Serving Hudson County’s Progressive Jewish Community for Over 150 Years

THE REFORM CONGREGATION OF JERSEY CITY

Welcome to Temple Beth-El

New to the area, new to Judaism, or seeking to reconnect – welcome to Temple Beth-El, a vibrant congregation committed to diversity, education, celebration, and bettering the world. Interfaith, multi-ethnic, single parent, gay, lesbian, and transgender individuals and families are warmly welcomed. Come visit; there is a place for you in this welcoming community.

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Services

Kabbalat Shabbat, Tot Shabbat, holidays, and special services

Religious School

The next generation of mensches

Membership

Be a Beth-El member on your own terms.

Social Action

Heal the world: Food Pantry, Family Promise and more, make the difference!

Leadership

Our clergy, officers, staff, board, committees

Upcoming Events

TBE Super Bowl Party

It’s a Party! It’s a Pot Luck!

It’s a chance to gather as a community and cheer and jeer, and root for and against teams we love or teams we don’t love as much.

Bring a dish and drinks to share

February 8, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Tot Shabbat

February 14, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Community Shabbat Dinner - Intro to Judaism Reunion

February 20th, we are especially welcoming alumni of our Introduction to Judaism classes to this dinner, though all are welcome. Refresh your Shabbat table skills and (re)connect with your classmates while celebrating a delicious Shabbat evening together. Register by Tuesday February 17th!

February 20, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

On the Calendar

February 8, 2026
  • Religious School
    9:30 am ( Add to Calendar)

    6th Grade B'nai Mitzvah Meeting

February 13, 2026
February 14, 2026
February 15, 2026
February 20, 2026
  • Congregational Shabbat Dinner
    7:00 pm ( Add to Calendar)

    Introduction to Judaism Reunion Dinner, however, all are invited to join us. All attendees must register by Tuesday, February 17 at: https://www.betheljc.org/give/donate-pay/ Check "Shabbat Dinner." Cost: $25/adult $12/child 3-10. All help with cleanup and we suggest you bring wine to share and Tupperware to take home leftovers.

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