Join us on Friday night as we light candles and welcome Shabbat with prayer and song. Let go of the week, breathe in the "extra soul" that Shabbat brings, and let poetry and melody begin to replenish heart and soul.
Join us on Shabbat morning as we celebrate Shabbat with prayer, song, and poetry. We'll hear some words of Torah (and some words about Torah) as we bask in Shabbat's sweetness. Our spiritual tools include traditional liturgy, contemporary poetry, chant, and song… as well as the spectacular views from our sanctuary, which connect us with […]
☆ We are requesting a minyan to be present for this service, so please plan on joining us in-person or online if at all possible — thank you. Join us on Friday night as we light candles and welcome Shabbat with prayer and song. Let go of the week, breathe in the "extra soul" that Shabbat […]
Please note that we will not be holding regular Shabbat morning service at CBI this weekend. However, we invite you to attend our multi-access Selichot (“Forgiveness”) Service on Saturday, September 28 at 8pm and our annual Service of Remembrance at the Beth Israel Cemetery (in-person only) on Sunday, September 29 at 2pm.
☆ To join us IN-PERSON, please click on the blue “Going” button on this page to RSVP. (left side on desktop; bottom on mobile) ☆ To join us ONLINE, please click here to register via Zoom. Please join us for our annual Selichot service, led by Rabbi Rachel Barenblat. All are welcome! Those who wish to attend onsite must RSVP […]
We invite you to our annual Service of Remembrance at the Beth Israel Cemetery (512 Walker Street in Clarksburg, MA). Whether or not your loved ones are buried in this cemetery, please join us for a short outdoor mincha (afternoon) service with opportunities for reflective prayer and memory. Please bring your own folding / camp […]
☆ To join us IN-PERSON, please click on the blue “Going” button on this page to RSVP. (left side on desktop; bottom on mobile) ☆ To join us ONLINE, please click here to register via Zoom. Please join us for our annual Erev Rosh Hashanah service, co-led by Rabbi Rachel Barenblat and CBI member & […]
☆ To join us IN-PERSON, please click on the blue “Going” button on this page to RSVP. (left side on desktop; bottom on mobile) ☆ To join us ONLINE, please click here to register via Zoom. Please join us for our annual Rosh Hashanah I morning service, co-led by Rabbi Rachel Barenblat and CBI member […]
Celebrate the New Year with story, prayer, movement, and music with Jewish families and an incredible view. We'll enjoy a locally catered lunch and walk to a nearby stream for tashlich. Located at a private home in Shaftsbury, VT. For more information, please contact [email protected]. This event is a partnership between Congregation Beth Israel & […]
☆ To join us IN-PERSON, please click on the blue “Going” button on this page to RSVP. (left side on desktop; bottom on mobile) ☆ To join us ONLINE, please click here to register via Zoom. Please join us for our annual Rosh Hashanah II morning service, co-led by Rabbi Rachel Barenblat and CBI member […]
The high holiday season can feel full of words and liturgy — this Shabbat aims to balance that with holy quiet. This year we'll return to our deepest selves with a gentle contemplative service featuring minimal liturgy, ample time to let our melodies soak in, and periods of holy silence to "seal" each chant. Mourner's Kaddish will be recited in full.
