Services
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For Shabbat Morning Services on our sanctuary livestream, click here.
Beth El offers a variety of different services and worship-related activities. A traditional service is held each Shabbat morning from 9:30 a.m. until noon. We are an egalitarian congregation and invite broad participation. Congregants frequently read Torah and, when there is no Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Haftarah.
Learn more about our different service offerings here.
Click here for High Holiday information.
If you would like to participate in our services, please contact Rabbi Howard Sowalsky at (860) 233-9696.
Children are also encouraged to participate in the sanctuary service by chanting Ashrei and other prayers. Please contact Rabbi Rachel Zerin if you would like your children to participate by calling (860) 233-9696.
Fri, May 9 2025
11 Iyyar 5785
Upcoming Events
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Thursday ,
MayMay 15 , 2025Introduction to Mussar: a Mini-Course with Rabbi Jim Rosen
Thursday, May 15th 2:00p to 3:00p
The Mussar movement is a little-known gem that emphasizes the ethical aspects of Judaism. This Jewish experience was largely destroyed by the Nazis, but today it is enjoying a renaissance as many have discovered that its ideas and techniques provide meaningful pathways in life. Please join Rabbi Rosen to learn more about this spiritual practice and dive into the Jewish world of character building, personal ethics, and communal responsibility. Click in to register! -
Wednesday ,
MayMay 21 , 2025Studying Dirshuni with Rabbi Rachel Zerin
Wednesday, May 21st 6:00p to 7:15p
Join Rabbi Rachel Zerin and Women's Network as we explore both timely and timeless topics through the lens of "Dirshuni: Contemporary Women's Midrash", a book which weaves together ancient Jewish texts and contemporary women's voices. All are welcome, whether it is your first time or you are a regular. All you need is an interest in learning! Snacks will be provided. Note: Evening minyan begins at 5:30 pm (and please join us if you can!). Class will begin at approximately 6:00pm. -
Sunday ,
JunJune 1 , 2025Community Shavuot Gathering at The Emanuel
Sunday, Jun 1st 5:00p to 8:00p
Beth El Temple is partnering with The Emanuel Synagogue and Farmington Valley Jewish Congregation will host an all-ages Community Shavuot Gathering on Sunday, June 1 at 5pm. The link to register can be found inside. This event will include a community dinner, Shavuot pageant, 7th Graders JT Advancement, honoring seniors, adult learning, group prayer & delicious desserts. -
Monday ,
JunJune 2 , 2025Shavuot Day One Festival Services
Monday, Jun 2nd 9:30a to 12:00p
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Tuesday ,
JunJune 3 , 2025Shavuot Day Two Festival Services with Yizkor Recited
Tuesday, Jun 3rd 9:30a to 12:00p
Contact Us
Beth El Temple
2626 Albany Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117
Office Hours:
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Monday-Thursday: 8:30am - 4pm
Friday: 8:30am - 2:30pm
SULAM Beth El Educational Program:
Upcoming Events
-
Thursday ,
MayMay 15 , 2025Introduction to Mussar: a Mini-Course with Rabbi Jim Rosen
Thursday, May 15th 2:00p to 3:00p
The Mussar movement is a little-known gem that emphasizes the ethical aspects of Judaism. This Jewish experience was largely destroyed by the Nazis, but today it is enjoying a renaissance as many have discovered that its ideas and techniques provide meaningful pathways in life. Please join Rabbi Rosen to learn more about this spiritual practice and dive into the Jewish world of character building, personal ethics, and communal responsibility. Click in to register! -
Wednesday ,
MayMay 21 , 2025Studying Dirshuni with Rabbi Rachel Zerin
Wednesday, May 21st 6:00p to 7:15p
Join Rabbi Rachel Zerin and Women's Network as we explore both timely and timeless topics through the lens of "Dirshuni: Contemporary Women's Midrash", a book which weaves together ancient Jewish texts and contemporary women's voices. All are welcome, whether it is your first time or you are a regular. All you need is an interest in learning! Snacks will be provided. Note: Evening minyan begins at 5:30 pm (and please join us if you can!). Class will begin at approximately 6:00pm. -
Sunday ,
JunJune 1 , 2025Community Shavuot Gathering at The Emanuel
Sunday, Jun 1st 5:00p to 8:00p
Beth El Temple is partnering with The Emanuel Synagogue and Farmington Valley Jewish Congregation will host an all-ages Community Shavuot Gathering on Sunday, June 1 at 5pm. The link to register can be found inside. This event will include a community dinner, Shavuot pageant, 7th Graders JT Advancement, honoring seniors, adult learning, group prayer & delicious desserts. -
Monday ,
JunJune 2 , 2025Shavuot Day One Festival Services
Monday, Jun 2nd 9:30a to 12:00p
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