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Beth Jacob is small vibrant synagogue with deep roots in Central Vermont. It is the core of the Jewish community. Our members hail from multiple towns, bringing energy, inclusivity and a yearning for Judaism. Becoming a member and paying dues are acts of commitment to the Jewish community.
Why Be a Member?
We are Community, where people share interests and beliefs, offer support in time of need and are part of a Jewish community.
We are Education, where children are encouraged to learn from an early age and build a spiritual foundation that will take them into adulthood. We encourage adults to continue their education through thought-provoking discussions and events, book groups, and use of our extensive library collection;
We are Social Events, offering a wide array of social programs such as movie nights, holiday celebrations, explorations of worldwide Jewish cuisine, Jewish themed art exhibits, music, Mahjong, and knitting groups. Members can also hold special events and other group activities by arrangement with the president in accordance with our space use policy.
We are Spirituality, offering regular services on Friday evenings and once a month on Saturday mornings in our peaceful and calming sanctuary;
We are Social Action, whether it be feeding the hungry, helping our congregants during time of need, and uniting around acts of kindness and social injustice;
We are Life Cycles, from birth to death, celebrating Bar and Bat Mitzvahs of members, we are your community to guide and support you during these important periods;
We are Perpetual Memory, memorializing loved ones in perpetuity, honoring the gift of eternal life.
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Thu, June 8 2023
19 Sivan 5783
Upcoming Events
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Thursday ,
JunJune 8 , 2023
Thursday, Jun 8th 3:00p to 4:00p
Please join us as we sing a short song from the Psalms, sit for twenty minutes, walk for ten minutes, then sing another Hebrew song. Sometimes a brief discussion follows. Words to songs are supplied in Hebrew and transliteration. All are welcomed whatever your experience may be. We do not offer instructions or guided meditations. -
Friday ,
JunJune 9 , 2023
Friday, Jun 9th 1:30p to 3:00p
Mah Jongg is back! Join in on the fun with this beloved tile-based game. -
Friday ,
JunJune 9 , 2023
Friday, Jun 9th 6:00p to 7:30p
Alice Silverman, Tobie Weisman and Julia Ostrov invite you to join us for a special Singing Edition of 3 Blessings and a Potluck this Shabbat. After we bless and eat, we will sing! We will teach easy rounds, simple harmony chants, and songs by ear. We will choose from well known traditional Hebrew songs as well as contemporary pieces. We also invite you to bring any song you love to share and teach. We hope you will join us. -
Sunday ,
JunJune 11 , 2023
Sunday, Jun 11th 10:00a to 11:30a
Members of Beth Jacob are invited to come and meet at the synagogue for bagels, budgets, the Barasch award, board elections, and lots of reports from our various committees. It’s been a busy, productive year – come learn all about it. -
Tuesday ,
JunJune 13 , 2023
Tuesday, Jun 13th 9:30a to 10:30a
Join us for a weekly opportunity to chat and do a NYT's crossword puzzle together on Zoom.