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Shalom Y'all Means All
"Side by Side at CBI" is more than a saying - it's a way of life in our congregation. Our inclusive and egalitarian community offers the opportunity for all people to fully participate in our worship services, educational programs, and social events. An inclusive community is a stronger community.
We love to welcome new people and are a diverse group of Jews - including Jews of Color, Jews by Choice, interfaith families, LGBT+, and Jews from all over the world! If you don't feel like you belong at other synagogues, this might just be the place for you! If you grew up as a secular Jew and want to learn more about your Judaism; if you grew up Conservative and haven't been to synagogue lately; if you just moved to the area and are looking for a friendly new community - come spend a Shabbat with us!
Prayer Transliteration Booklets are available for your convenience in the book boxes on the seats.
Large Print Siddurs are available upon request from a greeter.
Habla Español? Solicita un siddur Ashkenazi para el Shabbat “Minjat Refael” traducido y transliterado en Español.
Curious about our building and our congregation? Join us for a upcoming service or schedule a tour.
Judaism teaches human beings are created b'tzelem Elohim, in the image of God, and each individual is essential to the synagogue and community. Congregation B'nai Israel celebrates equality and inclusion and is a welcoming and safe place for all.
Our annual Pride Shabbat, held in conjunction with St. Pete Pride, was the first synagogue-affiliated LGBTQA+ Pride event in the Southeastern US and draws people from across Central Florida and beyond.
Welcoming Children to Worship
Congregation B'nai Israel of St. Petersburg strives to be an open and welcoming environment for everyone, no one more so than our children.
Children learn about worship and belonging to a spiritual community by participating in services and religious programs. Children learn about being a synagogue family member by being with their synagogue family. At CBI, we believe it is a joy, privilege, and responsibility of every person in our community to guide and nurture our children in the Jewish faith.
WHAT CAN ADULTS DO?
Help parents know their children are welcome and wanted in synagogue. Be patient as children learn to use their ‘synagogue voices’.
WHAT CAN PARENTS DO?
Relax and know we are very glad you and your children are here. Participate as you are able. If your child must leave the sanctuary, ensure they have adult supervision. Make use of our picture and activity books located in the back of the sanctuary during services as you need, or bring your own silent, Shabbat-friendly, and age appropriate activities.
WHAT CAN CHILDREN DO?
Know how happy we are to have you as part of our synagogue family. If it’s hard sitting still, make use of our activity books or try to follow along with the songs and the service. Feel free to bring a silent activity of your own from home. Remember that prayer books are sacred and treat them with with respect.
Remember when people get older it becomes harder to hear when noise is going on around them, so try to use your quiet, synagogue voices while others are speaking. Feel free to follow along with the prayers in your regular singing voice.
If you feel like you’re having a hard time sitting still, ask your parents to take you to the lobby, or outside for a break. Watch the adults, learn, ask questions and be a part of the service.
Remember – we LOVE that you are here with us.
Tue, March 19 2024
9 Adar II 5784
Online Minyan and service
Today's Calendar
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Purim Spiel Rehearsals : 5:00pm |
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Upcoming Events
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Tuesday ,
MarMarch 19 , 2024
Tuesday, Mar 19th 5:00p to 6:30p
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Wednesday ,
MarMarch 20 , 2024
Wednesday, Mar 20th 12:00p to 1:00p
https://zoom.us/j/5403365269 Password: CBI2020 Audio Only Call-In: +19292056099 Meeting ID: 540 336 5269 Phone Password: 149321 -
Wednesday ,
MarMarch 20 , 2024
Wednesday, Mar 20th 5:00p to 6:30p
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Wednesday ,
MarMarch 20 , 2024
Wednesday, Mar 20th 6:45p to 8:15p
Not everyone had an opportunity for Jewish education when they were 13 years old. Not everyone took college courses about Judaism. Now is the chance to begin again! All are welcome. This course is also suitable for those wishing to learn more about Judaism. Topics will include prayer, kashrut, blessings, parenting, Shabbat, festivals, God, Torah, Israel, women’s changing roles in synagogue life and so much more! Partnering with Women's League for Conservative Judaism (WLCJ) and the Melton Research Center at JTS, the Etz Chayim He curriculum will be the starting point, but the full direction of the class will depend on you! Please contact Rabbi Weintraub for more details -
Friday ,
MarMarch 22 , 2024
Friday, Mar 22nd 10:00a to 11:00a
https://zoom.us/j/4475099917 Study the weekly parsha in a congregant led Zoom chat. Study materials will be provided during the session. -
Saturday ,
MarMarch 23 , 2024
Shabbat, Mar 23rd (All day)
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Sunday ,
MarMarch 24 , 2024
Sunday, Mar 24th (All day)
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Sunday ,
MarMarch 24 , 2024
Sunday, Mar 24th 10:00a to 2:00p
Purim fun for all ages after the Megillah reading, Purim Spiel and costume parade: Games and activities for young children, carnival games, bounce house, inflatable fun for kids and adults: sports complex activity bounce house, jousting arena, basketball, dump bucket--prepare to get wet! There will be Gaga and prizes, hot dogs and hamantaschen. Please bring $$$ for some super fun tzedakah opportunities! -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 24 , 2024
Sunday, Mar 24th 12:00p to 1:00p
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Wednesday ,
MarMarch 27 , 2024
Wednesday, Mar 27th 6:45p to 8:15p
Not everyone had an opportunity for Jewish education when they were 13 years old. Not everyone took college courses about Judaism. Now is the chance to begin again! All are welcome. This course is also suitable for those wishing to learn more about Judaism. Topics will include prayer, kashrut, blessings, parenting, Shabbat, festivals, God, Torah, Israel, women’s changing roles in synagogue life and so much more! Partnering with Women's League for Conservative Judaism (WLCJ) and the Melton Research Center at JTS, the Etz Chayim He curriculum will be the starting point, but the full direction of the class will depend on you! Please contact Rabbi Weintraub for more details -
Thursday ,
MarMarch 28 , 2024
Thursday, Mar 28th 6:45p to 8:00p
Brush up on your Hebrew reading while learning or reviewing the parts of the Seder! Our focus will be reading fluency, but we will have plenty of opportunity to discuss the parts of the Seder in detail, investing them with meaning and music to add to our Passover experiences. This class meets in person after minyan at CBI. -
Friday ,
MarMarch 29 , 2024
Friday, Mar 29th (All day)
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Friday ,
MarMarch 29 , 2024
Friday, Mar 29th 10:00a to 11:00a
https://zoom.us/j/4475099917 Study the weekly parsha in a congregant led Zoom chat. Study materials will be provided during the session. -
Friday ,
MarMarch 29 , 2024
Friday, Mar 29th 7:00p to 9:00p
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Sunday ,
MarMarch 31 , 2024
Sunday, Mar 31st 5:30p to 6:30p