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Welcome to Congregation Beth Elohim

We are a close-knit community synagogue in Acton, Massachusetts, about 25 miles northwest of Boston. We draw our membership from over a dozen surrounding cities and towns. Since our founding in 1969 we have been independent and non-affiliated, allowing us to open our doors to all, regardless of religious background or practice. We are a vibrant, diverse, caring and active community. Join us at a service or event!  Click here to learn more about us or to inquire about membership.

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"Double the Fun" Sisterhood Chanukah Fundraiser and "Shop, Nosh, and Schmooze" - EXTENDED

You have the opportunity to purchase good quality Chanukah essentials through December 13 and unique Fair Trade Caravan gifts through December 10.  Find details and the ordering links HERE.

Adult Ed Class with Rabbi David: Making Moral Choices ♦ Tuesdays, December 3,10, and 17 ♦ 5:00 to 6:00 PM in CBE Library with Zoom option

In a world of political extremes, how do we make moral choices? We will discuss the different processes for making moral choices in our Jewish tradition. See details and sign up HERE.

CBE Celebrates Chanukah! 

See all Chanukah-related events & services on one page! Some events are called out separately on this home page, but see them all HERE.  You'll find links to sign up for the Chinese Food Dinner, details about the Chanukah Party (no sign up required), and more!

CBE's Annual Chanukah Party! A Joyfully Jewish Time for All! ♦ Sunday, December 15 ♦ 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

People of all ages are invited! We'll have lunch, raffle prizes, crafts, and coffee and conversation in the Community Court. There is no cost for lunch and there is no need to sign up.  Just join us for the fun! Find all details HERE. Donations to support Chanukah programming are appreciated. Click HERE to donate.

Kosher Chinese Food Dinner & Shabbat Service with Chanukah Music ♦ Friday, December 20 ♦ 6:30 PM

Join us for a joyful Shabbat evening of delicious food and beautiful music! It's our very popular 3rd Annual CBE Kosher Chinese Shabbat Dinner followed by a joyful musical service with the choir! For details and to sign up for the dinner and to volunteer, click here. Sign up deadline is Monday,December 16.

Sisterhood Chanukah-themed Community Supper Dinner ♦ Wednesday, December 11 ♦ 4:00 to 6:30 PM at Mt Calvary Church

The Sisterhood will be hosting it's 4th annual Chanukah-themed community supper at Mt. Calvary Church in Acton. We need volunteers to cook, bake, or serve meals. Watch your email for the sign up for volunteers.  

Bowling, Bagels & Bonding with Sisterhood & Brotherhood ♦ Sunday, January 5 ♦ 9:30 to 11:15 AM at Acton Bowladrome

Join the Brotherhood & Sisterhood for a morning of play while the kids are away (at religious school). We'll meet at the Acton Bowladrome at 9:30 to bowl while enjoying bagels and coffee. Find details and sign up HERE.

23rd Annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Day Community Breakfast ♦ Monday, January 20 ♦ 9:30 AM at CBE with Zoom option

Doors open at 9:30. The speaker program begins about 10:00. We are thrilled to welcome our speaker, Colette Phillips, President and CEO of Colette Phillips Communications. Her topic is: "Bridging Communities: Reaffirming the Black-Jewish Alliance". Find her inspiring bio, event details, and sign up HERE.

Torah Talk with Rabbi David ♦ The first 3 Thursdays of each month ♦ 12:00 to 1:00 PM on Zoom only

Starting on Thursday, October 31! This is be a general text study class that can bring in Talmud, Mishnah, Torah, Midrash, or other sacred texts. It can also be about Jewish values and current events, or an upcoming holiday.. Click here for the class dates and to sign up to receive the Zoom information.

Mid-week Torah Study with Waky ♦ Wednesdays ♦ 1-2 PM ♦ via Zoom

Join a group of adult students that has been studying Jewish texts together for several years. We study using the chevruta style of learning – we all share our thoughts on a wide perspective of texts. No previous knowledge is required nor is reading Hebrew a necessity. Drop-ins are welcome. Contact Waky at adulted@bethelohim.org.
  

Monthly Meditations with Cantor Sarra ♦ 3 dates ♦7:00 to 8:30 PM at CBE & Zoom

This popular series with Cantor Sarra is back and happening monthly both in person and via Zoom!   Click here to see the dates and to sign up.    The next session is Tuesday, January 7, a New Year's Meditation Gathering.

Fun for the youngest and their grownups! Temple Tots for kids age 2 through pre-K held monthly on Sundays at 10 AM and Tot Shabbat followed by dinner held the first Friday of most months

Temple Tots is a free monthly class where kids and their parents can explore Jewish holidays through stories, crafts, and music. See dates for Tot Shabbat on our calendar and join us as we dance, sing and pray and then eat!  Email Cindy Kalish, cindyk@bethelohim.org, for more information.

Sisterhood Bi-Weekly Mah-Jongg

Regular games will be held every other Sunday thereafter from 9:30 – 12. Come play with us! See the dates of play HERE.

Sisterhood Monthly Book Group

Join us! We meet monthly on a Sunday at member's homes. See Star-Lite for upcoming book selections and click here to see the planned dates. Email sisterhood@bethelohim.org if you want to join!

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