Bar and Bat Mitzvah is an exciting step along the path of one’s Jewish education. Since the Middle Ages, this unique Jewish life-cycle event represents a transitional moment between childhood and young adulthood. Bar Mitzvah (for a boy) and Bat Mitzvah (for a girl) takes place when a student is at least 13 years old and has completed the religious school and congregational requirements necessary to be called to the Torah for the first time. While B’nai Mitzvah (plural) are celebrated on the Bima and are important life-cycle events for the entire family, traditionally, they are a rite of passage to middle and high school Jewish learning. Our B’nai Mitzvah celebrations are filled with joy are personalized for each student. It is both an academic achievement and a communal privilege to become Bar or Bat Mitzvah at Congregation B’nai Torah. B’nai Mitzvah students not only reach impressive milestones in their Jewish and Hebrew learning, but also take steps to improve the world through a mitzvah project (community service project) of their choosing.
Adult B'nai Mitzvah Class
It's never too late
Join our new adult B'nai Mitzvah program, led by our Cantorial Soloist Jodi Blankstein.
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An Interfaith Musical Celebration
Shabbat on the Beach
This year's final beach Shabbat was filled with song, spirit and the most spectacular sunset. Many thanks to all who joined us for a beautiful moment in time. We are looking forward to next year!
Why We Joined
"The open and caring environment, the relaxed feel of Friday services, and weekday-only Hebrew School were the best fit for our busy family. It’s a diverse and inclusive congregation, with many interfaith families — something that is very important to us."
- The Illiano Family