We are excited to announce our next Scholar-in Residence November 10 - 11 Parshat Chayei Sarah
Rabbi Moshe Kurtz will join CBAJ for special lectures and to discuss his new book. Rabbi Kurtz uses the lens of halacha (Jewish law) to explore contemporary issues.
To start things off CBAJ will host a Friday Night Dinner
PLEASE REGISTER HERE (prior registration required to attend - deadline Tues. 11/7, 9:00 am) We are still looking for a few more sponsors!
Schedule of events Friday Night Dinner 5:30 pm Lecture & Discussion 6:30 pm (following dinner)
Shabbat morning lecture & discussion: Harmful Speech, Sensitivity, and "Political Correctness" following morning services
Simcha Kiddush following Shabbat morning lecture
Shabbat Afternoon Shiur (in lieu of weekly Talmud Class) Is it ever 'Too Hot' for Halachah? Exploring the Concepts of איסטניס and מצטער. 4:30-5:30 pm (followed by Maariv)
Dessert Reception, book signing, and discussion Saturday evening 7:00 pm
about Rabbi Moshe Kurtz
Rabbi Kurtz is the assistant rabbi of Congregation Agudath Sholom in Stamford, CT, where he lives with his wife, Marisa, and their beloved daughter, Talya.
Rabbi Kurtz lectures on a range of contemporary issues, including political correctness, nationalism, and gender identity, through the halachic lens. His writings have appeared in forums such as The Journal of Halacha and Contemporary Society (“RJJ Journal”), Panim Journal, Tradition, The Lehrhaus, and Torah Musings.
He recently published his first sefer, Challenging Assumptions (Mosaica Press, 2023).
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
We are excited to announce our next Scholar-in Residence November 10 - 11 Parshat Vayera
Rabbi Moshe Kurtz will join CBAJ for special lectures and to discuss his new book. Rabbi Kurtz uses the lens of halacha (Jewish law) to explore contemporary issues.
To start things off CBAJ will host a Friday Night Dinner
PLEASE REGISTER HERE (prior registration required to attend - deadline Tues. 11/7, 9:00 am) We are still looking for a few more sponsors!
Schedule of events Friday Night Dinner 5:30 pm Lecture & Discussion 6:30 pm (following dinner)
Shabbat morning lecture & discussion: Harmful Speech, Sensitivity, and "Political Correctness" following morning services
Simcha Kiddush following Shabbat morning lecture
Shabbat Afternoon Shiur (in lieu of weekly Talmud Class) Is it ever 'Too Hot' for Halachah? Exploring the Concepts of איסטניס and מצטער. 4:30-5:30 pm (followed by Maariv)
Dessert Reception, book signing, and discussion Saturday evening 7:00 pm
about Rabbi Moshe Kurtz
Rabbi Kurtz is the assistant rabbi of Congregation Agudath Sholom in Stamford, CT, where he lives with his wife, Marisa, and their beloved daughter, Talya.
Rabbi Kurtz lectures on a range of contemporary issues, including political correctness, nationalism, and gender identity, through the halachic lens. His writings have appeared in forums such as The Journal of Halacha and Contemporary Society (“RJJ Journal”), Panim Journal, Tradition, The Lehrhaus, and Torah Musings.
He recently published his first sefer, Challenging Assumptions (Mosaica Press, 2023).
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
Rabbi Kurtz is the assistant rabbi of Congregation Agudath Sholom in Stamford, CT, where he lives with his wife, Marisa, and their beloved daughter, Talya.
Rabbi Kurtz lectures on a range of contemporary issues, including political correctness, nationalism, and gender identity, through the halachic lens. His writings have appeared in forums such as The Journal of Halacha and Contemporary Society (“RJJ Journal”), Panim Journal, Tradition, The Lehrhaus, and Torah Musings.
He recently published his first sefer, Challenging Assumptions (Mosaica Press, 2023).
A complete schedule of special lectures and discussion about Rabbi Kurtz's new book to follow
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
CBAJ is proud to join the wider community at the Albany JCC for " Lehrhaus, A Community Learning: Judaism & the Ethics of War" in solidarity with Israel. Rabbi Kean will participate in the panel. To register,click here or use the QR code below.
