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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.

 

Upcoming Events

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  • Saturday ,
    JanJanuary  31 , 2026
    Shabbat Walk
    Shabbat, Jan 31st 8:30a to 10:00a
    Join Rabbi Shapiro at Woodbridge Town Center for a prayerful walk in the woods, blending nature, reflection, and community connection. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Weather Permitting. Please refer to our website and weekly emails for most up to date information.

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  • Friday ,
    FebFebruary  6 , 2026
    CBJ Kids Shabbat Service + Dessert
    Friday, Feb 6th 5:30p to 8:30p

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  • Sunday ,
    FebFebruary  8 , 2026
    CBJ Kids + CBJ Teens Challah Braiding
    Sunday, Feb 8th 12:00p to 2:00p
    Join us after Religious School for challah braiding and lunch.

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  • Saturday ,
    FebFebruary  21 , 2026
    Visited Mom Today: Conversations Through the Lens of Alzheimer's and Dementia with John D. Scully
    Shabbat, Feb 21st 1:00p to 3:00p
    In his new book, Visited Mom Today: Conversations through the Lens of Alzheimer's and Dementia, John D. Scully reflects on his experiences caring for his mother while also working as an end-of-life doula with people living with dementia. Through honest storytelling, gentle insight, and moments of unexpected humor, Scully explores connection, caregiving, and presence in the face of memory loss. This discussion offers a compassionate and human look at dementia, illuminating both its challenges and the deep relationships that remain.

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  • Sunday ,
    FebFebruary  22 , 2026
    Purim Treats From the Mizrachi Tradition: A Baghdadi Family’s Recipes
    Sunday, Feb 22nd 10:00a to 12:00p
    Congregant Sami Merit will lead us in a hands-on session, teaching participants to bake traditional Jewish Iraqi Purim treats in the CBJ kitchen. 15 participants maximum; registration required.
    Register Now

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