A Spiritual Home
- Egalitarian Shabbat and holiday services
- High Holy Day services included for members
- Torah readings, honours and leadership
- Life-cycle support and officiation
Membership at Beth Zion
Belong tosomething meaningful.
Membership means more than paying dues. It means becoming part of a warm, inclusive and egalitarian Jewish community that celebrates, supports and grows together.
Why Join?
A community that shows up.
Membership gives you a spiritual home—and gives Beth Zion the strength to preserve an active Jewish presence for the next generation.
A Caring Community
- Pastoral care and community support
- Yahrzeit reminders and memorial opportunities
- Volunteer opportunities
- A place where you are known by name
Learning & Growth
- Adult education and Jewish learning
- Children and family programming as offered
- Holiday celebrations and events
- Intergenerational connection
A Jewish Future
- Maintain our historic synagogue
- Sustain Jewish presence in Durham Region
- Support inclusive, 2SLGBTQIA+-affirming programming
- Expand outreach and engagement
Membership Options
Find the place that fits.
Membership is designed to welcome people at different stages of life. Contact us for current dues and to confirm the category that best reflects your household.
Family Membership
For couples, households and families participating together.
Individual Membership
For one adult seeking worship, community and connection.
Senior Membership
For retirees and individuals living on a fixed income.
Young Adult Membership
For younger adults beginning to build their own Jewish community.
Financial Accessibility
Finances should never prevent belonging.
Confidential adjustments and installment arrangements are available. Every conversation is handled with discretion and respect.
Request a confidential conversation →Pay in fullComplete the year’s dues in one payment.
Arrange installmentsAsk us to establish a payment schedule.
Discuss an adjustmentSpeak privately with a board member about your circumstances.
Join or Renew
Start your membership request.
Complete the information below. Your request will be sent securely to the Beth Zion membership team. Payment is completed separately by e-transfer or cheque.
Your membership request could not be sent. Please review the form and try again, or email bethzionoshawa@hotmail.com.
Payment Options
Simple and accessible.
New and renewing members may pay by e-transfer or cheque. A receipt will be issued after payment is received.
Preferred Method
Pay by e-transfer
Send your transfer to:
bethzion@hotmail.com
Include your full name, the word “Membership” and the membership year in the message field. If the payment also includes a donation, identify the breakdown.
Alternative Method
Pay by cheque
Make the cheque payable to Beth Zion Congregation and mail or deliver it to:
Beth Zion Congregation144 King Street East
Oshawa, ON L1H 1B6
Include the membership year and the name or names covered by the payment.
Good to Know
Membership FAQs
Do I need to be Jewish to join?
We warmly welcome interfaith families and people exploring Jewish life. Contact us to discuss your circumstances and how you would like to participate.
Are High Holy Day services included?
Yes. High Holy Day services are included for members in good standing.
What if I cannot afford the full dues amount?
Confidential arrangements are available. Contact a board member or email bethzion@hotmail.com to discuss an adjustment or payment schedule.
Is Beth Zion affiliated with a movement?
Beth Zion is an independent, unaffiliated and egalitarian congregation serving Durham Region.
Can I participate in services?
Yes. People of every gender have equal opportunities to participate in ritual life, receive honours and take on leadership roles.
Do you offer B’nai Mitzvah preparation?
Yes. Members can receive support and guidance for B’nai Mitzvah and other life-cycle celebrations.
How do I renew my membership?
Use the membership request form above, select “Membership renewal,” and complete your payment by e-transfer or cheque.
Join Beth Zion
A Jewish community that knows your name.
Help sustain an inclusive, egalitarian Jewish presence in Durham Region—and become part of a community where you can worship, learn, celebrate and belong.
Prefer paper? Request a printable membership form.