The April13th Simcha Kiddush has been cancelled due to unforeseen reasons However... All Simcha Kiddush Sponsors & celebrants are invited to be sponsors for the Shabbat HaGadol Metzora Luncheon April 20th Click here to become a sponsor
include your celebratory information in the notes section
Tot Shabbat will proceed as scheduled April 13, 2024 For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3
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 office@cbaj.org if you are interested in joining the Simcha Kiddush Committee
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
Join the CBAJ Tot Shabbat For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3
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 office@cbaj.org if you are interested in joining the Simcha Kiddush Committee
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
We are grateful to have had Rabbi Kean as our Rabbi for the past three years. As time seems to move so quickly it is already time to reappoint Rabbi Kean for his next CBAJ contract. Thanks to all of you who gave us valuable feedback and filled out the membership survey, to Mark Israel, Elliot Chester and the Board of Directors for their assistance through this process. The next step is a membership meeting to review the survey results, answer any questions and vote to reappoint Rabbi Kean.
The meeting will take place on Sunday March 17th at 7:30 pm. You can either attend in person (there will be cookies:) or virtually (Go to: https://zoom.us/join, enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 and enter passcode: 613518).
All members in good standing will have a vote.
Any questions feel free to reach out to me atpresident@cbaj.org I look forward to seeing everyone on Sunday evening March 17th.
Most Sincerely,
Laura Segal CBAJ President
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
Join the CBAJ Tot Shabbat For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3
The submissions for the CBAJ Life & Legacy Art Contest : "What I love About Beth Abe" will be on display
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 are grateful to have had Rabbi Kean as our Rabbi for the past three years. As time seems to move so quickly it is already time to reappoint Rabbi Kean for his next CBAJ contract. Thanks to all of you who gave us valuable feedback and filled out the membership survey, to Mark Israel, Elliot Chester and the Board of Directors for their assistance through this process. The next step is a membership meeting to review the survey results, answer any questions and vote to reappoint Rabbi Kean.
The meeting will take place on Sunday March 17th at 7:30 pm. You can either attend in person (there will be cookies:) or virtually (Go to: https://zoom.us/join, enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 and enter passcode: 613518).
All members in good standing will have a vote.
Any questions feel free to reach out to me atpresident@cbaj.org I look forward to seeing everyone on Sunday evening March 17th.
Most Sincerely,
Laura Segal CBAJ President
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
Please email office@cbaj.org if your child plans to submit a piece of art for the Life & Legacy Art Contest We want to be sure all submission are received in time to be displayed at the March 16th Life & Legacy Simcha Kiddush
Calling all budding artists!
The CBAJ Life & Legacy Committee and our CBAJ Youth directors invite all CBAJ children, between the ages of 3 - 18 years, to participate in an art contest with the theme:
"What I Love About Beth Abe..."
All eligible CBAJ kids can create something meaningful to them, based on the theme "What I love about CBAJ". Please contact office@cbaj.org or one of the event coordinators listed below if your child plans to submit a piece of art.
Express yourself using any medium or format - either a piece of art or even a poem! Create a drawing, a painting or use a variety of materials.
Award winning art pieces will be presented, along with all submissions, at our very special
Life & Legacy Simcha Kiddush March 16
Show us your artistic talents and celebrate Life & Legacy. Our Children are indeed our future !!!
Any additional questions can be directed to Daniela Mikhaylova 518.577.0625 & Life & Legacy Committee chairs Ellen Kaplowitz 518.772.9706 Paula Mosher 518.724.9163
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
The CBAJ Life & Legacy Committee and our CBAJ Youth directors invite all CBAJ children, between the ages of 3 - 18 years, to participate in an art contest with the theme:
"What I Love About Beth Abe..."
All eligible CBAJ kids can create something meaningful to them, based on the theme "What I love about CBAJ". All entries are due by Monday, March 4th (Contact office@cbaj.org to coordinate).
Express yourself using any medium or format - either a piece of art or even a poem! Create a drawing, a painting or use a variety of materials.
To help with this endeavor come to CBAJ Sunday, February 25, 10 AM - Noon for a
Children's Creative Art Day with Youth Director Daniella Mikhaylova
Bring your own art supplies or use what will be made available. Young children should be accompanied by a parent.
Award winning art pieces will be presented, along with all submissions, at our very special
Life & Legacy Simcha Kiddush March 16
Show us your artistic talents and celebrate Life & Legacy. Our Children are indeed our future !!!
Any additional questions can be directed to Daniela Mikhaylova 518.577.0625 & Life & Legacy Committee chairs Ellen Kaplowitz 518.772.9706 Paula Mosher 518.724.9163
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
December Simcha Kiddush & Tot Shabbat 12/23/2203 (new date)
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 12/21/2023
Click here to complete the online form or email office@cbaj.org
Join the CBAJ Tot Shabbat For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3
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
Applications can now be submitted for the David and Rose Udelson Bray Scholarship Fund. The award is available to support undergraduate or graduate study.
Details about eligibility, the application process, and award amounts can be found here. Inquiries and completed applications may be sent to president@cbaj.org.
Applications for the current fall semester or upcoming spring semester are due bySunday, Decmeber 31, 2023.
Sincerely, Laura Segal President
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
December Simcha Kiddush & Tot Shabbat 12/23/2203 (new date)
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 12/21/2023
Click here to complete the online form or email office@cbaj.org
Join the CBAJ Tot Shabbat For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3
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
Applications can now be submitted for the David and Rose Udelson Bray Scholarship Fund. The award is available to support undergraduate or graduate study.
Details about eligibility, the application process, and award amounts can be found here. Inquiries and completed applications may be sent to president@cbaj.org.
Applications for the current fall semester or upcoming spring semester are due bySunday, Decmeber 31, 2023.
Sincerely, Laura Segal President
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob 380 Whitehall Rd Albany, NY 12208
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
