregants. Every member is invited to help support and comfort those in need within our congregation.
SISTERHOOD – PJTC’s Sisterhood is a community of women joined to do more than each could do alone. This group of friends and doers supports our congregation and strives to make our community and world a better place. If you are not already a member of Sisterhood, they invite you to join. To learn more, click here.
MEN’S CLUB – PJTC’s Men’s Club is a fellowship and service group dedicated to enriching our temple community, supporting our Jewish youth, and fostering social connections and intellectual/spiritual growth for our community. Its membership is always open to newcomers, and they encourage you to visit their page for more information.
SOCIAL JUSTICE – The Social Justice Committee is a dedicated group of congregants who work, in accordance with PJTC’s mission, to educate about and engage our members to respond to societal conditions and contemporary issues that need our attention and support. Click here for more information about the Social Justice Committee, their mission and their programming, or sign up for their email list.
ADULT EDUCATION COMMITTEE – PJTC’s Adult Education Committee works toward the continued Jewish education of our membership, providing learning resources, making film screenings available, inviting guest speakers and coordinating panel discussions on relevant topics of interest to our community. Programming is showcased on our upcoming events page. You can learn more or join the committee in support of this effort with a quick email to the committee.
ISRAEL FILM CLUB – The members of the Israel Film Club are film-buffs and aficionados who curate a series of screenings and discussions of movies and documentaries for the PJTC community that improve our understanding and appreciation of Israel’s culture and history. Screenings are open to all, and fellow film-buffs in the PJTC congregation are welcome to join the club. Email for more information.
INTERFAITH STUDY GROUP – PJTC is part of the Interfaith Study Group, a joint effort by All Saints Church, the Islamic Center of Southern California, and PJTC to learn and appreciate the commonalities and differences between our religious faiths. To learn more or get involved, click here.
SOCIAL HALLS – When there is an important topic to discuss or the congregation simply feels the need to congregate, our leadership is here to set the stage for discussions and community time that matters. Members are periodically invited to informational, educational or discussion-fostering gatherings (in person and virtually), to keep our tight-knit community working as one. During this time of COVID-19 stay-at-home orders, we are holding weekly Social Halls to foster community. Members can access login information through our weekly congregational eblast or in their password protected member communications archive page.
HAZAK – HAZAK is a social group for people who are 55+, a community within the PJTC community that is primarily for fun and devoted to the interests of its members. Appropriately, HAZAK is an acronym for hokhma (wisdom) ziknah (maturity) and kadima (looking ahead). It can also mean strength. For this coming year, the committee planning programs for this group has announced some terrific events including outdoor movies on Katz Terrace, Shabbat dinners in member homes, going to plays at local theaters (Pasadena Playhouse, A Noise Within, and Sierra Madre Playhouse), visits to local museums with guided docent tours, game nights/days, nature walks at local gardens, hosting interesting speakers, attending concerts, etc. This is a group that fosters camaraderie and friendships through its many and varied educational, entertaining and spiritual opportunities.
CENTER ACTIVITIES – The “C” in PJTC stands for “Center” because we are so much more than a temple. PJTC is a place to gather, a source of entertainment, and a place to explore your special interests. We work with our members to create and foster meaningful and enjoyable programming. See our calendar of events for activities such as:
- Meditation
- Parent meet-ups & discussions
- Juggling club
- Basketball pick-up games
- CPR certification classes
- Cooking instruction
- Mah-Jong tournaments
- Book clubs
If you need any accommodation(s) when you arrive, or while you are at the PJTC campus, please call Theresa Breken at (626) 798-1161.
Our community extends beyond the walls of PJTC. Please take advantage of our affiliations with and resources of the below associated organizations.
B’nai Simcha Jewish Community Preschool
Located on PJTC’s campus, B’nai Simcha offers a warm and nurturing program and is the only Jewish preschool in the west San Gabriel Valley.
The Jewish Federation provides programs and services that support the needs of the Jewish community in its region and acts as the Jewish voice on issues that affect the greater Jewish community.
PJ Library sends free Jewish children’s books to families across the world every month.
The Jewish Federation’s summer camp for local youth and teens.
Bet Tzedek attorneys and advocates help people of all communities secure life’s necessities.
Tue, June 6 2023
17 Sivan 5783
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