Congregation Beth Jacob

Our Mission

It is our mission to be a truly inclusive synagogue, providing a range of opportunities to learn, worship, and socialize that meet our members and their families wherever they are educationally, spiritually, and personally.

Our Values

We cherish sacred community (kehilah kedosha).
We promote lifelong learning and growth.
We practice acts of loving-kindness (chesed), justice (tzedek), and charity (tzedakah).
We honor shared stories.
We embrace inclusivity.

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Upcoming Events and Programs

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Tuesday ,
SepSeptember 16 , 2025

JFCS' Cafe by the Bay Program Meeting
Tuesday, Sep 16th 12:00p to 2:30p

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Wednesday ,
SepSeptember 17 , 2025

Pop-UP Chorus Practice for the High Holy Days 5768
Wednesday, Sep 17th 6:00p to 7:15p

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Wednesday ,
SepSeptember 17 , 2025

Digesting Grief: Love, Loss, and the New Year
Wednesday, Sep 17th 7:00p to 8:00p
Hartman-ordained Jerusalemit Rabbi-Chef Nissimmi Naor – Wednesday night Sept 17 for a public talk "Digesting Grief: Love, Loss and the New Year" Rabbi Chef Nissimmi Naim Naor is a celebrated Israeli chef, ordained rabbi, educator, and speaker who blends culinary artistry with Jewish heritage and storytelling to create transformative, multi-sensory experiences. His work explores the central role food plays in shaping Jewish identity, using rich historic knowledge, Jewish texts, and, of course, carbs. Rooted in the flavorful traditions of his grandmother Miriam’s kitchen, Nissimmi refined his craft in some of Israel’s top restaurants, including under the mentorship of acclaimed chef Eyal Shani. He is the creator and TV host of A Pot of Longing, a poignant Israeli series where he cooks family recipes with those who have lost their loved ones, using food as a bridge between past and present. Beyond the kitchen, Nissimmi holds degrees in philosophy, economics, political science, and law. He received his rabbinical ordination from the Shalom Hartman Institute and serves as a Casualties Notification Officer in the IDF reserves, having dedicated over 200 days to this role since October 7th. He lives in Jerusalem with his wife, Shlomit, and their three daughters, and leads the Siah Yitzhak congregation in the Katamon neighborhood.
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Friday ,
SepSeptember 19 , 2025

CBJ Jewish Book Group (Zoom)
Friday, Sep 19th 12:00p to 1:00p

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Saturday ,
SepSeptember 20 , 2025

Sponsored Kiddush - Irwin Rubin's 75th Birthday & Marion/ David Finkelstein's 80th & 81st Birthday
Shabbat, Sep 20th 12:30p to 1:30p

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Saturday ,
SepSeptember 20 , 2025

Pop-UP Chorus Practice for the High Holy Days 5768
Shabbat, Sep 20th 1:30p to 2:30p

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