Congregation Beth El's Community Covenant KAVOD (Respect)

KINDNESS and EMPATHY

We treat each other with lovingkindness, honoring the principle of  Tzelem Elohim, that we are all created in the Divine Image. 

APPROACH WITH CURIOSITY

We approach each other with respectful curiosity, listening to  and learning from people with ideas different from our own. 

VALUE DIVERSE POINTS OF VIEW

We value community that includes a wide range of  perspectives, practices, experiences, and backgrounds. 

OPEN TO EACH OTHER

We are open to engaging with each other as part of our  commitment to contributing to the life of our community.

DIALOGUE WITH RESPECT

We speak to and about each other with respect, as we would like  to be respected for who we are and what we bring to our community.