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Rabbi Zusya said “In the World to Come, they will not ask me: ‘Why were you not Moses?’ They will ask me: ‘Why were you not Zusya?” -Hasidic tale

Life is a journey of self-discovery to become the best version of ourselves. Read on to about us, and our vision of our emerging best selves.
What is Beth El?

Who We Are

Serving Jewish Akron
Team

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Staff

Lay Leaderships
Our Congregation

Interfaith & Beyond
Pray
Pray

“God is always present. The question is, how present are we?” -Rabbi Zalman Schechter-Shalomi

Prayer at Beth El is an opportunity for every person to connect — musically, emotionally, and spiritually. Our weekly minyan and Shabbat prayers are grounded in traditional liturgy and study.
Our Congregation

Service Schedule
Learn
Learn

“She is a tree of life to those who grasp her, and whoever holds on to her is happy.” Prov. 3:18

Learning is one of the great values of Judaism. Together we immerse our minds and expand our hearts with sacred texts, and holy conversations that inspire us from one generation to the next. Join us for our weekly study opportunities!
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Weekly Torah

Visiting Speakers

Adult Learning
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Youth Learning

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Connect

“How good and how pleasant it is for brothers & sisters to dwell together in unity.” – Psalm 133:1

We are all seeking connection — to the Divine, and to each other. We find this in the Jewish home, synagogue, and in the daily lives of our members as they support each other through life’s triumphs and trials. We welcome you to find a place to connect and build friendships in these groups.
Caring Team

Caring Team
Sisterhood

Sisterhood
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Give

“We are worth what we are willing to share with others.” –Rabbi Jonathan Sacks

Our community is sustained by generous donations, and beloved people who raise their hands to say hineni – “Here I am” – and be counted among our members. Whether you have time, money, or passion to share, your offering is welcome.
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Executive Board Meeting

Morning Minyan

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Morning Minyan

Candle Lighting

Shabbat Services

Havdalah

Full Board Meeting

Morning Minyan

Ba’al Tefillah Institute

Morning Minyan

Candle Lighting

Shabbat Services

Havdalah

Morning Minyan

Ba’al Tefillah Institute

Morning Minyan

Candle Lighting

Shabbat Services

Havdalah

L’Chaim Cooking Club

Morning Minyan

Ba’al Tefillah Institute

Morning Minyan

Candle Lighting

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