Light the first Hanukkah candle the evening of December 12th Second Candle – December 13 Third Candle – December 14 Fourth Candle – December 15 Fifth Candle – December 16 Sixth Candle – December 17 Seventh Candle – December 18 Eighth Candle – December 19 The candles are placed in the menorah from right to left (just…
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Dear Fellow Congregants, As noted in my previous letter, Rabbi Spitz will be going on Sabbatical starting in October and we are busy planning. We anticipate a year of exciting teaching and learning. I want to take this opportunity to introduce the talented group of guest Rabbis that will fill in while he is on…
What is CBI Sisterhood and Why Should You Care? Since its inception 35 years ago, in 1982, Sisterhood has supported the CBI community. Whether it was running the synagogue kitchen, catering Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, or providing a welcome religious home for congregants old and new, Sisterhood has been there for all of us. …
Our Rabbinic Intern Ariel Sholklapper’s ordination will take place Monday, May 22 at 7:30pm at the AJU. We thank Ariel for two years of being our Rabbinic Intern. He has brought much teaching to us and we are all grateful. If you would like to attend Ariel’s ordination click here for details and to RSVP.
My friends, This week’s Torah reading describes the Sabbatical year, offering rejuvenation akin to the Sabbath day. Every seventh year, the Bible commands, the land is to lie fallow (Leviticus 25:2-7; 26:34-35; Exodus 23:10-12). Both the farmer and the land itself would rest. In that light, this coming year is a shared opportunity for renewal…
Register online at this LINK An Israel Travel Adventure Join us at Congregation B’nai Israel on Thursday, November 10th at 8pm to learn more about this exciting opportunity! Touching the Spirit & Soul of Israel October 15 – 27, 2017 Co-Sponsored by: Community Scholar Program, Congregation B’nai Israel, Temple Beth El…
CAMP B’NAI RUACH CELEBRATES 20 YEARS OF PROVIDING CHILDREN A FUN, SAFE AND JEWISH SUMMER EXPERIENCE This summer will mark the 20th anniversary of Congregation B’nai Israel’s summer day camp, Camp B’nai Ruach. Located in Tustin, California, Camp B’nai Ruach provides children grades K – 9 a summer experience filled with exciting activities, programs and…
On January 29nd Rabbi Spitz led a discussion focusing on the experiences of interfaith families, and how Jewish traditions and celebrations can further enrich their lives. Parents and grandparents participated in the discussion, and childcare was offered for young children. Former CBI Child Development Center Director Lisa Heller has volunteered to continue the discussion with more Sunday morning…
The world is dealing with an enormous refugee crisis. Guided by Jewish values and history, the Hebrew Immigration Aid Society (HIAS) has been helping refugees for over 130 years. CBI has signed on to HIAS’ Welcome Campaign in support of local and global refugees. We plan to offer ways to take action and become involved…