Membership FAQs

100% of all membership dues go towards supporting your community.

As with most organizations, the majority of operating expenses are for staff – clergy who lead our services, teach our classes, and support each and every member through life’s ups and downs; teachers and educational staff who create opportunities for learning and growth for adults and children; the program team that creates meaningful, impactful experiences for us all; the communications team that ensures we all know about all the opportunities Romemu offers; the facilities team that keeps our old and frail facilities functional; the development and operations team that keeps everything running smoothly. We could not do what we do and have the impact we have in the lives of so many without our hardworking teams.

The next largest share of operating expenses is for our facilities. As old and in need of enhancements as they are, they are our home. We will soon be launching a capital campaign to create a home worthy of our community. We are doing what we can to keep building costs down and leveraging our space to raise income by renting out space to others.

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In order for membership dues alone to be enough to sustain Romemu, every member would need to pay $6,400. In a typical business model, this would be what we charge for membership and only those who could pay would be able to reap all the benefits of engaging with Romemu.

This is counter to our mission and our commitment to inclusivity. We do not turn anyone away, regardless of their financial situation. This is important for each member to ask themselves, ““Are the dues that I am paying an equitable share based on my income and my commitment to Romemu? Can I become a Sustainer, paying the full cost of my membership? Could I give at a higher end of the dues range for my current level?”

The Romemu membership year runs from July 1 – June 30 of each year. Each membership year includes member benefits for one cycle of High Holy Days.

When your membership is getting close to lapsing, we will send you a statement with the membership dues of your current membership level for the coming year. You view your balance and make dues payments  anytime by making a dues payment in our Membership Portal or use the Membership Renewal form to renew anytime.

When your membership is getting close to lapsing, we will send your a statement with the membership dues of your current membership level for the coming year. Ready to increase your commitment to Romemu with membership at a different level or need to reduce your financial commitment due to a change in your financial situation? You may use this form to select the membership pathway that is right for you or contact membership@romemu.org.

Yes! At Romemu, we are happy to welcome you into our community regardless of your family’s religious affiliations/identities.

Yes. In order to register a child in Seekers, the family must be Romemu members. Please note that Hebrew school registration fees are not included in membership fees.

Yes. Romemu members and friends receive special discounts and/or early registration for Romemu classes and events. Members also get exclusive access to our annual Community Gathering, annual Community Retreat and other members only events.

When you login to the Romemu member portal, you can:

• Complete all forms on our site without having to enter your name, phone, address, or email
• Bill some charges to your account for later payment (this option is only available on select forms. If available you will see this option when you go to submit payment)
• Update your household’s information
• Submit payment for your membership for another year or start a new one
• View the membership directory to connect with other members
• Edit your own membership directory listing
• Update information about yahrzeits you observe
• Enroll your child in Seekers Holistic Hebrew School
• Update your payment methods

How do I access the Membership Portal?

Go to https://romemu.shulcloud.com/

To access your account click the login dropdown at the top of the screen.

Need a password? Click “forgot password”: or email membership@romemu.org for assistance.

Only members who are logged into the Membership Portal can access the Membership Directory. Sharing your contact information here helps you connect with other members. Members can find each other’s photos, phone numbers, and emails to expand opportunities for connections beyond Romemu services and events. You are in control. You chose what information you want to share. The more members who opt into the Directory, the more useful it is for everyone.

Contact the Membership team at membership@romemu.org.

Romemu is committed to creating a safe space for all who come to pray, learn and connect in community.

To ensure the safety of the community, we hire security professionals to be present at all Romemu gatherings. We ask that the community share in the cost of this service.

If you have limited financial capacity that would prevent you from paying for a traditional membership package, please check out our Ez’rah (With Help) options. Romemu welcomes all regardless of economic circumstances.

Please reach out to membership@romemu.org.

Each new member is paired with an Ambassador, a Romemu member who will reach out to you and help you connect with other members and all that Romemu has to offer.

We have a wonderful new member orientation program designed to allow first-time members of Romemu to meet and form connections with other new members, our clergy, volunteer leadership, and the community at large. New Member Orientation is held several times throughout the year. All members who have joined since the previous Orientation will receive an invitation when the next one is scheduled. Can’t make the dates offered? No problem. If you are unable to make the first orientation after you join, we will send you an invitation to future sessions.

Access to High Holy Days are part of all membership levels.  Members have full access onsite and online. Friends will have options to engage with High Holy Day services online or to join onsite with discounted tickets.

All memberships expire on June 30.

To continue your membership at your current level, there will be no need to fill out any forms!

1. Every spring between Passover and Shavuot, we run our Annual Membership Drive. Renewing during the drive ensures your membership never expires and you maintain access to all membership benefits.
2. If you miss the drive, a charge for membership will be automatically added to your account each year.
3. You will receive a statement for the current dues for your membership pathway.
4. To continue your membership, you must either pay this amount through the Membership Portal OR complete the Membership Renewal form to select a different membership pathway and pay the dues associated with your new membership pathway.