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Welcome to Temple Beth El – Jefferson City

Our historic building was constructed in 1883 and is the oldest synagogue west of the Mississippi in continuous use.

Shabbat Services are held every Friday night at 7:30 and visitors are always welcome. Our congregation includes 25+ families, with members of all ages. Temple Beth El is affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism.

We are open for in-person Shabbat Services on Friday nights, and also offer a Zoom option.    Please contact us if you would like the Zoom code.

 

Passover 2025

 
Sandi and Lauren hosted a beautiful mini Seder to celebrate day 6 of Passover. We retold the Passover store with songs, props and delicious food.
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

We Stand with Israel

In response to the devastating Hamas terrorist attacks on Israel please join us in support and solidarity. Israel needs our love, support and connections more than ever. Please pray for the return of the hostages, peace, and security for Israel now and in the months ahead. 

Upcoming Events

  1. Fri 16

    5/16 Shabbat

    Jerry to Lead, Cathy Hostess
    May 16 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  2. Fri 23

    5/23 Shabbat

    Sever to Lead, Freddi to Hostess
    May 23 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  3. Fri 30

    5/30 Shabbat

    Shelley Leader and Hostess
    May 30 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  4. Fri 06

    6/6 Shabbat

    Lauren to Lead
    Jun 06 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  5. Fri 13

    6/13 Shabbat

    Marcia Leader and Hostess
    Jun 13 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  6. Fri 20

    6/20 Shabbat

    Warren to lead, Sharon Hostess
    Jun 20 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  7. Fri 27

    6/27 Shabbat

    Mark to Lead, Elodie Hostess
    Jun 27 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm

From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

Dear Israel: A Story of Love and Longing

Dear Israel: A Story of Love and Longing jemerman

Israel
Photo of Israel
In the pages of a hand-drawn picture book, your story first unfolded before me, telling the tale of my parents' first journey together to your distant lands.

Becoming B’nei Mitzvah at Any Age

Becoming B’nei Mitzvah at Any Age jemerman

Lifecycle Rituals
Photo of an older man standing behind a Torah scroll
Terms like "bar mitzvah," "bet mitzvah," and "bat mitzvah" typically evoke images of teens reading from the Torah and formally taking their place within the Jewish community. But many Reform congregations offer adult b'nei mitzvah classes, enabling people to participate in this ritual later in life.