BJ is a big place, with a lot to do and a lot of people to meet (almost four thousand members, if you’ve got some time!). While we love the sound of the whole congregation singing during services, we know that it can be challenging to create a sense of community in such large spaces. And for those outside of the NYC area, that challenge seems to multiply with every mile of distance between us.
That’s where the BJ havurah (small group) initiative comes in. Every year, BJ members create and lead havurot, small, self-organized groups based around shared interests or demographics. In these spaces, members can come together to build and deepen relationships, learn from one another, and create their own communities within BJ. In past years, more than 350 members have participated in this initiative, deeply enriching their connection to BJ and to Judaism.
Check out the list of havurot for this coming year, and find your place at BJ!
Please fill out the interest form below to tell us which havurah you’d like to join. You must indicate your interest for havurot by Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
Please note that because space is limited we may not be able to match everyone to their first choice. Participation in a havurah is a benefit of BJ membership.