Week of Events
Tikkun Leil Shavuot with the BJ Rabbis and Rabbinic Fellows
Step into Shavuot with us and spend the night learning with the BJ rabbis. All are welcome!
Shaharit (Online)
Shaharit (Online)
Develop 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.
WSCAH Rocks The Block
WSCAH Rocks The Block
Support West Side Campaign Against Hunger at WSCAH ROCKS THE BLOCK! Help pack groceries, advocate to officials, and enjoy an afternoon of food, music, crafts, and live readings from Writing Against Hunger poetry and essay contest winners.
Early Childhood Erev Shavuot Ice Cream Picnic
Early Childhood Erev Shavuot Ice Cream Picnic
Come hang out in Hippo Playground and celebrate Shavuot by eating some ice cream! All families with kids ages 0-7 are welcome.
Shavuot Evening Service (First Day)
Shavuot Evening Service (First Day)
Join us for the Shavuot Evening Service, as we kick off our all-night celebration.
Leil Shavuot Dinner
Leil Shavuot Dinner
Following the Shavuot Evening Service, join us for a light dairy meal, singing, and celebration with BJ’s spiritual leaders—all under the stars on our rooftop terrace. Then at 11:00 PM, continue with all-night learning sessions with the BJ rabbis and rabbinic fellows.
Sunrise Shaharit
Sunrise Shaharit
As night transitions into morning, join us on the rooftop terrace for a special sunrise Shaharit.
Shavuot Morning Services (First Day)
Shavuot Morning Services (First Day)
Join us on the first day of Shavuot, for soul-stirring prayer, infused with melodies from across the Jewish world, brought to life by our extraordinary musicians, and deepened by the wisdom of our tradition.
Early Childhood Shavuot Service (Age 6 and Under)
Early Childhood Shavuot Service (Age 6 and Under)
Join us for this spiritual and fun Shavuot service full of singing, movement, learning, and some flower decorating.
Shavuot Community Picnic
Shavuot Community Picnic
Join us for a beautiful day in the park! Enjoy a community picnic following Shavuot morning services. Please bring your own food and drink, blankets/outdoor seating, and any paper goods you may need.
Shavuot Evening Service (Second Day)
Shavuot Evening Service (Second Day)
Join us for the Shavuot Evening Service, as the holiday continues.
Shavuot Morning Services (Second Day)
Shavuot Morning Services (Second Day)
Join us on the second day of Shavuot, for soul-stirring prayer, infused with melodies from across the Jewish world, brought to life by our extraordinary musicians, and deepened by the wisdom of our tradition.
Early Childhood Shavuot Service (Age 6 and Under)
Early Childhood Shavuot Service (Age 6 and Under)
Join us for this spiritual and fun Shavuot service full of singing, movement, learning, and some flower decorating.
Arvit and Havdalah
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)
Shaharit (Online)
Develop 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
Jewish Meditation with Rabbi Shuli Passow
Start 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.
Minha (Online)
Minha (Online)
Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish.
Salon with Rabbi Felicia Sol: Early Childhood Families
Salon with Rabbi Felicia Sol: Early Childhood Families
BJ members are warmly invited to intimate gatherings hosted in fellow members’ homes, where Rabbi Felicia Sol will share her vision for the future of our community. These salons offer a meaningful opportunity to engage in dialogue—listening, reflecting, and dreaming together.
Shaharit (In Person and Online)
Shaharit (In Person and Online)
Develop 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.
A Taste of Talmud: Daf Yomi with Rabbi Shuli Passow
A Taste of Talmud: Daf Yomi with Rabbi Shuli Passow
Dip into the world of daf yomi (daily Talmud study) with this weekly look at highlights from the past week’s pages. All are welcome—you do not need any prior experience studying Talmud.
Minha (Online)
Minha (Online)
Join us in virtual community for Minha (the afternoon service). As we maintain a collective spiritual practice, please join us in supporting all those in our midst who are saying Kaddish.
Shaharit (Online)
Shaharit (Online)
Develop 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.
Hitoreri
Hitoreri
Hitoreri, our monthly Kabbalat Shabbat and dinner for teens, is a BJ teen tradition. Teens enjoy a mindfulness-style service led by a BJ rabbi, transitioning from the hectic week to Shabbat, followed by a delicious dinner and time to hang out.
Kabbalat Shabbat
Kabbalat Shabbat
Join us on Friday nights for a joyful Kabbalat Shabbat service infused with uplifting melodies from across the Jewish world, brought to life by our extraordinary musicians and deepened by the wisdom of our tradition.
Community Oneg
Community Oneg
Come together after Kabbalat Shabbat to catch up with friends and meet new people over delicious nosh and some drinks—this month we will celebrate the mitzvot of our Shabbat engagement volunteers.
Mindfulness Shabbat Morning Service
Mindfulness Shabbat Morning Service
Join Rabbi Shuli Passow, Cantor David Mintz, and Rabbi Marc Margolius for a contemplative Shabbat morning service.
Shabbat Morning Services
Shabbat Morning Services (2nd-6th Grade)
Shabbat Morning Services (2nd-6th Grade)
Join 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!
Early Childhood Shabbat Service (Age 6 and Under)
Early Childhood Shabbat Service (Age 6 and Under)
We 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.
Arvit and Havdalah
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.