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Welcome to Congregation B'nai Israel

Congregation B’nai Israel is the center for Conservative Judaism in the greater Toledo, Ohio area. We are an egalitarian, inclusive congregation, and embrace both Jews and those in the community at large who wish to explore and enhance their connection with God and with Jewish spirituality, learning and culture. We are committed to Jewish tradition, while also recognizing the wonderful diversity of modern life. We enthusiastically welcome interfaith couples and families as well as members of the LGBTQ+ community and those considering associating with the Jewish community.

Our dedication to the concept of lifelong learning includes both adult education and a strong youth program, providing religious services, education, and programs for people of all ages.

CBI In-Person Attendance Policy

CBI welcomes back all members. Mask-wearing is OPTIONAL.

We ask that if you are feeling unwell or are exhibiting symptoms of the flu, Covid-19 or other illnesses that you either avoid in-person services or wear a mask to protect others.

Those who prefer not to attend in person are invited to watch our Live Stream or Zoom services.

For security purposes, we ask all guests to call the office at 419.517.8400 before attending.

CBI Live Stream & Zoom Services

OPTION 1: CLICK HERE TO GO DIRECTLY TO THE CBI LIVE STREAM​

Option 2: On your Computer, Tablet or Cell Phone:

At the top of the home page, click on the “Live Stream” tab. When the page opens, you will be connected to the live stream service.

Option 3: On your Smart TV:

Open the YouTube app and search for “Congregation B’nai Israel – Sylvania, Ohio”.
Be sure to click on the listing that says “Sylvania, Ohio”. Please “subscribe” to the CBI channel so that you can easily locate our live stream services in the future.

A Zoom link and passcode will be emailed to CBI members before the service date and time.

If you did not receive the information or are from another congregation and would like to participate, please contact the office during business hours at 419.517.8400.

Daily Services Schedule

Monday & Thursday at 8:00 AM – In Person/Zoom
Monday – Thursday at 5:45 PM – Zoom
Kabbalat Shabbat, Friday at 5:45 PM – Zoom
Shabbat, Saturday at 9:30 AM – In Person/Live Stream
*Sunday at 9:30 AM – In Person/Zoom

*when Religious School is in session

*Please contact the CBI office for the link and passcode to Zoom services.

This Week's Torah Portion

Monthly Calendar of Services and Events

Click the icon above to view and download the CBI Monthly Calendar

Upcoming Events

Parashat Hashavuah: Torah Portion of the Week

Friday mornings in May at 11 AM – 12 PM, In-person at CBI

Join us each Friday morning to discuss and learn the weekly Torah portion with fellow CBI members and friends.

No registration or a knowledge of Torah required. Let’s all learn together!

THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS WITH RSVP

CBI Scholar in Residence Weekend 2025:
Rabbi Daniel Z. Stein

Senior Rabbi, Congregation B'nai Shalom, Walnut Creek, California

Friday Evening, May 16, 2025 5:45 PM In-Person at CBI:
Kabbalat Shabbat, Delicious Shabbat Dinner, and lecture with Rabbi Stein:
“The Torah of Toledo: Toledo’s Gifts to the American Jewish Community”

Shabbat Morning Services, Saturday May 17, 2025 9:30 AM In-Person & Livestream at CBI

Mincha & Shabbat Third Meal, Saturday, May 17, 2025 5:45 PM at CBI

Cost for the Kabbalat Shabbat dinner is $18 per person.
The Third Meal is FREE for CBI members and $5 for guests.

THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS WITH RSVP

Please RSVP to the office by Friday, May 9, 2025 and indicate which events you plan to attend.

WCBI Celebrates Rosh Chodesh Sivan:

"How Do We Get Different Cheeses from the Same Bucket of Milk?"

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 11:00 AM at CBI

Chef and cheese expert, Liz Donaldson, will share with the group how different cheeses are made.

We will also enjoy a delicious lunch incorporating many varieties of cheeses discussed in the presentation.

A registration fee of $15 in cash or check (made payable to “Women of CBI”) will be collected at the door when you arrive.

The Tikkun Olam for this program is a monetary donation to Connecting Kids to Meals.

THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE WOMEN OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS WITH RSVP

RSVP to Miriam Beckerman at mesb@bex.net by Thursday, May 22nd.

