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Founded in 1962

Etz Chayim, a Conservative Synagogue

Etz Chayim, a Conservative synagogue founded in 1962, is located in the heart of Southeast Huntsville. With approximately 60 families, we welcome you to join us for services so that we can show off our Southern hospitality.


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Etz Chayim Religious Services

We hold services every Friday Evening at 7:00pm. During Rabbi Shabbatons Evening Services start at 7:30pm. Every fourth Saturday at 9:45am we hold a morning Torah Service along with a Children's Service.

Rabbi Listfield Shabbatons

Feb 08-10, Friday Erev Service at 7:30pm, Saturday Morning Torah Service at 9:45pm, followed by a Shabbat luncheon. Sunday Brunch at 9:45am followed by a Rabbi Discussion. Mar 06-08, Friday Erev Service at 7:30pm, Saturday Morning Torah Service at 9:45am, followedy by a Shabbat luncheon. Sunday Brunch at 9:45am followed by a Rabbi Discussion. Apr 17-19, Friday Erev Service at 7:30pm, Saturday Morning Torah Service at 9:45am, followedy by a Shabbat luncheon. Sunday Brunch at 9:45am followed by a Rabbi Discussion. May 14-16 Rabbi Listfield Shabbaton

Ritual Committee

Please note that Shabbat Morning Torah Services this Saturday, January 24 at 9:45am are on schedule. If there is a change due to bad weather please check this Ritual Committee Box for an update.

Etz Chayim Religious / Hebrew School



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Safety Committee

Schedules Police Protection for synagogue Provides safety building measures for a secure environment During services assigns video security checking of synagague inside and outside Meets monthly.

Communications Committee

Maintaining the Etz Chayim webpage. Produce weekly announcements, yahrzeits and recovery list typed and emailed to all service leaders. Assist committees publishing and marketing information to all members. Manages over the Etz Chayim public and members Facebook accounts, publish the Shofar Newsletter, and maintain and update the Etz Chayim Calendar. Maintain technically JFHNA Calendar Feed.

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We Stand With Israel

Israel is in our thoughts and prayers.

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Huntsville Conservative Synagogue

Welcoming Statement

Etz Chayim Conservative Synagogue instills inclusive yet traditional values. We operate within the framework of Conservative Judaism, rooted in the Torah and Halacha (Jewish law). We interpret these traditions in a way to foster growth and meaning for all congregants.


We welcome new and unaffiliated members of the community to join and participate fully and include families and individuals of all kinds, ensuring that every person is seen and feels valued. At Etz Chayim Conservative synagogue we offer prayer and learning opportunities for all, honoring Jewish diversity, and supporting interfaith families. We know synagogue life may be new to some and offer help by explaining prayers, giving translated prayer books, or having greeters assist guests.


Our goal is to Convey a warm, hospitable atmosphere where people feel comfortable and can connect with God and the community.


Please join us in services and programs,
and we encourage you to introduce yourselves so we can get to know you better.


"My house shall be called a house of prayer for all peoples"

(Isaiah 56:7)

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We welcome all Jews in the community who are interested in affiliating with a warm, accepting, dynamic congregation!
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Rabbi's Bio

Rabbi Stephen Listfield

Stephen Chaim Listfield was ordained as a rabbi in 1974 by the Jewish Theological Seminary. He was the class valedictorian. He is a graduate of Rutgers, phi beta kappa and magna cum laude.

Rabbi Listfield says that the greatest lesson he learned in his years of rabbinical leadership is that the more we love our fellow Jews, the more we love all of humanity. Love always starts at home but it spreads its wings infinitely.

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Etz Chayim Latest Events

January 09, Friday Shabbat we had Dinner with Rabbi Listfield at Rozza Pizza & Rella Gyro Restaurant. We had over 23 members of Etz Chayim enjoying giant pizzas and great Greek food. The talk and laughter did not end until it was time to leave for services at Etz Chayim. Thank you Lydia for picking out such a delightful restaurant. "Funs and Friends Committee" is a great success!

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A warm community that prays, learns, and celebrates together, and provides comfort in times of need.

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