Congregation B'nai Jehoshua Beth Elohim

This year-long course meets weekly and is open to all adults whether or not you celebrated becoming a Bar/Bat Mitzvah when you were 13! Learn to read Hebrew and chant the basic Shabbat prayers, study the Jewish calendar and holidays, and read and discuss Tanakh together. The class culminates with a group B’nai Mitzvah/Confirmation ceremony.

Come and join Sisterhood for a fun afternoon of Mah Jongg or Canasta.

BJBE offers a mid-week opportunity for prayer on Wednesday mornings. Start your day by giving your spirit a workout, find friendship in community, and be present for fellow congregants who need to say Kaddish for a loved one.

Reform Jews at BJBE and around the world are rediscovering the study of Talmud and other rich, thought-provoking, and inspiring classical texts. Using English translations of the texts in a casual conversational format, we will continue to explore the wisdom of our Jewish sages and discover insights that constantly change our perspective on modern living, deepen our relationship with God, and transform our way of being in the world. The group meets on an ongoing basis throughout the year and you are welcome to join in at any time.

PFLAG promotes the well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender persons, and their families and friends. All meetings are confidential; PFLAG is a safe place to talk, listen and learn. Membership is not required and there is no charge to attend. Walk-ins are always welcome. For more information, contact Sue Ginsburg, PFLAG President Deerfield Chapter at 630-415-0622.

Join the BJBE community for a bowl of matzah ball soup and challah, followed by an uplifting multi-generational service featuring Kol Simchah Junior Choir.

On November 15th-16th from 5:15pm-9am, BJBE 9th-12th graders will have their first overnighter of 2019! Teens are invited for a Matzo Ball Shabbat, Sarpino’s pizza, and a night of sleuthing! After an incredible mystery program full of thrills and plot twists, we will have an ice cream bar (allergy-friendly options available) and wind down with mystery-themed activities (a screening of Murder on the Orient Express, and games of Clue!). Be sure to bring a change of pajamas! The Shul-In costs $20—checks or cash can be brought to the BJBE office in advance, or delivered at the start of Shul-In. Please sign up on the form: https://bjbe.shulcloud.com/form/syg-shul-in

Join the BJBE community for a bowl of matzah ball soup and challah, followed by an uplifting multi-generational service featuring Kol Simchah Junior Choir.

On November 15th-16th from 5:15pm-9am, BJBE 9th-12th graders will have their first overnighter of 2019! Teens are invited for a Matzo Ball Shabbat, Sarpino’s pizza, and a night of sleuthing! After an incredible mystery program full of thrills and plot twists, we will have an ice cream bar (allergy-friendly options available) and wind down with mystery-themed activities (a screening of Murder on the Orient Express, and games of Clue!). Be sure to bring a change of pajamas! The Shul-In costs $20—checks or cash can be brought to the BJBE office in advance, or delivered at the start of Shul-In. Please sign up on the form: https://bjbe.shulcloud.com/form/syg-shul-in

Celebrate Shabbat in a relaxed and informal environment with beautiful music and spirited singing, Torah reading, and an inspiring D’var Torah.

We explore the Torah verse-by-verse, picking up each week where we left off the week before. For Torah study veterans and beginners alike, this is a meaningful and thought-provoking exploration of our most cherished book. New students are always welcome.