Visiting us
A first visit is mostly practical questions. Here is what we can tell you plainly, and the quickest way to get the rest answered.
Getting here
Saturdays at 10 a.m.
1002 Sayles Blvd, Abilene, TX 79605Children
This congregation began with four families, and its members run, in their own words, from the young to the elderly.
Whether anything is arranged specifically for children on a given שַׁבָּת Shabbat is worth asking beforehand, so that you know what to expect rather than find out at the door.
Hebrew words
Our members include people of Jewish heritage and people entirely new to תּוֹרָה Torah. Nobody here started from the same place.
Every Hebrew word used on this site is listed in one place with its meaning, which is where to look up a word you heard on Saturday and want to keep.
Watching first
There is no obligation to walk in cold. Our services are livestreamed, and the link is on the Shabbat page beside the meeting time.
The things worth asking
Some questions deserve an answer from a person rather than a web page: what people tend to wear, whether a head covering or a טַלִּית Tallit is expected, whether to bring food for עֹנֶג Oneg, where to park, how long the morning runs, how much of the service is in Hebrew, whether anything is arranged for children, and what the building is like to get into if steps are difficult.
The quickest way to a certain answer is to ask, and no question about a first visit is too small to send.
Questions people ask
When and where do you meet?
We meet each Shabbat, Saturday, beginning at 10 a.m., at 1002 Sayles Blvd, Abilene, Texas.
Our services are also livestreamed, so you are welcome to join from anywhere.
What happens at a service?
We use liturgy from a Jewish Siddur, while bringing in our belief that Yeshua is the promised Messiah. There are blessings, song, and time given to the reading of Torah.
Afterwards we share a time of fellowship and food known as Oneg, which means delight. You are welcome to stay.
Do I need to be Jewish to come?
No. Our membership includes people of Jewish heritage and people entirely new to the teachings of Torah, across every age group and background.
Our aim is to share this message with people of all backgrounds, cultures and beliefs.
What do you believe about Torah and Messiah?
That they are not a choice between two things.
Our vision is to change the perception of Torah as a burden, and to show that Torah is a source of guidance and wisdom rather than a weight. We believe Torah and Messiah coexist and complete one another in the life of a believer.
What is Oneg?
Oneg means delight. It is the time of fellowship and food we share after the service.
Can I watch online instead of visiting?
Yes. We livestream our services, and past teachings are kept here on the site so you can watch at any time.
Many people begin by watching, and there is no expectation that you visit before you are ready.
