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–11th grade religious school. If you'd like to learn more about membership, click here.
Around the Shul
Jewish Meditation with Cantor Sarra ♦ August 7, 7:15 PM
To help us plan, click HERE to register. The class is free and open to all! Relax your mind and energize your spirit! The class will begin with 15 minutes of gentle stretches and relaxing movement to help you transition from your busy day.
Rabbi Mike Storytime at the Silver Unicorn Bookstore ♦ Tuesday, August 6, 11:00 AM
All are invited for a special Tuesday Morning Storytime as Rabbi Mike reads two of his favorites - The Big Orange Splot by Daniel Pinkwater and Gathering Sparks by Howard Schwartz. This storytime is geared for ages 4 to 8.
50 Years 50 Words! Let's kick start CBE's 50th anniversary year of celebration! - Submit By November 1
Help archive the first 50 years of this vibrant community! Click HERE for more details and to submit your reflections and hopes and donate for our celebration. Click HERE to read everyone's submissions and see them scrolling on the community court board.
School enrollment is now open!
Click HERE to register. Click HERE to learn more about our K to 11th grade religious school program. We seek to inspire our students to lead lives as identifying Jews, ethical human beings and to enable our students to become constructive citizens of our country and community.
Rest and Delight in the Sanctuary of Shabbat: Mindfulness, Meditation and Deep Relaxation with Rabbi Sigal Brier ♦ September 7 ♦ 1 to 4 PM
Join us for an experiential mini shabbat retreat with Rabbi Sigal Brier. Learn from Heschel's book, The Sabbath. Experience the benefits of rest and renewal and learn from related neuroscience and brain research on the topic. Cost is $36. Click HERE to register and pay.
It's CBE's 50th Anniversary - Save the Date, November 16, 2019!
Save the date for the Peace, Love and CBE Gala. Celebrate with music, dancing, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres with a relaxed, groovy, flower power, bell bottom, freedom-seeking theme to commemorate 1969, the year our congregation was incorporated. As part of this event, enjoy a series of vignettes or skits that highlight our community achievements over the past 50 years.
Wed, July 17 2019
14 Tammuz 5779
School Enrollment is now open!
What's New on the website!
* Click HERE to see if you are in photos of recent events, including the Purim Shpiel, School events, the Sisterhood GNO and more!
* Check out CBE in the News for the Beacon article about the Schindler's List 25th anniversary film event!
* And, read and listen to Shavuot teachings from congregants on our new Community Teachings page!
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Hineni Campaign
Hineni Cash Reduces CBE Expenses-Again!
Our community's generosity Increases mortgage payment savings to $43,000 annually!
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