Beth Shalom of Whittier is an egalitarian synagogue rooted in progressive Conservative Judaism, known for a modern, dynamic, and welcoming congregational culture. Founded through the unification of local Jewish community groups in 1947, the congregation has sustained Jewish communal life in Whittier through adaptability, shared purpose, and a strong commitment to inclusion. Beth Shalom continues to support religious life through its spiritual leadership and part-time rabbi, while also participating in local interfaith, charitable, and civic efforts that serve the broader Whittier community.