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Petaluma's Inclusive Center for Jewish Life
  • <a href="https://www.bnaiisrael.net/community/social-action" target=""> <span class="slider_title"> ABRAZOS (Embraces) </span> </a> <span class="slider_description">Follow their emotional journey to Guatemala to meet their grandparents for the first time. Screening online May 9-16, 2021.</span> <a href="https://www.bnaiisrael.net/community/social-action" class="slider_link" target=""> Read More </a>
  • <a href="https://www.bnaiisrael.net/worship/czech-scroll" target=""> <span class="slider_title"> The Czech Torah Scroll </span> </a> <span class="slider_description">An important piece of Jewish history, from Rokycany to Petaluma</span> <a href="https://www.bnaiisrael.net/worship/czech-scroll" class="slider_link" target=""> Read More </a>
  • <a href="/community/sisterhood/gift-shop" target=""> <span class="slider_title"> Visit Our Gift Shop </span> </a> <span class="slider_description">Browse the catalog online, then call the office to place your order.</span> <a href="/community/sisterhood/gift-shop" class="slider_link" target=""> Read More </a>
  • <a href="/shabbat-connect" target=""> <span class="slider_title"> Shabbat Connect </span> </a> <span class="slider_description">Shabbat Connect gatherings are taking place on Zoom.</span> <a href="/shabbat-connect" class="slider_link" target=""> Read More </a>
  • <a href="/backyard-beautification" target=""> <span class="slider_title"> Beautification Project </span> </a> <span class="slider_description">Our backyard will be transformed into an engaging venue for religious, educational and recreational programs and activities.</span> <a href="/backyard-beautification" class="slider_link" target=""> Read More </a>
  • <a href="/special-events" target=""> <span class="slider_title"> Programs & Events </span> </a> <span class="slider_description">Though we cannot meet in person, we are still offering virtual programming and opportunities for study via Zoom.</span> <a href="/special-events" class="slider_link" target=""> Read More </a>
  • <a href="/worship" target=""> <span class="slider_title"> Spiritual Life </span> </a> <span class="slider_description">We balance traditional spiritual worship with alternative services, like Musical Shabbat and Family Shabbat services, to bring a wide range of ways for our community to feel connected to their Jewish heritage and teachings.</span> <a href="/worship" class="slider_link" target=""> Read More </a>

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Welcome To B'nai Israel Jewish Center

Petaluma's Inclusive Center For Jewish Life
 

Spiritual Life

We offer a range of ways to connect with your spirituality, from traditional services to alternative gatherings. Our goal is to offer a rich Jewish immersion in song, scripture and soulfulness.

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Learning

We believe in life-long learning and offer opportunities for enrichment and growth from preschool to adult education. Check out our schools and classes.

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Community

We have a robust role in the community inside and outside BIJC. From interfaith groups to volunteer opportunities, our groups are out giving and caring for the community at large.

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Upcoming Events

Stay connected with B'nai Israel as we transform the way people experience Jewish life.

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  • Sunday ,
    MayMay  9 , 2021
     
     
    ABRAZOS Online Screening
    Sunday, May 9th 12:00a to Sunday, May 16th 12:00p
    View the award winning documentary Abrazos (Embraces) online all week long

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  • Wednesday ,
    MayMay  12 , 2021
     
     
    Who ARE Those People.... part II
    Wednesday, May 12th 7:00p to 8:30p
    Our popular Zoom interview series resumes on April 14 and runs every other Wednesday until June 9. Zoom link in the BIJC Newsletter.

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  • Sunday ,
    MayMay  16 , 2021
     
     
    ABRAZOS Director Q&A
    Sunday, May 16th 1:00p to 2:00p
    Join the panel discussion with the director of Abrazos (Embraces), Guatemalan-born filmmaker Luis Argueta. Moderated by Rabbi Ted Feldman with guests including Petaluma immigration activist and City Councilmember Dennis Pocekay and some of the children featured in the film.

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  • Sunday ,
    MayMay  16 , 2021
     
     
    Tikkun Leyl Shavuot
    Sunday, May 16th 7:00p to 9:00p
    Join us for Ma'ariv (Evening) Service followed by a Torah study session.

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Tue, May 11 2021 29 Iyyar 5781