Shabbat Morning Services
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesShabbat morning services at BJ — join us in person or online. All welcome.
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Early Childhood Shabbat Service (Age 6 and Under)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesWe are excited to offer this lively service, featuring songs, stories, Torah reading, and more! This service is intended for families with children from birth through age 7.
Shabbat Morning Services (2nd-6th Grade)
Reception Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us every Saturday morning for a lively Shabbat Service for kids in grades 2-6. Parents can stay or join the community in the Sanctuary. Services are led by Rabbis Deena Cowans, Becca Weintraub, and our music educator Yaira Spitzer Tilchin!
A Return to A Zionism for the Future with Rabbi Chaim Seidler-Feller
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesRabbi Chaim Seidler-Feller explores Zionism’s redemptive possibilities through some of the movement's transformative writings, reviving its humanistic spirit. Together, we will reimagine a values-driven Zionism and envision a more inclusive, principled Jewish future.
Midnight Run
The BJ Teen Midnight Run will take place on Saturday April 26 after Shabbat. We will gather at BJ at 7:30 PM for dinner, Havdalah, and learning before heading out to deliver donations.
Arvit and Havdalah
Join us in virtual community for Arvit (the evening service), as we maintain a collective spiritual practice while supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish. We will conclude with havdalah and end Shabbat together as a community.
Shaharit (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesDevelop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading.
Zakhor – The Commandment of Memory
Congregation Rodeph Sholom 7 West 83rd Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin Pardes and Congregation Rodeph Sholom for an afternoon of profound learning, dynamic conversation, and community reflection as we explore the sacred duty of remembrance with Pardes faculty member Nechama Goldman Barash, Rabbi Leon Morris, and moderator Elaine Hochberg.
Minha (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service) including Pirkei Avot. As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish.
Shaharit (Rosh Hodesh—In Person and Online)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesDevelop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. This Rosh Hodesh, join us in person or on Zoom, for a beautiful service featuring Hallel and Torah reading.
Multifaith Mondays
Columbus Circle West 59th St and Central Prk South, New York, NY, United StatesThis weekly vigil, organized by the Interfaith Center of New York, brings together members of faith communities across the city for connection, song, and spirit during the challenges of our political reality. Come for a weekly dose of inspiration!
Minha (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service) including Pirkei Avot. As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish.
Pikuah Nefesh: Community in Action for Nan Rubin
Park Avenue Synagogue 50 East 87th Street, New York, NY, United StatesNan Rubin, sister of BJ members Carol Smokler and Amy Foster, urgently needs a kidney transplant due to polycystic kidney disease. Come to Park Avenue Synagogue to meet Nan and hear Dr. Josh Sturm, director of outreach at Renewal, speak about the organ donation process.
Connections Cocktail Hour
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us for a relaxed hour with good conversation and your favorite drink. All are welcome.
Shaharit (Rosh Hodesh—In Person and Online)
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesDevelop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. This Rosh Hodesh, join us in person or on Zoom, for a beautiful service featuring Hallel and Torah reading.
20th Israeli-Palestinian Joint Memorial Day Ceremony
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesThis year marks the 20th Israeli-Palestinian Joint Memorial Day Ceremony, organized by Combatants for Peace and The Parents Circle-Families Forum. BJ is hosting the New York Satellite event, gathering in person to view the live broadcast of this powerful ceremony.
Shirah with Shira
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin our Hebrew immersion class for 3- and 4-year-olds with Shira Averbuch. Through music, stories, and movement, children will gain a sense of community rooted in Jewish tradition while gaining exposure to Israeli culture.
Parent Learning: Israel
Sanctuary 257 West 88th Street, New York, NY, United StatesThis series will help parents brush up on Israeli history and culture, while also processing our own feelings and how to talk to our children about the beautiful and complex country.
Mindful Prayer Havurah
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesWe invite you to join this havurah, led by Jonathan Silver, as we search for deeper kavannah (intention) in our prayers, ritual practice, and weekly Torah portion.
Minha (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesJoin us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service) including Pirkei Avot. As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish.
Spiritual Courage and the Climate Crisis
Middle Room 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesJoin us for this interactive workshop led by Dayenu as we face the climate crisis. Guided by Jewish wisdom and music, we will envision the world we want and take the next step together toward building a just and livable future.
Intro to Judaism
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesWhether you want to deepen your understanding of Judaism, are considering conversion, or are curious about this rich tradition, this class is for you. We’ll discuss fundamental concepts, explore theology and prayer, cultivate personal practices, and build meaningful relationships together.
Shaharit (Online)
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesDevelop a daily Jewish practice and help us make a minyan so our members can say kaddish for their loved ones. Join us every day on Zoom, and in person on Mondays, Thursdays, and other special days with Torah reading.
Jewish Meditation with Rabbi Shuli Passow
Remote Access Only NY, United StatesStart your day with soulfulness and equanimity with this weekly mindfulness meditation practice, led by Rabbi Shuli Passow and informed by themes from the Torah portion.
Yom Hazikaron to Yom Ha’atzma-ut
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel 270 West 89th Street, New York, NY, United StatesWe will mark the transition from Yom Hazikaron (Israel's Memorial Day) to Yom Ha’atzma-ut (Israel’s Independence Day) with poetry and song, and we will focus on the hostages that remain in Gaza. Our gathering will begin with Minha and conclude with Arvit.