WELCOME TO LAKE NORMAN'S HOME FOR REFORM JUDIASM
Kol Tikvah is a place where Jewish tradition meets curiosity, and where everyone has a voice in shaping what it means to live Jewishly today.
We believe Judaism offers more than rituals—it's a path to meaning, a framework for justice, and a foundation for belonging. And it’s best lived in community.
Here, we celebrate, reflect, learn, and grow—together. With joy, intention, and with a shared responsibility for one another and the world around us.
Our Vision:
Connect and engage our community through Judaism—purposefully, creatively, and wholeheartedly
Exploring the Modern Jewish
Experience—Together
Our Mission:
We challenge ourselves to create more meaning and value in our community—and that starts by reimagining everything that a Reform Jewish community can be and its role in 21st century life.
Our Values
At Kol Tikvah, our values guide how we show up—for ourselves, for each other, and for the world we’re helping to shape.
Humility & Respect
Open Mind & Heart
Every path is honored.
We are all works in progress—growing, learning, and discovering what it means to live Jewishly. We meet one another with empathy, honoring every pace and path.
Rooted, yet evolving.
We embrace change with purpose, listen without judgement, and welcome ideas that help us grow, connect, and build something meaningful—together.
Gratitude & Giving
Voice of hope in action.
We show up for each other and the world with generosity of spirit. With your hands, hearts, and voices, we lift others up and make a difference.
Our Strategic Pillars
Our six priority areas for building a more connected and engaged community.
OPENMINDED
We dive into new expressions of Jewish life with curiosity and courage. From soulful music to innovative programming, we honor tradition while boldly boldly shaping our future.
SPIRITUALITY
We live Judaism as more than rituals—it’s a way of life. It’s how we carry the wisdom of past generations into the world we’re shaping today—bringing spirituality into everyday life, wherever we are.
KNOWLEDGE
We nurture Jewish identity through dynamic learning, open dialogue, and cultural exploration. Knowledge here is alive—connecting our heritage and culture to how we live today.
BELONGING
We cultivate meaningful connection and make space for every path and personal story Creating a community where you feel seen, valued, and truly at home—rooted in shared values and mutual respect.
SUPPORTING
We show up for each other—with compassion and intention. As we grow, we're building stronger systems of outreach, so no one feels alone in life's highs and lows.
INSPIRING
We celebrate through music, storytelling, and joy. It’s at the heart of how we elevate each experience—and make Judaism feel meaningful and personal.