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 4: Jewrotica

Rebellious beats meet ancient wisdom in a vibrant fusion.

Our fourth session starts at CBI on May 22nd @ 7pm.  This one will be online and in-person. Let’s talk about sex. Jewish Erotica is a thing, and “sex positive” Judaism is also a thing.  We’ll discuss the place of human sexuality within Judaism.  We’ll get into masochism’s Jewish roots.  What salacious kinks are permitted?  THIS ONE IS NOT FOR THE KIDS, LIKE AT ALL.

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

RECENT PROGRAMMING

Intro to Judaism – Death and Mourning

Intro to Judaism – Kashrut, the National Diet

Intro to Judaism – Torah