B'nai Israel Congregation

A new year and a new tractate of Talmud! Join us to study Tractate Berakhot which includes a comprehensive discussion of the Shema and Amidah, the essential components of the prayer service. Newcomers are more than welcome to join us. No prior knowledge is necessary.

Featuring our favorite Scotsman, John Garrett; our fabulous Men’s Club food committee and the Grill Guys; and the Glenfiddich line of scotch.

(continuing for two more weeks on 5/3 and 5/10) Israel’s borders with Lebanon and Syria are an area crucial to Israel’s survival. This series of three classes focuses on the history, people, and future of this area. Covering the establishment of the first settlements, kibbutzim and stresses created by development towns populated by Jewish refugees from Arab lands, we will also focus on war, terrorism, the nightmare rise of Hezbollah, and prospects for the future. Cliff Sobin is a writer with a special interest in Israeli history. He is presently working on a book regarding the confrontation between Hezbollah and Israel and has already published two books about Israel. Cliff also has provided philanthropic assistance to Kibbutz Hanita, situated along Israel’s border with Lebanon, enhancing the lives of children with disabilities living there.

The Paris Library by Jane Skeslien Charles Based on the true World War II story of the heroic librarians at the American Library in Paris, this is an unforgettable story of romance, friendship, family, and the power of literature to bring us together.

Practice your Hebrew reading of prayer and text with our Shlicha Netta Asner-Minster. This is designed for those who want to strengthen their Hebrew reading and familiarity with prayers. Recommended to bring and use the Sim Shalom prayerbook for Shabbat and Festivals. Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/404382516

Rachel Lanman, a program coordinator at the JCA's Heyman Interages Center, will share the power and importance of intergenerational connections and how they make a positive impact on everyone involved. The Interages Center has connected youth and older adults for over 30 years through tutoring, mentoring, book clubs, discussion groups, pen pal programs and more. She will share how people of all ages can feel supported, give back to their community, and develop meaningful intergenerational relationships.

Join us at Lakewood Country Club for a mens-only program featuring nosh, drinks, and topical discussion led by one of our clergy.

Now offered almost every week, Family Minyan includes spirited prayer, an engaging Torah reading, and lively conversation about the weekly Torah portion. This service is organized by our shlicha, Netta Asner-Minster, who leads it alongside Rabbi Mitchell Berkowitz, and Moshe Ben-Lev, Educational Director.