Beth Shalom Synagogue, or House of Peace, is located on North Trenholm Road. This Synagogue is home to over 350 jewish families.

A Jewish community consisting of German Settlers practiced Judaism in a synagogue that was later burned down by Sherman's troops near the end of the Civil War. In 1907, they gathered to practice Judaism in a small house on the corner of Lady and Park streets.

On April 28, 1955, the congregation approved the purchase of the synagogue's current location.

The new building was dedicated on January 12, 1980.

Ephraim Rubinger, the rabbi of Beth Shalom, involves the congregation in many ways. Sometimes families or students from the Hebrew School will lead a service. Every Saturday morning a service is held. The rabbi or possibly one of the congregation will read the Torah , the Hebrew Scripture, or the first five books of the Christian Old Testament.

After the service, the congregation heads over to the nearby social hall for a Kiddush luncheon.

The religious school of Beth Shalom includes kindergarten through high school level students. They meet up to three times a week to further their understanding of their religion. The students are taught how to perform each service as well as the background of the service. Students may enter the Madregot program which awards students with a different color kippot or skull cap each signifying the mastery of Friday evening service. The Keter Program allows students to earn credits towards a youth program in Israel by serving as junior congregation leaders, assistant teachers, and mentors to younger students.

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