Congregation B’nai Israel

Judaism for Today In a Warm and Caring Environment


“We believe in a living, vital and transformative Judaism.”

The Welcoming Faces of B’nai Israel

Welcome

Rabbi’s Office Hours

Rabbi Altenburger invites you to meet with her and will be available any day except Wednesday and Shabbat. Please feel free to call or stop by. (203) 792-6161. [Continue Reading about our Rabbi]

Who We Are

kids-star At CBI…
-We believe in transforming ourselves for the better through Judaism.
-We believe in transforming the world for the better through Judaism. [Continue Reading]

Gan Shalom Preschool Program

Enrollment open for Gan Shalom 2017

At Congregation B’nai Israel we believe in a vital and engaging Jewish life, and our Pre-K program reflects that. Children from 4 to 6 years old experience holidays, customs and Hebrew in an interactive and fun way. Another great perk? Due to our generous donors, this program is FREE. Sundays from 10 to 12. Synagogue ... [Continue Reading]

We are here for you!

If you or anyone you know is ill or in need of support, please call our Bikur Cholim (Caring) Committee at 203-792-6161.

The Forum – Features and Articles from the Bulletin

Guns and Gun Control

By Rabbi Nelly Altenburger There is an old tradition in Judaism – it is roughly 200 years old – that anything that happens in the week can be connected, somehow, to the Torah portion. ... [Continue Reading]

Outreach

We welcome interfaith and diverse families & individuals. Visit the Outreach page for more videos

Adult Education

Kabbalat Shabbat

Friday Night Services monthly.  ALL are welcome! Rabbi Altenburger will be leading services and telling a Jewish story. Light refreshments will be ... [Continue Reading]

Congregation B’nai Israel
193 Clapboard Ridge Road
Danbury, CT 06811
(203) 792-6161
cbi193clap@gmail.com
Proud member of the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism

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