- Congregation Beth El–Keser Israel
85 Harrison Street, New Haven, CT 06515-1724 | P: 203.389.2108 | office@beki.org
85 Harrison Street, New Haven, CT 06515-1724 | P: 203.389.2108 | office@beki.org
…ent—and his plans included placing the multi-lane Oak Street Connector highway right through the heart of the so-called “Jewish Ghetto.” The synagogue would have to move. While most members now lived in the western section of the city, those who remained downtown would not ride on the Sabbath; therefore, the city would have to make available property in the area on which to build a small synagogue for them. The city offered the congregation land o…
…04 Nov BEKI USY vs. Chess Master James Eade November 4, 2020 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm BEKI Kids page Home Page Interior Page Watch on BEKI Tefila Zoom as Noam Benson-Tilsen and Aaron Bruce take on “Jim” Eade, best known for the books Chess for Dummies (1996) and The Chess Player’s Bible (2004), now Chairman & […] More Info…
…l or permanent housing. Each works with a case manager to figure out their best next step. There are times when BEKI members have continued to be involved with some of the men to offer additional support as they settle into their new situations, providing employment opportunities, furniture, food and friendship. The BEKI Tikun Olam Committee is proud once again to be able to coordinate BEKI’s effort in this worthwhile project. SIGN UP ONLINE AT: t…
…visionaries.” We have the will to do this now. We have the vision and the energy of a smart and talented community. “If not now, when?” is fully applicable here. Nothing has to happen, but we can make anything happen. The chance to be our best selves, our authentic Jewish selves, and to have this redound to the benefit and future of our community, is a great one. Will it cost us financially in the near term? Yes. Will it pay dividends in the futu…
…17 Dec 8th Night Joint Hanuka Party December 17, 2020 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm Home Page Interior Page A joint Hanuka celebration on the 8th night of Hanuka, with other Masorti congregations, featuring candle lighting, singing, and a concert by singer/songwriter Neshama Carlebach, one of today’s […] More Info…
…09 Nov Berakhot Talmud Study Group November 9, 2017 10:00 am – 11:00 am Berakhot Talmud Study Group A weekly study of the Mishna, leading to Gemara study, will be held in the Beit Midrash on Thursday mornings 10a–11a […] More Info…
…Berakhot Talmud Study Group: A weekly study of the Mishna, leading to Gemara study, will be held in the Beit Midrash on Thursday mornings 10a–11a with Rabbi Tilsen. The Talmud, based on an oral text, has no beginning or end. One can begin study at any point; now is the best time. No prior knowledge is required, but basic facility in English is helpful; students with all backgrounds are welcome, beginner to advanced. Coffee and tea are available……
…s Shabbat Ḥavura meets, is fully accessible through the classroom wing hallway and an external door, with inclined walkway, via the courtyard. Parking spaces dedicated for those with official handicap stickers are available in the parking lot. Parking on Harrison Street is also convenient and close to the main doors. An accessible entrance from the parking area as envisioned in the Master Plan for Building Renovations – Phase IIB opened in Septemb…
…reat sense of humor, he never does anything out of malice, he can find the best in people, and he is comfortable being himself in front of people. After all, how many people have given a devar Torah in a top hat? Sometimes it appears that Shai isn’t paying attention to conversations around him, while in truth, he is always listening. He may be playing, or singing, or making up a story about the circus, but he still hears what is being said around…
…09 Mar Abraham’s Tent March 9, 2015 5:30 pm – 11:30 pm BEKI Abraham’s Tent is a community-based program with Columbus House which, through the generosity of local religious congregations and organizations, provides shelter and case management for […] More Info…
