About Temple B’nai Chaim

While our building is closed, we’re continuing on as “Virtual TBC,” with weekly services and programs. Dates and times are available on our News and Chailites page and on our Events Calendar.

Temple B’nai Chaim is a modern Reform congregation inspired by over 3000 years of tradition. We believe in a living Judaism compatible with contemporary science, historical understanding, and ethical sensibilities, and which reflects everyday reality and is refined by it. We are a member congregation of the Union for Reform Judaism.

We welcome all Jews, their partners and families regardless of background. We affirm the equality between men and women, members of all ages, races, physical conditions, and sexual orientations. News and announcements are in our Chailites / email archive and in our photo archive. More information about Temple B’nai Chaim ….

In the Spotlight

Exciting TBC Events in May

“Havdalah and Music Under The Stars” A Night of Cabaret and Jazz, following a Havdalah service. Saturday May 1st 6:30 – 9:30 pm
TBC’s Virtual Art Sale – May 8th–15th
“Hamilton – Man, Myth, Musical and Mensch” The unknown story of Hamilton’s Jewish roots – May 12th at 7:30 pm

See April 21st Chailites for more information.

Click here for more TBC news and Chailites Newsletters

TBC Diaper Drive

TBC’s Diaper Drive Was a Success!

On April 18 TBC collected 996 supplies for women, 3744 diapers, and almost 2000 wipes with the help of members of St. Matthews Church. Thanks to everyone who contributed to the drive! And a special thank you to Wendy Nadel for her help.

Upcoming Events

Fri 23

Welcoming Shabbat Together

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Apr 23 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Sat 24

Torah Study

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Apr 24 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Sun 25

Religious School Zoom

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Apr 25 @ 9:30 am - 10:45 am
Sun 25

Jr. Chai

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Apr 25 @ 9:30 am - 10:45 am

From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

A Jewish Ecovillage Founder on Celebrating Earth Day in Ghana

A Jewish Ecovillage Founder on Celebrating Earth Day in Ghana kbkaput April 19, 2021

Jewish Values

Isaac Hirt Manheimer and wife Ewoenam who founded the UnityEco Village pose among lush greenery with their three young children

Isaac Hirt-Manheimer is the founder of Unity Ecovillage in Ghana, constructed according to eco-friendly principles that he learned while attending the Green Apprenticeship training program at Kibbutz Lotan in Israel.

A Bittersweet Reunion with the Shtisel Family

A Bittersweet Reunion with the Shtisel Family kbkaput April 13, 2021

Israeli Arts and Culture

Promotional poster for the Netflix show Shtisel

Sometimes the acting ends in joy and other times the results are devastating. Ultimately, the writers and actors draw us into their stories so that we cannot deny that art can elicit understanding, peace, and even deep love.

7 Movie Stars Who Have Played Israeli Prime Ministers

7 Movie Stars Who Have Played Israeli Prime Ministers kbkaput April 12, 2021

Arts and Culture

Lynn Cohen with her face in her hands as Golda Meir in a scene from Steven Spielbergs 2005 film Munich

Just a month after it was announced that the Israeli star Shira Haas would portray Meir in a TV series, The Hollywood Reporter revealed this week that Oscar winner Helen Mirren would portray Israel’s only female prime minister in an upcoming biopic.

The Eichmann Trial 60 Years Later: What Have We Learned?

The Eichmann Trial 60 Years Later: What Have We Learned? kbkaput April 9, 2021

Holocaust

Black and white image of the courtroom during the Eichmann trial

April 11, 2021, marks the 60th anniversary of the opening of Adolf Eichmann’s trial, which coincided with the young Jewish state’s bat/bar mitzvah year of independence. These two events represent a microcosm of modern Jewish history.