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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 a progressive orientation, combining an appreciation for the sanctity of Jewish traditions with a sensitivity to the needs of a population which is religiously diverse. We offer a Jewish-themed preschool, and a K–8th grade religious school. If you'd like to learn more about membership, click here.

Around the Shul

CLICK HERE to check out recent event photos, including the Purim Shpiel! 

Yom HaShoah Service featuring Sylvia Ruth Gutmann ♦ Wednesday, May 1 at 7:00 PM

Sponsored by the Adult Education committee.  Sylvia Ruth Gutmann immigrated with her two older sisters to the United States in 1946, four years after the murder of her parents in Auschwitz.  Click HERE to learn more about her story chronicled in her memoir, A Life Rebuilt: The Remarkable Transformation of a War Orphan.  Copies of the book will be available for sale and signing ($20 cash or checks only).

CBE Annual Meeting ♦ May 5 at 7:00 PM

We urge your attendance to review the budget and cast your vote on the future of CBE.  The annual budget is presented and voted on and the slate of new board members will be presented.

Take a Breath and Free Your Mind: Jewish Meditation with Cantor Sarra ♦ May 8 and 29, June 5 and 12 ♦ 7:15 to 8:45 PM

Sponsored by Adult Education.  Learn seven different kinds of meditations that we can practice in our daily lives.  There is no cost for this class and it is open to all.   Click HERE to sign up!

CBE invites families with young children (ages birth to 5) to a special:  Shabbat Afternoon Jewish Story Hour ♦ Saturday, May 11, from 4 to 6 PM

Sing, learn, play and enjoy a pizza dinner together!  Jewish stories, song and crafts.  Free and open to all! RSVP appreciated but not required.  To RSVP or for more information, contact Beth Goldstein.

Shabbat Shirah Service "Muzika del Shabat" ♦ Friday, May 17, 7:30 

The Beth Elohim Choir’s annual music service focuses on music from the Spanish, Ladino & Sephardic traditions. Join us for an inspiring and uplifting evening of music and worship! Click  HERE for more information!

Back by popular demand! CBE's Faux Food Truck Festival — on Sunday, May 19 • 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Click HERE for more details on our exciting food and music, and how you can prepay to save money!

Schindler’s List public screening in honor of its 25th anniversary ♦ May 19, 2:00 PM at Acton-Boxborough Regional High School auditorium   

Na'aseh is thrilled to be co-presenting this event with the AB Public Schools.   We will air the entire film followed by remarks from local Schindler's List survivor, Rena Finder, a 90-year-old Framingham resident and survivor of the titular Schindler’s List.  Click HERE for more details. Free and open to the public.

Annual Volunteer Appreciation Service and Board Installation ♦ June 14, 7:00 PM

Join us to toast each other on a wonderful year of volunteerism!  Our multitude of volunteers help us conduct congregation business, enrich our services, teach our children (and our grown ups!), and volunteer in the wider communities.

Harry Potter and the CBE Outing to the Spinners! • June 20, 7:05 PM

Organized by Brotherhood.  Bring the family!  Click HERE for link to order group tickets ($7.00)!  Purchase by June 1 for best chance for seats together!

It's CBE's 50th Anniversary - Dec. 1, 2019!

We are seeking volunteers for committees.  Click on photo for more details and email Development to get involved!

Sat, April 20 2019 15 Nisan 5779