Beth Israel Peterborough

04/09/2024

for those seeking Passover goods:

Matzah & Grape Juice for Passover in Peterborough!

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In advance of Pesach we're offering kosher grape juice and matzah on a sliding scale from ZERO to TZEDAKAH.

Est. cost per item is $3.50 per bottle (1.89L) or per 1lb box of matzo. Suggested tzedakah contribution is $6 per item - funds raised will go to the cost of this and future initiatives.

Looking for Shmura matzo? We can do that, too.

Need other kosher goods or ritual items? Tell us in your email and we'll do our best to hook you up.

Email [email protected] to place an order by April 17th 11:59pm

10/13/2023

The Abraham Festival opens tomorrow. Please join The Oasis for Jummah (Muslim Prayers) followed by tea and treats in our Friendship Room at 1pm tomorrow.

Please note the change from the poster: Shabbat will be open at Jewish Community Centre of Peterborough / Beth Israel Synagogue only for Jewish community members; they will not be participating in the Festival during this difficult time.

10/12/2023

Beth Israel President Mark Siegel on CBC Radio's Ontario Morning responding to recent events:

After an unprecedented attack, Israel is at war with Hamas.....pounding Gaza with deadly air strikes as the military threatens a "complete siege" of the strip. We met with a spokesperson from the Jewish Community Centre of Peterborough who joined me with his reaction to the evolving story.

10/10/2023

Are you our next children's educator? Do you know someone who might be?! Beth Israel Congregation is looking to hire a new lead for children's programming. The position is for 15 hours per month. Please see -- and share -- the job posting at https://jccpeterborough.com. Applications will be accepted to: [email protected] until Friday, October 20 at noon.

Welcome   Welcome to the Jewish Community Centre of Peterborough and Beth Israel Congregation! We are an egalitarian congregation, a cultural centre, and a community space open to all. Please take a look around, and feel free to get in touch we’d love to hear from you. **************************...

09/06/2023

BETH ISRAEL WELCOMES YOU FOR HIGH HOLIDAY SERVICES for Rosh HaShannah, including honey cake to welcome a sweet New Year, and Tashlich at Jackson Creek, and Yom Kippur, including a Discussion/spiritual reflection, followed by a communal potluck breaking of the fast.
For more information on any of these services, call the Synagogue at 705-745-8398, message us here, or email [email protected]

01/01/2023

Oneg Shabbat services!

January 7th 9:30 am – 11:30 am

Where: Beth Israel Synagogue

"Oneg Shabbat" means Joy of Shabbat. Together (and in person!) we’ll daven a few highlights from the Shabbat morning service followed by Torah study of the week’s parsha. Shmoozing, asking questions, and quiet reflection are all encouraged! Whatever brings you joy in our shared space. Feel free to drop in at any time from start to finish.

Bring a comfortable mask! Masks will be required during singing, learning, and socializing. Proof of vaccine is not required for this event.

Available to help? We always need volunteers to act as greeters or to help create the shared service by providing a d'var torah reading, melody, sponsoring a kiddush (or part of the meal), or something else! Email [email protected] with "Oneg Shabbat help" in the subject line.

Access needs? Need a ride/have a ride to offer? Please send an email to [email protected] if there’s anything we can help with!