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Welcome to Congregation B'nai Jacob
Congregation B'nai Jacob is a vibrant Conservative synagogue committed to the full expression of Jewish life for all its members and families. B'nai Jacob is located in Woodbridge, Connecticut, five miles from Yale University, Our members come from all over the Greater New Haven Community.
If you are interested in exploring your Judaism more deeply, connecting to others who are on the same journey, and enriching your spiritual life, then Congregation B'nai Jacob is the place for you. We offer meaningful and lively Shabbat and holiday services; numerous educational programs for children, adults, and families; a rich array of social programming; and opportunities to connect to one another.
At Congregation B'nai Jacob, we take security very seriously. Thanks to multiple grants, we are investing significantly in enhancing safety measures at our synagogue. While our specific security protocols are confidential, please know that your safety is our utmost priority. If you have any questions or concerns about your safety at Congregation B'nai Jacob, please feel free to reach out to us directly.
Wed, August 27 2025
3 Elul 5785
Today's Calendar
Morning Minyan : 7:45am |
Evening Minyan on Zoom : 6:00pm |
This week's Torah portion is Parshat Shoftim
Shabbat, Aug 30 |
Candle Lighting
Friday, Aug 29, 7:12pm |
Havdalah
Motzei Shabbat, Aug 30, 8:19pm |
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Friday ,
SepSeptember 5 , 2025
Friday, Sep 5th 5:30p to 9:00p
Join us for a delightful evening of food, friends, and fun. We'll start with a BBQ and enjoy an outdoor Kabbalat Shabbat. We look forward to gathering together for this special occasion. -
Tuesday ,
SepSeptember 9 , 2025
Tuesday, Sep 9th 7:30p to 9:00p
The Shomer Collective will present a workshop on ethical wills, a 3500-year-old Jewish tradition, through which we can share our legacy with future generations. -
Saturday ,
SepSeptember 13 , 2025
Shabbat, Sep 13th 7:45p to 11:00p
Join us for the film and for the moving Selcihot service which serves as a prelude to the holiday season. -
Monday ,
SepSeptember 22 , 2025
Monday, Sep 22nd 5:00p to 7:00p
Apples & Honey w/ Rabbi & Cantor -
Sunday ,
SepSeptember 28 , 2025
Sunday, Sep 28th 1:00p to 2:00p
Held at B’nai Jacob Memorial Park, Wintergreen Avenue -
Thursday ,
OctOctober 2 , 2025
Thursday, Oct 2nd 7:15p to 9:00p
After spending a long and meaningful holiday together, it will be nice to join together to close out the holiday in food and fellowship. Immediately after the Shofar sounds. The meal will be free of charge but reservations are required so that we can order the right amount of food. Please RSVP by September 19th.