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Shabbat Greeting August 14-15 | Elul 1-2

Posted on August 14, 2026

Join Us for Shabbat: Friday Evening Services: 7:00 PM.  Saturday morning services: 9:00 AM followed by Torah Discussion. All will be held in the Hollander Family Chapel. Important! Please read the Update on Friday Night Shabbat Service Times. Please walk up the sidewalk and enter the building via the courtyard gates. Drop your donation for this month’s Continue Reading »

Important Update on Friday Night Shabbat Service Times

Posted on August 14, 2026

Dear CBI Families, We heard your concerns about the change to Friday Night Shabbat service times, and after discussing the issue last evening, the clergy, lay leadership, and administration have decided to return our regular Friday Night Shabbat service time to 7:00 PM. There are approximately 15 special Shabbat services already scheduled throughout the year, including grade-level and multigenerational Continue Reading »

A Study on the Development, Issues, and Difficulty of the Kol Nidre Text

Posted on August 12, 2026

Wednesday, September 16 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Joel S. Nadel Board Room Deepen your understanding of one of the most moving and complex prayers of the High Holy Days. Join Rabbi Cy Stanway for an engaging study exploring the history, development, challenges, and enduring significance of the Kol Nidre text. Together, we’ll examine Continue Reading »

Rosh Hashanah Blessing Bags

Posted on August 12, 2026

Wednesday, September 9 | 4:00 PM Help bring the sweetness of the New Year to members of our community who are homebound. Join us for this meaningful mitzvah as we assemble Rosh Hashanah Blessing Bags for homebound older adults. Each bag will include traditional holiday items such as challah, grape juice, apples, and honey, helping Continue Reading »

Tuesday Digest – August 11

Posted on August 11, 2026

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Shabbat Greeting August 7-8 | Av 24-25

Posted on August 7, 2026

Join Us for Shabbat: Friday Evening Services: 7:00 PM. Saturday morning services: 9:00 AM followed by Torah Discussion. All will be held in the Hollander Family Chapel. IMPORTANT: Beginning August 21st, Shabbat Services will take place at the following times: Fridays at 6:00 PM in the Cohen/Friedkin Sanctuary Saturdays at 9:00 AM in the Hollander Family Chapel PLEASE Continue Reading »

CBI’s New Clergy Leadership Is Making Headlines

Posted on August 6, 2026

Congregation B’nai Israel is proud to share that our new clergy leadership is featured in the South Florida Sun Sentinel‘s latest article highlighting rabbis who are stepping into new leadership roles at synagogues across South Florida ahead of the High Holy Days. The feature introduces Senior Associate Rabbi Erica Rosenkranz and Interim Senior Rabbi Cy Continue Reading »

CBI Bulletin – August 2026

Posted on August 5, 2026

The August Bulletin is filled with exciting new beginnings at CBI and everything you need to prepare for the month ahead. Inside, you’ll find updates to Shabbat service times and locations, important High Holy Day information, and a fun opportunity to get to know our new clergy. This edition also includes August social action opportunities, Continue Reading »

Selichot 5787/2026

Posted on August 5, 2026

Saturday, September 5 | 7:00 PM Hollander Family Chapel As we enter the season of the High Holy Days, Shabbat gives way to Selichot, marking the beginning of our journey of introspection, reflection, and renewal. Join Congregation B’nai Israel, our clergy, members, and the greater community for this beautiful evening of prayer as we prepare Continue Reading »

Tuesday Digest – August 4

Posted on August 4, 2026

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