Congregation B'nai Jacob

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.

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13 Tishrei 5785

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Morning Minyan

: 7:45am

Evening Minyan on Zoom

: 6:00pm

Candle Lighting

Wednesday, Oct 16, 5:50pm

Havdalah

Motzei Shabbat, Oct 19, 6:54pm

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Friday ,
OctOctober 18 , 2024

Sukkot Supper Under the Stars
Friday, Oct 18th 6:00p to 9:00p
Join us for a festive evening in the sukkah as we welcome our new members and celebrate the joyous holiday of Sukkot! Dinner: 6:00 PM in the sukkah Services: 7:00–7:45 PM in the chapel Dessert: Following services
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Saturday ,
OctOctober 19 , 2024

SUKKAH HOP
Shabbat, Oct 19th 6:45p to 10:00p
oin us on the Sukkah Express for the 2024 CBJ Sukkah Hop! Board the bus at 7:00 PM and return to B'nai Jacob by 10:00 PM after hopping to 3 beautiful Sukkot, where we’ll enjoy "signature" drinks and a light repast. Adults only. Cost: $18 per person
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Tuesday ,
OctOctober 22 , 2024

Lunch with Rabbi Shapiro in the CBJ Sukkah
Tuesday, Oct 22nd 12:00p to 1:30p
As we approach the Hebrew anniversary of the October 7 massacre, we are hosting a luncheon with the rabbi in the sukkah. She will lead a short ritual followed by a guided discussion about October 7 and its aftermath and how we are feeling/coping. Please bring your own lunch! We will provide beverages and dessert.
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Friday ,
OctOctober 25 , 2024

Simchat Torah
Friday, Oct 25th 9:30a to 11:00a
Join us as we celebrate Simchat Torah with honorees Judy Cooper and Abby Silber. Kiddush generously sponsored by Kinneret Chiel and Dena Springer.
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Saturday ,
OctOctober 26 , 2024

The Leadership Void in the American Constitution with Stephen Skowronek
Shabbat, Oct 26th 1:00p to 2:30p
Join CBJ member and esteemed political science scholar Stephen Skowronek as we step back from the heat of the election campaign to reconsider some fundamentals. He will discuss the framers' lack of a clear conception of political leadership and how this has led to improvisations in presidential leadership, potentially threatening constitutional governance.
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Tue, October 15 2024 13 Tishrei 5785

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