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
TheFirst Simcha Kiddush of the New Year 10/21/2023
UPDATED ISRAEL SOLIDARITY PARTICIPATION: DUE TO THE ONGOING WAR IN ISRAEL, CBAJ WILL USE THIS UPCOMING KIDDUSH TO HONOR OUR COMMUNITY MEMBERS WITH CONNECTIONS TO ISRAEL. PLEASE USE THIS OPPORTUNITY TO LET US KNOW IF YOU WOULD LIKE CBAJ TO ACKNOWLEDGE YOU, YOUR FAMILY MEMBER, OR LOVED ONE WHO IS IN ISRAEL, WHO IS SERVING IN TZAHAL, WHO WAS AFFECTED BY THE CRISIS (HEAVEN FORBID). PLEASE EMAIL LAURA SEGAL, CBAJ PRESIDENT, WITH ANYONE YOU WOULD LIKE TO INCLUDE.
Celebrate a birthday or mark an anniversary. Announce an engagement, marriage, or a new baby Make known an achievement or express gratitude
Sponsors are invited to submit their celebratory announcements by next Thursday 10/19/2023
Click here to complete the online form or email office@cbaj.org
For those new to CBAJ, once a month, the Kiddush will be specially prepared by our Simcha Kiddush Committee & co-sponsored (at any level you'd like) by members of our community celebrating a special occasion that month.
Please email events@cbaj.org if you are interested in joining the Simcha Kiddush Committee
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
TheFirst Simcha Kiddush of the New Year 10/21/2023
Celebrate a birthday or mark an anniversary. Announce an engagement, marriage, or a new baby Make known an achievement or express gratitude
Sponsors are invited to submit their celebratory announcements by next Thursday 10/19/2023
Click here to complete the online form or email office@cbaj.org
For those new to CBAJ, once a month, the Kiddush will be specially prepared by our Simcha Kiddush Committee & co-sponsored (at any level you'd like) by members of our community celebrating a special occasion that month.
Please email events@cbaj.org if you are interested in joining the Simcha Kiddush Committee
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
We need volunteers to help finish building the CBAJ sukkah on Wednesday, 9/27
There are two times to help:
1) Following shacharit, Artie Brenner will lead a small but capable team of underdogs to carry all of the walls/roofing from the attic to the parking lot.
2) At 5pm, a (hopefully) larger crowd will come and put up the walls and the roof.
Thank you !
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
The beautiful season of Yamim Noraim is upon us. The excitement is growing as the High Holy days of awe come closer. Like many of you, I am busy thinking about preparing special holiday foods, cleaning, and getting excited to welcome our family and guests who will be joining us.
This is also the time for deep reflection, a time to find our real selves, our potential in life, wondering if we achieved our goals and thinking about how we can improve.
With my first year serving as CBAJ President behind me, I am filled with gratitude for this community, people who go above and beyond on a regular basis. No fan fair, no need for praise, just quietly, persistently, lovingly, taking care of our Shul and each other.
When our recent guest speaker announced that although she has been to many, many shuls over her long career, ours is the friendliest one she’s ever been to, I couldn’t stop smiling. That was a proud moment.
I am proud that we understand what it takes to run a Shul, making it a place everyone who wants to be a member or participate in a program is able to, no matter their financial situation.
I am proud that you will contribute what you can to sustain our beloved CBAJ.
Your donation contributes to our biggest annual fundraiser. The Chai Campaign supports our educational initiatives, social programs, celebrations, holidays, and helps to ensure all who want to participate are welcome.
You can make your donation byclicking on this link, contacting the office, or sending in a check.
May we all be inscribed for a year of success, good health, happiness and meaning in our lives.
With warmest regards, Laura Segal President, Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
On Sunday, July 30 at 9:00 am the CBAJ Playground is getting some work done and we need volunteers to help with spreading the new mulch and cleaning up the space. All are welcome, especially families with children of all ages. We had a great time the last few times so please come and enjoy!
Bagels and drinks will be provided.
Bring your own tarps, gloves, rakes and shovels.
Please also bring old newspapers for some extra weed control.
On Sunday, July 30 at 9:00 am the CBAJ Playground is getting some work done and we need volunteers to help with spreading the new mulch and cleaning up the space. All are welcome, especially families with children of all ages. We had a great time the last few times so please come and enjoy!
Bagels and drinks will be provided.
Bring your own tarps, gloves, rakes and shovels.
Please also bring old newspapers for some extra weed control.
