Welcome to Congregation Beth Elohim —
an egalitarian, community synagogue located in Acton, Massachusetts. Independent and non-affiliated, we welcome diversity, including individuals and interfaith families, regardless of age, race, gender, economic or family status, ethnic background, mental or physical ability, or sexual orientation. We draw our membership from surrounding towns including Ayer, Bolton, Boxborough, Carlisle, Chelmsford, Concord, Groton, Harvard, Littleton, Stow, and Westford. As an oasis of Jewish life far from areas of high Jewish concentration, we embrace independence in our practice of Judaism. We combine an appreciation for the sanctity of Jewish traditions with a sensitivity to the needs of a population which is religiously diverse. We have a commitment to social justice that is informed by the core Jewish values that reflect the identity and priorities of our community and we strive everyday to build and maintain an anti-racist Jewish community. Our leadership is committed to the personal and spiritual growth of our members, providing guidance and support throughout life's journey. We offer a Jewish-themed preschool, and a K–11th grade religious school. If you'd like to learn more about membership, click here.
Celebrate Sukkot with CBE ♦ starting Sunday, October 9
High Holiday Appeal Campaign, "We Are CBE"
Our CBE community is comprised of a variety of members from different backgrounds and with different reasons for being part of our community. It is the uniqueness and contributions of each of our members that makes our community special. Go to our High Holiday Appeal page to submit your "get to know you" form and to donate!
Sukkot Family Night: Dinner, Havdalah & Movie Under the Stars ♦ Saturday, October 15 ♦ Dinner at 6:00 PM and Movie around 6:45 PM
Open to all! Join the CBE Community for dinner of pizza and salad followed by a brief Havdalah service in the Sukkah and the movie, A Bug's Life, on the big screen outside! There is no charge, but registration is required - HERE.
Celebrate the Joyous Holiday of Simchat Torah with special guest, Klezmer musician, Barry Shapiro ♦ Sunday, October 16 at 5:00 PM
Join our joyful community celebration of connection and learning as we begin a new cycle of Torah. After a potluck dinner and a brief service, sing and dance the night away. This is an experience for all ages! On Monday, October 17 at 9:30 AM, join us for Sh'mini Atzeret/ Simchat Torah Services (with Yizkor). Find all details and sign-up link for potluck dinner HERE.
Annual Sisterhood Membership Dinner ♦ Sunday, October 23 ♦ 5:00 PM
Join us for this annual tradition celebrating Sisterhood membership! There will be available seating both indoors in the CBE Social Hall and outdoors in the courtyard. Please sign up HERE for the dinner by Thursday, October 20th and pay your dues online, at the dinner, or send a check to the office.
Torah Talk with Rabbi David ♦ Thursdays at lunchtime ♦ 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM starting October 13th
Rabbi David continues our lunchtime Thursday class. It will be a general text study class, bringing in Talmud, Mishnah, Torah and other sacred texts. It could also cover Jewish values, current events and holidays. More details regarding in person/ hybrid coming soon. Please sign up HERE and join us when you can!
Exploring Judaism with Rabbi David ♦ Tuesday evenings, starting October 25 ♦ 7:00 to 8:30 PM
This class will cover Jewish concepts and practices and is geared to CBE members, staff, and community members who are not Jewish. More details about in person/hybrid coming soon. For our planning purposes, please sign up HERE.
Jewish Book Month Author Event with Rabbi Art Green ♦ Sunday, November 20 ♦ 5:00 PM
Rabbi Art Green will be interviewed by his long time friend, Rabbi Emeritus Lewis Mintz. Rabbi Green's recent book: Judaism for the World: Reflections on God, Life, and Love won a National Jewish Book Award in 2021. Read more about Rabbi Green HERE.
Thu, October 6 2022
11 Tishrei 5783
Office Hours Update
The regular synagogue office hours have recently changed. You can find the current office hours HERE..
CBE is a member of the Ruderman Synagogue Inclusion Project.
We need more people power to support our hybrid services!
We are fortunate to have so many amazing people working hard to create safe and accessible services for all. Find details and sign up HERE to be an Oneg Host, Greeter or a ZOOM Host to help make these services successful.
During COVID19
CLICK HERE for the latest information.
Additional Recurring Services & Events
Mincha Services
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 4:00pm for about 10 minutes. Zoom/ Siddur LINKS
Torah Talk with Rabbi David
Thursdays, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Subscribe to our mailing list!
Call Shoshana in the synagogue office, 978-263-3061, to be added to our mailing list. You will receive our newsletters, the weekly Star-Lite, the monthly Star and more.
What's New on the Website
* Link to 10+ year archive of People of Chelm column from Bob Ferrara
* Congregant, Ann Budner recognized by Jewish Family Services of Metrowest
* 2022 Purim Shpiel video and Purim Carnival and Service Photos/Video
* "Saying ‘we will act,’ Jewish and UCC partners jointly welcome Afghan family" - CBE in the News!
We've gone solar!
In observance of the mitzvah, sh'mirat ha-adamah, "protecting the earth," the CBE board has made the commitment to solar power.
Electricity generated by our four solar canopies is among the most for a house of worship in Massachusetts.
See in real time how much electricity is produced directly for CBE and for CBE & the Community. Read about the solar project and when the system went live. Also learn how families are helping the environment by watching our teens in a short video or by joining the Green Team.
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