Congregation Shaarei Kodesh

Congregation Shaarei Kodesh A multi-generational, warm, and fun Conservative synagogue in West Boca Raton. You may come as a stranger, but you'll leave as a friend. We make people count.

Some places count people. Congregation Shaarei Kodesh is a multi-generational, fully egalitarian, synagogue affiliated with The United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism. Founded in May 2004 by a group of energetic families who were looking to create a more intimate synagogue experience, Shaarei Kodesh began meeting in peoples’ homes. After several months and growing attendance, it became apparent

that a larger space was needed, so we moved our services to the campus of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County. In 2008, Congregation Shaarei Kodesh took our next big step and merged with Congregation Beth Tikvah. We are now housed at 19785 Hampton Drive in West Boca Raton. In July of 2009, Shaarei Kodesh welcomed our full time Rabbi, Rabbi David Baum. Together with his wife, Alissa and sons, Avi and Harrison and daughter Layla, we are fortunate to have them as part of the Shaarei Kodesh family.

09/04/2026

At Shaarei Kodesh, we value welcoming guests above all else. As one of our founders said, 'You come here as a stranger, but you leave here as a friend.' That's why we call everyone 'chaverim'—friends or partners.

Please note - no Friday night services tonight but please join us tomorrow morning at 9:30 am for Shabbat morning servic...
09/04/2026

Please note - no Friday night services tonight but please join us tomorrow morning at 9:30 am for Shabbat morning services.

09/04/2026

How do we welcome guests, a core Jewish obligation, without compromising community safety? Exploring the balance between openness and protection.

09/04/2026

We need strong defenses, but never so strong that we can't hear the person on the other side. Our challenge is to be careful without being cruel, to protect ourselves without becoming closed off. Let's build a community that secures life within while remaining open to welcome others.

08/28/2026

Rabbi Baum reflects on 17 years in the rabbinate at Shaarei Kodesh, sharing a personal story of initial naivety and the stark reality of modern synagogue safety. The message delves into the biblical obligation to protect, contrasting it with the danger of becoming insular. How do we guard our communities without closing our hearts?

Happy birthday Rabbi David Baum! Your CSK mishpachah wishes you a wonderful day and an amazing year! Ahd 120!!!! 🎉🎂🎊
08/25/2026

Happy birthday Rabbi David Baum! Your CSK mishpachah wishes you a wonderful day and an amazing year! Ahd 120!!!! 🎉🎂🎊

08/19/2026

From family dynamics (a scene from My Big Fat Greek Wedding) to ancient texts, we explore the complex imagery of God as king. Discover how different interpretations of 'king' in the High Holidays and Parsha Shoftim reveal a God who is both powerful and personal, inspecting and rescuing.

08/13/2026

So glad to be back with our Shaarei Kodesh community after my summer sabbatical. This Rosh Chodesh Elul, a special time for reflection on relationships with God and each other, reminds us of the King in the field, accessible to all. Join us this Shabbat for services, celebrating our return and 20th anniversary.

Rabbi David Baum and Alissa Baum spent the summer with our Congregation Shaarei Kodesh campers at Camp Ramah Darom. They...
07/26/2026

Rabbi David Baum and Alissa Baum spent the summer with our Congregation Shaarei Kodesh campers at Camp Ramah Darom. They shared a delicious Oneg yesterday welcoming our USYers from Congregation Shaarei Kodesh and our sister synagogue in town, B'nai Torah Congregation - Boca Raton.

We are so proud of our campers and staff who had a meaningful summer at their home away from home.

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19785-1 Hampton Drive
Boca Raton, FL
33434

Telephone

+15618526555

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