June is our special Graduation Simcha Kiddush in celebration of all moving-up or graduation accomplishments email your graduate's photo for our photo board! office@cbaj.org ~ We will also be acknowledging the participation of our CBAJ Life & Legacy members ~ As always we are happy to share in the celebration of any simcha
Celebrate a birthday or mark an anniversary. Announce an engagement, marriage, or a new baby Make known an achievement or express gratitude
Sponsors are invited to submit their celebratory announcements by Thursday 6/15/2022
For those new to CBAJ, once a month, the Kiddush will be specially prepared by our Simcha Kiddush Committee & co-sponsored (at any level you'd like) by members of our community celebrating a special occasion that month.
Please email events@cbaj.org if you are interested in joining the Simcha Kiddush Committee
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
The MaySimcha Kiddush is on 5/6/2023 and is being combined with our Scholar-in-Residence programming with Dr. Rachel Anisfeld!
Celebrate a birthday or mark an anniversary. Announce an engagement, marriage, or a new baby Make known an achievement or express gratitude OR be a Scholar-in-Residence Sponsor
Sponsors are invited to submit their celebratory announcements by noon, Thursday 5/4/2023
For those new to CBAJ, once a month, the Kiddush will be specially prepared by our Simcha Kiddush Committee & co-sponsored (at any level you'd like) by members of our community celebrating a special occasion that month.
Please email events@cbaj.org if you are interested in joining the Simcha Kiddush Committee
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
For those new to CBAJ, once a month, the Kiddush will be specially prepared by our Simcha Kiddush Committee & co-sponsored (at any level you'd like) by members of our community celebrating a special occasion that month.
Please email events@cbaj.org if you are interested in joining the Simcha Kiddush Committee
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
For those new to CBAJ, once a month, the Kiddush will be specially prepared by our Simcha Kiddush Committee & co-sponsored (at any level you'd like) by members of our community celebrating a special occasion that month.
Please email events@cbaj.org if you are interested in joining the Simcha Kiddush Committee
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
HALACHIC NOTICE: ETROG DISPOSAL This past year was the Shemitah year in Israel, and the etrogim that CBAJ distributed were grown in Israel during the Shemitah Year. This means that our etrogrim have the kedusha (sanctity) of shemitah year produce, and must be treated with extra reverence. The etrogim should ideally be disposed of or eaten by Tu Bishvat (February 6, 2023), which is one week from today. The etrogim may be disposed of in one of the two ways: 1. The etrogim may be eaten. The seeds may be disposed of normally, however the peels should be treated in accordance with option 2. for disposal. Please note: Concerns have been raised about the heavy use of pesticides in etrogim. You are encouraged to look into this independently before eating your etrog. 2. They may be allowed to rot or shrivel up beyond the point of consumption, and then disposed of respectfully (i.e. by burying it or by wrapping it up and then disposing into garbage). Nothing may be done to actively hasten the etrog decomposing-it must be passively allowed to shrivel up.
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
For those new to CBAJ, once a month, the Kiddush will be specially prepared by our Simcha Kiddush Committee & co-sponsored (at any level you'd like) by members of our community celebrating a special occasion that month.
Please email events@cbaj.org if you are interested in joining the Simcha Kiddush Committee
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
TheDecember Simcha Kiddush is on 12/17/2022 ! Celebrate a birthday or mark an anniversary. Announce an engagement, marriage, or a new baby Make known an achievement or express gratitude
Sponsors are invited to submit their celebratory announcements by 12/15/2022
Click here to complete the online form or email office@cbaj.org
For those new to CBAJ, once a month, the Kiddush will be specially prepared by our Simcha Kiddush Committee & co-sponsored (at any level you'd like) by members of our community celebrating a special occasion that month.
Please email events@cbaj.org if you are interested in joining the Simcha Kiddush Committee
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
The November Simcha Kiddush is on 11/19/2022 ! This will also be a ourNew Members Luncheon Sponsors are invited to submit their celebratory announcements by 11/17/2022
Celebrate a birthday or mark an anniversary. Announce an engagement, marriage, or a new baby Make known an achievement or express gratitude
Click here to complete the online form or email office@cbaj.org
For those new to CBAJ, once a month, the Kiddush will be specially prepared by our Simcha Committee and co-sponsored (at any level you'd like) by members of our community celebrating a special occasion that month.
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
The November Simcha Kiddush is on 11/19/2022 ! This will also be a ourNew Members Luncheon Sponsors are invited to submit their celebretory announcments by 11/17/2022
Celebrate a birthday or mark an anniversary. Announce an engagement,marriage, or a new baby Make known an achievement or express gratitude
Click here to complete the online form or email office@cbaj.org
For those new to CBAJ, once a month, the Kiddush will be specially prepared by our Simcha Committee and co-sponsored (at any level you'd like) by members of our community celebrating a special occasion that month.
