YOUR JEWISH HOME IN BANGOR
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
Introduction to the Rabbinic Bible
Shabbat Mornings 9:15am. Stay for services!
Rabbi Siemers will give shiur on a selection from the parasha with reference to the classic commentators. Texts will be provided. All are welcome, but Hebrew will be involved!
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The clergy of the Maine Jewish community have come together to explain why the use of the word “genocide” is so problematic. ![]()
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We call upon Maine’s leaders, and particularly its political leaders, to reject the irresponsible usage of the term “genocide” in describing the Israel-Hamas War. We also call upon Israeli and P...
The Sisterhood’s “Getting to Know the Hebrew Calendar” that was scheduled for Sunday, August 2nd is canceled. Please help spread the word since we cannot send an email at this time. Thank you and sorry!
If Congregation Beth Israel had not hosted Ms. Bellows as a gubernatorial candidate, and members had not received assurances that she did not agree with this language, along with her promise that she was against BDS legislation in-state, there would be no need to say a word.![]()
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But the reality is, this is a very cynical departure from assurances she gave many members of the Maine Jewish community.
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Shenna Bellows became Maine's secretary of state after leading the state's Holocaust center.
We welcome Rabbi Alter to Bangor, and we look forward to his role in our joint religious school with his congregation.![]()
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Not to mention we're stoked to see his Darth Vader costume at the annual community Purim Carnival!
Bangor’s new rabbi wants to bring playfulness to religious life
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Rabbi Daniel Alter started last week and will hold his first Shabbat service on Friday.
