Congregation Berith Sholom

10/22/2026

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The Settled Rabbi Search Team is excited to bring in Rabbi Jonathan Jackson for an in-person visit to our Congregation. He will be available for people to meet at three upcoming events:

10/18/2026

Great program and service this past Friday night. Thanks to Beth and Cary for leading us in prayer and thanks to Kathy Sheehan for the historical perspective on the Jewish community in Troy.

10/16/2026

A View from the Mountaintop: Discovering Sigd & World Jewish Relief in Ethiopia
Wednesday, October 28, 1 p.m., via Zoom
Discover Sigd, the Ethiopian Jewish holiday that expresses longing, covenant, and communal renewal.

Join World Jewish Relief for a special conversation with Qes Efraim Zion Lawi, the first Israeli-born Qes and a spiritual leader of the Ethiopian Jewish community, and James Silverman, World Jewish Relief’s Head of Humanitarian Programs.

Together, they will explore the meaning of Sigd and World Jewish Relief’s work in Ethiopia today.

Register for the free webinar: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/YAA-4xbwRf-ls6hLKUf2uw

10/16/2026

Don't forget this great program tonight, it's part of our 160th year long celebration. There used to be a liquor store next to our building, but wait until you hear what was there before that!

10/15/2026

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This past Tuesday and Wednesday, I was able to attend the New England Reform Rabbis Kallah (retreat) at the Warren Retreat Center in Ashland, MA. It seems that Troy is the westernmost edge of the New England. It was a wonderful opportunity to learn with colleagues, as well as to catch up with former...

10/08/2026

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What is a "Learners' Service"? It is a casual shabbat morning service which will take about 90 minutes, with explanations about the structure and history of the service. Who is it for? Anyone, especially those interested in learning more about Jewish worship, those who may want to lead or help lead....

10/06/2026

Thanks to our volunteers for all the help putting our Sukkah up and taking it down!

10/04/2026

Our Berith Sholom Religious School is off to a wonderful start, and we’re excited to welcome two new families to our community!

Looking for a Jewish learning experience that works for your family? Our 12:30–2:30 PM Sunday schedule, engaging curriculum, and warm, welcoming community make learning fun and meaningful for children.

We’re also pleased to have a security guard present during school hours to help keep our students, families, and staff safe.

🌟 Come see what we’re all about!
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09/29/2026

What a great tunout for the Pizza in the Hut program last weekend. A good time was had by all. Thanks to our sukkah superhero who helped make it all possible.

09/08/2026

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L'shanah tovah! 5787 will be a year of transition. We said thank you to Rabbi Gordon for her decades of service to the community, as she transitioned into being our Rabbi Emerita, and welcome Rabbi Abraham as our interim rabbi. Although some things may be a little different, the "covenant of peace"....