Welcome to HaMakom
HaMakom Means “The Place”
It is one of God's names. Our mission is to be a community of loving-kindness, guided by Jewish principles. Our services are a renewal of traditional practices that weave prayer, learning, singing and community into a meaningful expression of Judaism.
We are a small, inclusive chavurah with great ruach. We welcome you to attend our Shabbat services, holiday celebrations, lectures, films and other activities. Consider a membership in our spirited community.
Shabbat Mornings
Join us for Torah study, Shabbat morning and Torah services with a spirited Torah discussion, followed by a Kiddush. Services are led by Rabbi Malka Drucker and Hazzan Cindy Freedman with the Torah discussion and Torah leyning by community members.
- In-depth Torah Study: 8:45 am with Rabbi Jack Shlachter (more info)
- Shabbat Service with chanting: 9:45 am with Rabbi Malka Drucker and Hazzan Cindy Freedman (more info)
- Torah Service with discussion: ~11 am with Rabbi Malka Drucker, Hazzan Cindy Freedman, Peter Hess, and community members (Torah portions)
- Kiddush and Oneg: ~12 to 12:30 pm with Rabbi Malka Drucker, Hazzan Cindy Freedman, and community members
Come for part or all of the service. Each of us has something unique to offer. Your presence and point of view are always appreciated and honored.
Our Onegs are community sponsored after every Shabbat service. Please bring a kosher vegetarian nosh to share!
If you're new to Santa Fe, see the Contact Us page for a map.
Other Services and Learning
HaMakom provides other services and Judaic study groups.
- Mid-week Service with chanting: Last Minchah service for 5772 on May 9th, Wednesday at 5:30 pm with Hazzan Cindy Freedman and Rabbi Malka Drucker (more info)
- High Holidays: A full range of High Holiday services from Selichot through Simcha Torah (5773 High Holiday Schedule, 5773 HHD Tickets)
- Kabbalat Shabbat with chanting: Between High Holidays and Pesach, occasional Kabbalat Shabbat service at 6 pm with potluck Oneg afterwards (more info)
- Other Holidays: All significant Jewish holidays throughout the year (Holiday Schedule)
Judaic Studies - Weekday Talmud Study: generally Thursdays at 8 am with Reb Leib (off site) (For the week of 5/14, Friday (5/18) at 9am more info)
Weekly Reader
The Weekly Reader is our electronic newsletter, which informs you about HaMakom happenings and Jewish New Mexico news and events. If interested, please subscribe.
Altar Ego
Rabbi Malka Drucker - April 24, 2012
Dear Ones,
We're having so much fun planning our fancy party June 10 at Bishops Lodge that if you're looking for an upbeat experience, I strongly invite you to join the gala committee that is a little like a party in itself.
Read the full letter.
Peace and Love, Rabbi Malka
Special Event: Power of Ten Gala
HaMakom’s Tenth Anniversary Gala
Sunday, June 10th at 5 pm
Bishop's Lodge Ranch Resort
HaMakom invites you, your family and friends to an celebratory evening of events led by Rabbi Malka Drucker, Hazzan Cindy Freedman, Deborah Avren (Board President), and Atma Wiseman (Immediate Past President).
To make reservations and to view more details about the event, see the Special Events page.
Other Activities
HaMakom has the following on-going activities:
- Board Meeting: Second Tuesdays at 5:30 pm (more info)
Arts and Education Programs - Book Club: Sunday mornings at 10:30 am (off site) every 5-6 weeks (current book)
- Continuing Education: Third Thursdays at 7 pm (next presentation)
- Jewish Film Festival: Sunday afternoons (off site) approximately once a month during the season (See information about the current film at the HaMakom Jewish Film Festival site.)
- Yiddishkeit Group: Last Sundays at 2 pm (currently on hiatus) (more info)
Community Outreach Activities - Chevra Kadisha: Serve with the Chevra Kadisha of Northern New Mexico. (more info)
- Food Drive: Donate food during High Holidays to alleviate hunger in Northern New Mexico. (more info)
- Hineni: Assist community members. (more info)
- Tutoring Project: Help students at Ramirez Thomas Elementary School. (more info)
To submit information about activities to the Weekly Reader, please send a message to Cindy Freedman (freeart611@yahoo.com).
