- Congregation Beth El–Keser Israel
85 Harrison Street, New Haven, CT 06515-1724 | P: 203.389.2108 | office@beki.org
85 Harrison Street, New Haven, CT 06515-1724 | P: 203.389.2108 | office@beki.org
…ng in New Haven, Keith has the opportunity to explore the surrounding woods, lakes, and rivers, and he often takes his trusty digital camera with him on these excursions. His process incorporates a deep appreciation for the natural world, using his camera lens as the means to a stronger connection with what he sees in nature. He seeks to capture the ways in which abstract art mimics nature through shapes, colors, and patterns. Keith has found a su…
…12 Jun Drive-by Food Drive June 12, 2022 10:00 am – 11:00 am Home Page Interior Page BEKI will hold a food collection from 10 to 11 am on Sunday, June 12. This is Westville’s annual Giveaway Day (in which people put […] More Info…
…27 Jul Sanctuary Redesign: Accommodating the Needs of Those with Neurodiverse Needs (Zoom) July 27, 2022 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm Events Home Page Interior Page A Sanctuary for All: The Sanctuary Redesign Committee is dedicated to creating a welcoming and accessible space for all. We want your help in thinking […] More Info…
…kes on new meaning in times of crisis such as these: “‘Cause us to lie down, God, in peace, and raise us up again, our Sovereign, for life. Spread over us Your tabernacle of peace, And guide us with Your good counsel. Save us for Your name’s sake. Shield us from every enemy, plague, sword, famine, and sorrow. Remove the adversary from before and behind us. Shelter us in the shadow of Your wings, Guard our going out and our coming in, and grant us…
…y of people to lend a hand. And he was right. Not knowing Roberts Rules of Order, I’ve run meetings by Reinstein’s Rules of Informal Consensus. Whatever has been accomplished in the three years that it has been my very great privilege and joy to serve as president of this congregation, has been done because we have metaphorically been passing the Torah from hand to hand, sharing the challenges, obligations, burdens, and celebrations. Ze me-ze, fro…
…immigrants from entering the United States: Deeply rooted in our tradition, faith, and values, we are a people of immigrants. Throughout our history we often were the stranger in a strange land and were persecuted and attacked simply for being the other. As Jews, it is not only our religious values that speak to welcoming those who seek shelter and safety, but it is also a pillar of free, democratic nations. Our religious tradition repeatedly for…
…had in the royal palace.” “So he knows the king!” said the host to himself, and, seized with fear, he did not try to go through with his murderous scheme. Even so it was with Jacob. As soon as he said to Esau, “For to see thy face is like seeing the face of God,” wicked Esau said to himself: “Since the Holy One brought him to such honor, I stand no chance against him.” Jacob is saying, in other words, “Touch me, and you’ll have to answer to the B…
…rning at 11:00a and see for yourself. Or contact our office at office@beki.org, to be referred to the program coordinator. K-2 Kehila K-2 Kehila is a “junior-junior” congregation for children in grades K-2, and meets every Shabbat morning from 11:00a to 11:45a. Children are welcome to come once or every time. K-2 Kehila is run cooperatively by talented and dedicated parents. For more information contact the office at office@beki.org. Junior Cong…
…e Cemetery Association use the synagogue street address: 85 Harrison Street, New Haven, CT 06515-1724. Beth El Memorial Park (Cemetery) View Larger Map Directions from Congregation Beth El–Keser Israel From Harrison Street at corner of Whalley Avenue (in front of BEKI), turn left onto Whalley Avenue (east, toward downtown New Haven). Turn LEFT at Fitch Street traffic light (the fourth left), heading north on Fitch (Route 10). Turn RIGHT at Arch St…
…ding Shabbat. To order a lulav and etrog contact the office at office@beki.org. Some services, and Kiddush for the Festival days and Shabbat, are held in the sukkah, weather permitting. Please dress accordingly. During Ḥol HaMoed and Hoshana Rabba (except on Shabbat), some wear tefillin until Hallel is begun; others do not wear tefillin during this period. The general practice at BEKI is to not wear tefillin. The BEKI Moishe Schnitman Sukkah is o…
