Or Haneshamah – Light of the Spirit – is Ottawa’s Reconstructionist Community, egalitarian and inclusive, welcoming anyone looking for an authentic relationship with Judaism from a place of questioning, or seeking to belong or “return” to Jewish connection and spirituality. Rabbi Elizabeth Bolton is our dynamic spiritual leader serving as rabbi and cantor. We provide creative learning for adults, children and youth. Our community thrives with the intentional commitment of members' time towards ritual events, community activities and leadership, each of us according to our abilities and means.