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
The November Simcha Kiddush is on 11/19/2022 ! This will also be a ourNew Members Luncheon Sponsors are invited to submit their celebretory announcments by 11/17/2022
Celebrate a birthday or mark an anniversary. Announce an engagement,marriage, or a new baby Make known an achievement or express gratitude
Click here to complete the online form or email office@cbaj.org
For those new to CBAJ, once a month, the Kiddush will be specially prepared by our Simcha Committee and co-sponsored (at any level you'd like) by members of our community celebrating a special occasion that month.
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
HALACHIC NOTICE: ETROG DISPOSAL This past year was the Shemitah year in Israel, and the etrogim that CBAJ distributed were grown in Israel during the Shemitah Year. This means that our etrogrim have the kedusha (sanctity) of shemitah year produce, and must be treated with extra reverence. The etrogim may be disposed of in one of the two ways: 1. The etrogim may be eaten. The seeds may be disposed of normally, however the peels should be treated in accordance with option 2. for disposal. Please note: Concerns have been raised about the heavy use of pesticides in etrogim. You are encouraged to look into this independently before eating your etrog. 2. They may be allowed to rot or shrivel up beyond the point of consumption, and then disposed of respectfully (i.e. by burying it or by wrapping it up and then disposing into garbage). Nothing may be done to actively hasten the etrog decomposing-it must be passively allowed to shrivel up. Either way, the etrog should ideally be disposed of or eaten by Tu Bishvat (February 6, 2023).
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
HALACHIC NOTICE: ETROG DISPOSAL This past year was the Shemitah year in Israel, and the etrogim that CBAJ distributed were grown in Israel during the Shemitah Year. This means that our etrogrim have the kedusha (sanctity) of shemitah year produce, and must be treated with extra reverence. The etrogim may be disposed of in one of the two ways: 1. The etrogim may be eaten. The seeds may be disposed of normally, however the peels should be treated in accordance with option 2. for disposal. Please note: Concerns have been raised about the heavy use of pesticides in etrogim. You are encouraged to look into this independently before eating your etrog. 2. They may be allowed to rot or shrivel up beyond the point of consumption, and then disposed of respectfully (i.e. by burying it or by wrapping it up and then disposing into garbage). Nothing may be done to actively hasten the etrog decomposing-it must be passively allowed to shrivel up. Either way, the etrog should ideally be disposed of or eaten by Tu Bishvat (February 6, 2023).
SHMINI ATZERET & SIMCHAT TORAH SCHEDULES
Hoshana Rabah Sunday, October 16 Morning service 8:00 AM Candle Lighting 5:53 PM Mincha followed by Ma'ariv 5:50 pm
Shemini Atzeret Monday, October 17 Morning Services with Yizkor 9:00 AM Mincha followed by Ma’ariv 5:50 PM with class by Torah Tours guest Gillian Herszage with Simchat Torah Hakafot Pre-Hakafot dinner will be served to children (3rd grade & under) at 5:45 pm Candle Lighting After 6:52 PM Pizza Dinner 8:15 PM Simchat Torah Tuesday, October 18 Morning Services 9:00 AM With Hakafot, Women's Torah Reading, Simchat Torah Honorees Followed by the Annual Ungerman Breakfast & Lunch Evening Services 5:50 PM with class by Torah Tours guest Baruch Lerman Yom Tov ends 6:51 PM
NCSY Albany chapter Shabbaton October 16-18 (Shemini Atzeret/Simchat Torah): "The Real Joy Simchaton" Sunday, October 16 7pm: Carlos and Gabby’s Simcha Dinner: CBAJ Sukkah (CBAJ Social Hall-if rain) Monday, October 17 4:30pm: Hakafot Pre-Game Show: CBAJ Chapel/Classrooms Tuesday, October 18 3:30: Simcha of Torah Chill (Senior NCSY Grades 8-12): CBAJ Classrooms Games, Chaburas, Desserts Tefilah, Hakafot, and meals (Monday night and Tuesday morning & afternoon) with CBAJ.
We are also excited to welcome back Yeshiva University's Torah Tours!
YOUTH PROGRAMMING
Youth Groups Groups for kids in grades k-5 will begin on Monday at 10:00 am. On Tuesday (Simchat Torah day), groups will run from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm (approximtely after breakfast until the end of davening).
Babysitting Babysitting for children 5 and under will begin at 10 am on Monday & Tuesday
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
