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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 ,
DecDecember 13 , 2025A Look at Childhood Over Time and Cultures with Dr. Rosalind Atkins
Shabbat, Dec 13th 1:00p to 2:00p
While children are a relatively unchanging fact of life, childhood is a constantly shifting concept. Child Psychologist, Roz Atkins views historical perspectives on childhood and reflects on the extent to which theories and practices are universal or based in particular times and cultures. -
Sunday ,
DecDecember 14 , 2025Explore the Jewish Theological Seminary’s Special Collections at the Grolier Club
Sunday, Dec 14th (All day)
Join us on a trip to New York City to view highlights of the JTS’s world class Special Collections, now on exhibit at the Grolier Club. The JTS collection is the largest collection of Hebrew manuscripts on earth, including fragments of the Cairo Genizah, medieval illuminated haggadot for Passover, and much more. We will tour the exhibit with JTS librarian, Dr. David Kraemer, followed by lunch at the Second Avenue Deli. There is no charge for the event. Participants will buy their own train tickets and lunch. -
Monday ,
DecDecember 15 , 2025The Madwoman in the Rabbi’s Attic Book Study with Rabbi Rona Shapiro
Monday, Dec 15th 7:30p to 9:00p
Using Gila Fine’s award-winning book, The Madwoman in the Rabbi’s Attic, we will study the talmudic passages about the six named women in the Talmud. This will give us the opportunity to learn some Talmud together, to think more about the role of women in the Talmud, and to dig into Fine’s work more deeply. Everyone is welcome. No experience necessary. Free for members; non-members $100. -
Friday ,
DecDecember 19 , 2025Hanukah Party and Shabbat Dinner presented by CBJ Cooks
Friday, Dec 19th 5:30p to 8:30p
Hanukah Party and Shabbat Dinner wit the Bima Band presented by CBJ Cooks -
Monday ,
DecDecember 29 , 2025CBJ Teens and CBJ Kids Day trip to NYC
Monday, Dec 29th (All day)
Sites include Anne Frank exhibition and Museum of Jewish Heritage. Ages 10 and up welcome. More details to follow.
Sat, December 13 2025
23 Kislev 5786
Today's Calendar
| Shabbat Mevarchim |
| Bread & Torah : 9:00am |
| Shabbat Service : 10:00am |
| Kiddush : 12:00pm |
| A Look at Childhood Over Time and Cultures with Dr. Rosalind Atkins : 1:00pm |
| Havdalah : 5:13pm |
This week's Torah portion is Parshat Vayeshev
Candle Lighting
| Shabbat, Dec 13, 4:05pm |
Havdalah
| Motzei Shabbat, Dec 13, 5:13pm |
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Saturday ,
DecDecember 13 , 2025A Look at Childhood Over Time and Cultures with Dr. Rosalind Atkins
Shabbat, Dec 13th 1:00p to 2:00p
While children are a relatively unchanging fact of life, childhood is a constantly shifting concept. Child Psychologist, Roz Atkins views historical perspectives on childhood and reflects on the extent to which theories and practices are universal or based in particular times and cultures. -
Sunday ,
DecDecember 14 , 2025Explore the Jewish Theological Seminary’s Special Collections at the Grolier Club
Sunday, Dec 14th (All day)
Join us on a trip to New York City to view highlights of the JTS’s world class Special Collections, now on exhibit at the Grolier Club. The JTS collection is the largest collection of Hebrew manuscripts on earth, including fragments of the Cairo Genizah, medieval illuminated haggadot for Passover, and much more. We will tour the exhibit with JTS librarian, Dr. David Kraemer, followed by lunch at the Second Avenue Deli. There is no charge for the event. Participants will buy their own train tickets and lunch. -
Monday ,
DecDecember 15 , 2025The Madwoman in the Rabbi’s Attic Book Study with Rabbi Rona Shapiro
Monday, Dec 15th 7:30p to 9:00p
Using Gila Fine’s award-winning book, The Madwoman in the Rabbi’s Attic, we will study the talmudic passages about the six named women in the Talmud. This will give us the opportunity to learn some Talmud together, to think more about the role of women in the Talmud, and to dig into Fine’s work more deeply. Everyone is welcome. No experience necessary. Free for members; non-members $100. -
Friday ,
DecDecember 19 , 2025Hanukah Party and Shabbat Dinner presented by CBJ Cooks
Friday, Dec 19th 5:30p to 8:30p
Hanukah Party and Shabbat Dinner wit the Bima Band presented by CBJ Cooks -
Monday ,
DecDecember 29 , 2025CBJ Teens and CBJ Kids Day trip to NYC
Monday, Dec 29th (All day)
Sites include Anne Frank exhibition and Museum of Jewish Heritage. Ages 10 and up welcome. More details to follow. -
Tuesday ,
DecDecember 30 , 2025CBJ Teens: Film & Discussion of "October 8th"
Tuesday, Dec 30th 7:30p to 9:30p
CBJ Teens and CBJ College Students will be watching and discussing the film "October 8th" location TBD. This is a documentary about the emergence of anti-Semitism on college campuses, in social media, and the streets since October 7, 2023 when Hamas attacked Israel.
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