November 6, 2024 -

  • 419.517.8400

Welcome to Congregation B'nai Israel

Congregation B’nai Israel is the center for Conservative Judaism in the greater Toledo, Ohio area. We are an egalitarian, inclusive congregation, and embrace both Jews and those in the community at large who wish to explore and enhance their connection with God and with Jewish spirituality, learning and culture. We are committed to Jewish tradition, while also recognizing the wonderful diversity of modern life. We enthusiastically welcome interfaith couples and families as well as members of the LGBTQ+ community and those considering associating with the Jewish community.

Our dedication to the concept of lifelong learning includes both adult education and a strong youth program, providing religious services, education, and programs for people of all ages.

CBI In-Person Attendance Policy

CBI welcomes back all members. Mask-wearing is OPTIONAL.

We ask that if you are feeling unwell or are exhibiting symptoms of the flu, Covid-19 or other illnesses that you either avoid in-person services or wear a mask to protect others.

Those who prefer not to attend in person are invited to watch our Live Stream or Zoom services.

For security purposes, we ask all guests to call the office at 419.517.8400 before attending.

CBI Live Stream & Zoom Services

OPTION 1: CLICK HERE TO GO DIRECTLY TO THE CBI LIVE STREAM​

Option 2: On your Computer, Tablet or Cell Phone:

At the top of the home page, click on the “Live Stream” tab. When the page opens, you will be connected to the live stream service.

Option 3: On your Smart TV:

Open the YouTube app and search for “Congregation B’nai Israel – Sylvania, Ohio”.
Be sure to click on the listing that says “Sylvania, Ohio”. Please “subscribe” to the CBI channel so that you can easily locate our live stream services in the future.

A Zoom link and passcode will be emailed to CBI members before the service date and time.

If you did not receive the information or are from another congregation and would like to participate, please contact the office during business hours at 419.517.8400.

Daily Services Schedule

Monday & Thursday at 8:00 AM – In Person/Zoom
Monday – Thursday at 5:45 PM – Zoom
Kabbalat Shabbat, Friday at 5:45 PM – Zoom
Shabbat, Saturday at 9:30 AM – In Person/Live Stream
*Sunday at 9:30 AM – In Person/Zoom

*when Religious School is in session

*Please contact the CBI office for the link and passcode to Zoom services.

This Week's Torah Portion

Monthly Calendar of Services and Events

Click the icon above to view and download the CBI Monthly Calendar

CBI High Holiday Services Schedule 2024 - 5785

Click the icon above to view and download the CBI High Holiday Services Schedule 2024 - 5785

Upcoming Events

Parashat Hashavuah: Torah Portion of the Week

Friday mornings 11 AM – 12 PM, In-person at CBI

November 1, 8, 15, 22, 2024

Join us each Friday morning to discuss and learn the weekly Torah portion with fellow CBI members and friends.

No registration or a knowledge of Torah required. Let’s all learn together!

THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS WITH RSVP

CBI Movie Festival:
"The Last Resort"

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 1:00 PM In-Person at CBI

Run time: 1 hour, 10 minutes
An uncannily revealing portrait of American photographers, Andy Sweet and Gary Monroe, and the vibrant community of Jewish retirees they obsessively focused their camera’s lens on in the sunburned paradise of 1970’s Miami Beach.

Cost is $5 per movie. Snacks will be provided.

OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS

RSVP to Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org by Fri., November 1, 2024

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Nosh & Knowledge - CBI Adult Ed:
Visual Tour of Auschwitz

Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 1:00 PM, at CBI

This program is approximately 2 hours long

Cost is $10 per person.

This virtual tour of Auschwitz will be broadcast to a screen via Zoom at CBI. It is designed for people who have not visited Auschwitz before, however, those who have visited before are still encouraged to attend. The guide’s narration is conducted live. Additionally, the educator will also use multimedia materials, archival photographs, artistic works, documents, and testimonies of Survivors. A question and answer session will follow the tour.

THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS WITH RSVP

Contact Kim Brody by Friday, November 8, 2024 at kbrody@cbitoledo.org to RSVP.

CBI Movie Festival:
"Itzhak"

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 1:00 PM In-Person at CBI

Run time: 1 hour, 22 minutes
From Schubert to Strauss, Bach to… Billy Joel, Itzhak Perlman’s transcendent violin playing evokes the depth of the human experience. This enchanting documentary details the virtuoso’s own struggles as a polio survivor and Jewish émigré, and reminds us why art is vital to life.

Cost is $5 per movie. Snacks will be provided.

OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS

RSVP to Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org by Fri., November 8, 2024

Volunteer to Help Hungry Children in Toledo

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Cherry Street Mission Building, 1501 Monroe Street

We are in need of 8-12 volunteers.

The volunteers will be putting together packages of food for children that live in the Toledo area.

RSVP to Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org.

CBI Movie Festival:
"Diane Von Furstenberg: Woman In Charge"

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 1:00 PM In-Person at CBI

Run time: 1 hour, 37 minutes
This film focuses on the life and work of Von Furstenberg, who created a name for herself in a field that was predominantly male and amassed a multi-million dollar fashion empire.

Cost is $5 per movie. Snacks will be provided.

OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS

RSVP to Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org by Fri., November 15, 2024

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Join us for Canasta!

Tuesdays at 12:30 – 2:45 PM In-Person at CBI

We have had great fun playing canasta on Tuesdays at Congregation B’nai Israel.

OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS

If you are interested in playing, please contact Rhoda Miller at rmiller@cbitoledo.org.

Visit the CBI Gift Shop for all your Judaica needs​

Shabbat Candles • Candlesticks • Kiddush cups • Challah Covers • Challah Knives & Boards •  Havdallah Sets • Holiday Items • Shofars • Menorahs • Jewelry Assortment • Mezuzzot & Scrolls • Tallits (Prayer Shawls) • Women's & Men's Kippot • Tzedakah Boxes • Jewish Books • Kid's Holiday Items • Jewish Books and much, much more!

To make an appointment, please contact the office at 419-517-8400.

Click the icon above to go to the Gift Shop web page.

Click the link below to learn about Jewish Community Programs & Events

Useful Links

Congregation B'nai Israel welcomes Interfaith families, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and all who seek a meaningful Jewish experience.

Directions

From the North:

Take US 23 to Sylvania Exit, turn left on Monroe St. to Harroun Rd. Take Harroun Rd. to Holland-Sylvania Ave., turn left at light. Take Holland-Sylvania Ave. to Sylvania Ave., turn right at light. Follow Sylvania Ave. about 1/2 mile to entrance to JCC/YMCA drive, turn left, then follow signs.

From the South:

Take US 23 to the Central Ave. Exit, turn left on Central Ave. Take Central Ave. to McCord Rd. (second light), turn right. Take McCord Rd. to Sylvania Ave. (about one mile), turn right, go about 1/4 mile to next light, turn right into JCC/YMCA drive, follow signs.

From the East:

Take I-475 West to Talmadge Rd. Exit, turn right on Talmadge Rd. Go to next light at Sylvania Ave. and turn left on Sylvania. Go about 2 and 1/2 miles on Sylvania Ave. to red light at entrance to JCC/YMCA drive, turn left, then follow signs.

Congregation B'nai Israel
6525 Sylvania Avenue, Sylvania, Ohio 43560
419.517.8400|Email Us