CBE is a spiritual, cultural, and intellectual hub for Jewish life
Congregation Beth Elohim, fondly known as CBE, offers authentic, meaningful and outside the box Jewish experiences for those in our Brooklyn community and beyond.
We are deeply committed to education for all ages, community-building, spiritual life, and social justice. We are inspired to learn about our tradition while we engage with the present and positively impact our future. Our Reform congregation welcomes seekers from all Jewish movements, from other faiths, and at all levels of Jewish experience, including those who are new to our traditions and those who are questioning.
Annual Appeal
Thank you to everyone who has already given to this year's Annual Appeal. Your ongoing support determines our success and ensures that CBE can continue to thrive for generations to come. If you haven't yet given to the Annual Appeal, we hope you will consider making a gift today.
Klezmer Hanukkah Celebration
Please gather with us to light candles and eat latkes before Kabbalat Shabbat services—and enjoy sufganyot together.
During services: CBE is excited to partner with Yiddish New York on a special klezmerish/yidishlekh Kabboles-Shabbos service! Featuring Cantor Breitzer, Hazzan Sarah Myerson, Hazzan Jeff Warschauer, multi-instrumentalist Ilya Shneyveys and violinist and singer Deborah Strauss.
Early Childhood Center
Now in its 47th year, the ECC offers a warm, joyful, inclusive preschool program that instills confidence, builds a foundation for critical-thinking skills, and fosters a life-long love of learning.
Rabbi Timoner's Sermons on Israel & Gaza
Since October 7, Rabbi Timoner’s sermons have touched on a wide range of Jewish teachings to offer perspective, guidance, and moral clarity during this impossible moment.
ECC Babies & Tots Club: FREE!
The colder months are coming—come warm up with us in the ECC’s brand new space in Prospect Heights! At this drop-in program, children explore age-appropriate materials, sing songs, listen to stories and get a taste of preschool playtime along with their parents or caregivers.
Shabbat at CBE
Join us for Shabbat services every Friday night in the CBE Chapel at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday mornings in the CBE Sanctuary at 9:30 a.m. Shir L'Shabbat for families with young children (newborn–5) takes place on Shabbat mornings at 9:30 a.m. in the CBE Social Hall.
CBE Sermons
December 7 | Rabbinic Intern Evan Traylor | Vayeitzei 5785
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Come Together
Beit K'nesset
Open to people from all backgrounds and faiths, CBE is a hub for members and the community at-large. In good times and bad, we celebrate with and support one another.
Learn
Beit Midrash
From early childhood through adulthood, CBE offers ample learning opportunities for all ages and stages.
Spiritually Connect
Beit Tefilah
Dedicated to honoring Reform Jewish traditions, CBE provides a comfortable spiritual home for all who come through our doors.