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Welcome to CBI
"Side by Side at CBI" is more than a saying - it's a feeling!
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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.
Sat, April 27 2024
19 Nisan 5784
Online Minyan and service
Upcoming Events
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Monday ,
AprApril 29 , 2024
Monday, Apr 29th (All day)
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Tuesday ,
AprApril 30 , 2024
Tuesday, Apr 30th (All day)
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Wednesday ,
MayMay 1 , 2024Sisterhood Board Meeting
Wednesday, May 1st 5:00p to 6:00p
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Wednesday ,
MayMay 1 , 2024Sisterhood General Meeting
Wednesday, May 1st 6:45p to 8:00p
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Friday ,
MayMay 3 , 2024
Friday, May 3rd 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 ,
MayMay 3 , 2024
Friday, May 3rd 10:00a to 11:30a
Join your friends for a fun morning of singing and movement -
Saturday ,
MayMay 4 , 2024
Shabbat, May 4th 10:15a to 11:45a
Celebrate Shabbat in a family and child friendly service designed to build community, facilitate understanding of the Shabbat service, and promote comfort in participating. In this space we are a diverse community of learners, thinkers, talkers, movers, and there will be something for everyone. We are looking forward to sharing this Shabbat experience with you! -
Sunday ,
MayMay 5 , 2024Men's Club builds the Kotel
Sunday, May 5th (All day)
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Sunday ,
MayMay 5 , 2024
Sunday, May 5th 10:30a to 12:00p
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Wednesday ,
MayMay 8 , 2024
Wednesday, May 8th 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 ,
MayMay 10 , 2024
Friday, May 10th 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 ,
MayMay 10 , 2024
Friday, May 10th 10:00a to 11:30a
Join your friends for a fun morning of singing and movement -
Sunday ,
MayMay 12 , 2024
Sunday, May 12th 11:00a to 1:00p
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Wednesday ,
MayMay 15 , 2024
Wednesday, May 15th 9:30a to 11:00a
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Wednesday ,
MayMay 15 , 2024
Wednesday, May 15th 12:00p to 1:30p