EVERYONE IS WELCOME AT CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL

The oldest, continuously functioning synagogue in Maine

If you’re looking for a welcoming Jewish place of worship in Bangor, Maine, come to Congregation Beth Israel.

Our Jewish learning center and synagogue offers you the opportunity to:

  • Build strong relationships with members of the Bangor Jewish community
  • Empower others to embrace diversity and fight for social justice
  • Improve your Hebrew literacy skills through Jewish group learning

Join us for Shabbat or weekday services to see what Congregation Beth Israel is all about.

Upcoming Events

Punk Rock Torah
Session 3: Deontology and Consequentialism

Rebellious beats meet ancient wisdom in a vibrant fusion.

Our third session starts at CBI on March 20th @ 6pm.  This one will be online and in-person.  In this session, we’ll talk about the tension between consequentialism (where we gauge right and wrong based on the consequences of an action) and deontology (actions are right or wrong under a series of rules, not consequences).  We’ll also discuss modern Judaism’s increasing emphasis on virtue ethics, even though it’s present as far back as Rambam.

More details here.

Weekday Evening Minyan!

Join us for weekday minyan on Monday and Thursday @ 5:30pm, and Fridays for Kabbalat Shabbat at 5:30pm

Shabbat on Saturday

Join us for Shabbat at 10:00am on Saturdays!

Sunday Minyan @ 9:00am

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