Rabbi Candidate Visit: Rabbi Aaron Marsh

East Meadow Beth-El Jewish Center East Meadow, New York

Friday & Saturday, May 30-31, 2025

• Parashat Hashauvah: Torah Portion of the Week Class
Friday, May 30, 2025 at 11:00 AM at CBI

• Kabbalat Shabbat Service
Friday, May 30, 2025 at 5:45 PM In-person/Live Stream

• Shabbat Morning Services
Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 9:30 AM In-person/Live Stream

• Mincha & Shabbat Third Meal
Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 5:45 PM In-person

Please RSVP to the office by Friday, May 23, 2025 and indicate which events you plan to attend.
The Third Meal is FREE for CBI members and $5 for guests.

Shavuot Dairy Dinner, Tikkun, and Services

Sunday Evening, June 1, 2025 7:00 PM In-Person at CBI

Cantor Lichterman will discuss: “Why Count the Omer If We No Longer Have a Holy Temple? Isn’t the Omer an Agricultural Offering?”

Please RSVP for the Shavuot dinner by May 26th. $10 for CBI members and $15 for guests.
You must RSVP to attend the dinner.

SHAVUOT TIKKUN SCHEDULE

7:00 PM  Mincha & Light Dairy Dinner in the Social Hall    
8:00 PM  TIKKUN – In-Person/Zoom    
8:45 PM  Dramatic Reading of “The Book of Ruth” 
9:15 PM   Maariv    
9:45 PM  Kiddush & Dessert  

SHAVUOT SERVICES

Shavuot Day 1: Monday, June 2, 2025  9:30 AM  Morning Service – In-Person/Live Stream 

Shavuot Day 2: Tuesday, June 3, 2025  9:30 AM  Morning Service – In-Person/Live Stream 
11:00 AM  YIZKOR 

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2025 - 5785 CBI Annual Meeting

Sunday June 8, 2025 11:00 AM In-Person at CBI

Join us at CBI for our Annual Meeting. The agenda will include a report on the state of our congregation, induction of new Officers & Board of Trustees, awards ceremony, and remarks from CBI President Mike Tamor and Hazzan Ivor Lichterman.

  • Induction of Incoming Slate of Officers and Board of Trustees
  • Presentation of Special Awards
    • Board Member of the Year
    • Congregant of the Year
    • Samuel Schwartz Minyan Award
    • President’s Award

Please do your best to attend this meeting, as a quorum is needed to induct nominated new officers and board members. Refreshments will be served.

RSVP to the office by June 4th by calling 419.517.8400.

Volunteer to Help Hungry Children in Toledo

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Cherry Street Mission Building, 1501 Monroe Street

We are in need of 8-12 volunteers.

The volunteers will be putting together packages of food for children that live in the Toledo area.

RSVP to Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org.

Visit the CBI Gift Shop for all your Judaica needs​

Shabbat Candles • Candlesticks • Kiddush cups • Challah Covers • Challah Knives & Boards •  Havdallah Sets • Holiday Items • Shofars • Menorahs • Jewelry Assortment • Mezuzzot & Scrolls • Tallits (Prayer Shawls) • Women's & Men's Kippot • Tzedakah Boxes • Jewish Books • Kid's Holiday Items • Jewish Books and much, much more!

To make an appointment, please contact the office at 419-517-8400.

Click the icon above to go to the Gift Shop web page.

Click the link below to learn about Jewish Community Programs & Events

Click the link below to learn about Federation of Jewish Men's Clubs Programs & Events

Useful Links

Congregation B'nai Israel welcomes Interfaith families, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and all who seek a meaningful Jewish experience.

Directions

From the North:

Take US 23 to Sylvania Exit, turn left on Monroe St. to Harroun Rd. Take Harroun Rd. to Holland-Sylvania Ave., turn left at light. Take Holland-Sylvania Ave. to Sylvania Ave., turn right at light. Follow Sylvania Ave. about 1/2 mile to entrance to JCC/YMCA drive, turn left, then follow signs.

From the South:

Take US 23 to the Central Ave. Exit, turn left on Central Ave. Take Central Ave. to McCord Rd. (second light), turn right. Take McCord Rd. to Sylvania Ave. (about one mile), turn right, go about 1/4 mile to next light, turn right into JCC/YMCA drive, follow signs.

From the East:

Take I-475 West to Talmadge Rd. Exit, turn right on Talmadge Rd. Go to next light at Sylvania Ave. and turn left on Sylvania. Go about 2 and 1/2 miles on Sylvania Ave. to red light at entrance to JCC/YMCA drive, turn left, then follow signs.

Congregation B'nai Israel
6525 Sylvania Avenue, Sylvania, Ohio 43560
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