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Who We Are
We are a diverse, family-friendly community embracing people of all ages and backgrounds, Jews and their non-Jewish partners, and people of all sexual orientations, genders and sexual identities.
Singles, couples and families with all backgrounds find a home at Beth El. Our goal is to help everyone feel comfortable in our synagogue, whether attending a worship service, supporting children in their religious education, socializing or playing on our softball team.
Our clergy recognizes that people are not "one size fits all" and work to help all our members on their personal journeys, and encourage active participation in all facets of synagogue life.
The Beth El Mission
In everything we do, we work to create and sustain a vibrant, informed and engaged synagogue community – today and tomorrow. Our goal is to build community and deepen personal engagement through learning, caring and spirit.
Beth El Temple's 13 Core Values and Principles
A set of core values underscores who we are and what we do:
We are a community of communities (Beth El, Greater Hartford, Global) • Learning as Fundamental • The importance of Jewish Values and Ethics • The Centrality of Worship and Observance • Personal and Spiritual Growth • Tikkun Olam (Repair of the World) • Acceptance and Inclusion • Innovation and Tradition • Intergenerational Engagement • Supportive Pastoral Care • Celebration and Spirit • Support for Israel • Core Commitment to Conservative Judaism
From New Babies to Educational and Family Programs to Mitzvot, our Men’s, Women’s, Senior and Youth Programs, Services and Lifelong Learning Experiences, we are here to encourage and support you on your journey. You’ll find us a phone call away: (860) 233-9696.
Sat, July 27 2024
21 Tammuz 5784
Upcoming Events
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Saturday ,
JulJuly 27 , 2024Shabbat Playgroup in the Park
Shabbat, Jul 27th 3:00p to 5:00p
Calling all 0-5 year olds and their grown-ups: come find your people at the park! Join Rabbi Zerin, Dr. Eliyahu, and your friends at Beth El for a relaxed Shabbat afternoon at Eisenhower Park. We will provide cold drinks and summer treats! Note: will be canceled in case of rain. RSVPs requested but not required. Click in to RSVP! -
Sunday ,
JulJuly 28 , 2024Men's Club Outing to see the Hartford Yard Goats play the Harrisburg Senators
Sunday, Jul 28th 12:00p to 4:00p
Back by popular demand! Come join the Men’s Club at Dunkin’ Donuts Park to see the Hartford Yard Goats play the Harrisburg Senators (the Washington Nationals AA minor league affiliate)! Our seats, in the Hartford Terrace section along the first-base side, are in a shaded, private section. Your ticket will allow you free exclusive access to the Yard Goats Club, an air conditioned indoor section with great views of the game, comfortable seating, and higher-end food and liquor options not available at the general concession stands. And yes, fries, hot dogs, and beer are also available there. You can go to this private section when you want to take a break from your field seats, get refreshments, and schmooze with others. Our group will be recognized at the game. There will be a shout out for the Beth El Men's Club! One of us will get to throw out a first pitch! There may be other surprises! Kids run the bases after the game! Tickets are limited, so you are urged to put in your RSVP as soon as possible. You may request to be seated with others who are placing their RSVP separately. -
Wednesday ,
JulJuly 31 , 2024
Wednesday, Jul 31st 7:30p to 10:30p
Meet up with us at Greater Hartford Shakespeare Festival for Hamlet! Click in for details. -
Sunday ,
AugAugust 4 , 2024Red Cross Blood Drive
Sunday, Aug 4th 8:30a to 1:30p
You can make a lasting impact with an amazing mitzvot by helping the American Red Cross! Please help us make a difference by donating blood at Beth El Temple. Please call 1.800.733.2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org and enter: WeHa to schedule your appointment. Volunteers are also needed for registration and snacks, please call the office to sign up to volunteer. You can also save up to 15 minutes on the day of your appointment, by simply visiting www.redcrossblood.org/RapidPass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions. Everyday heroes like you can help save up to three lives with just one blood donation. Thank you for giving the gift of life.