Congregation Beth El

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Congregation Beth El Congregation Beth El is an inclusive, dynamic, egalitarian community, committed to social justice.

We are a dynamic egalitarian Conservative synagogue with a strong commitment to inspiring learning, engaging worship and pursuing social justice. We offer a religious school and Preschool in addition to year-round worship and programs. Beth El is a member of the Big Tent Judaism Coalition of inclusive communities, and we welcome people of all ages, genders and backgrounds to join us on our journey -- learned or novice; born Jewish, Jew-by-choice or non-Jewish living Jewishly; single or partnered; gay or straight. We strive to create a Makom Kadosh -- a holy space -- in which to seek God, connection and community.

This past Shabbat, Rabbi Jesse Olitzky reflected on the third anniversary of the October 7th terror attacks, and how the...
10/11/2026

This past Shabbat, Rabbi Jesse Olitzky reflected on the third anniversary of the October 7th terror attacks, and how the experiences of some of the freed hostages who have found joy and love teach us and remind us that even in tragedy and despair, we will dance again.

Rabbi Jesse Olitzky of Congregation Beth El in South Orange, New Je...

David Mallach, a veteran Jewish community leader, gave an informative and nuanced analysis of the upcoming elections in ...
10/09/2026

David Mallach, a veteran Jewish community leader, gave an informative and nuanced analysis of the upcoming elections in Israel last night.

This morning our community gathered for a Tekes - a memorial service - for October 7th, remembering and mourning the 12...
10/07/2026

This morning our community gathered for a Tekes - a memorial service - for October 7th, remembering and mourning the 1200 of our brothers and sisters murdered on that tragic day three years ago. May their memories always be for a blessing.

09/30/2026

Jesse Olitzky made it official: the cotton candy machine is kashered and ready to go! 🍭

Tomorrow night! Come check out some of our amazing committees before, after, or while you nosh on pretzel bites, pizza bagels, a tater tot bar, cotton candy (!!) and more!

We’ll have crafts, games, music, good people, good vibes… and a few sweet surprises.

Come celebrate Sukkot with us. See you tomorrow at the Street Fair!

In case you missed it:Rabbi Rachel Marder's sermon from Yom Kippur morning: "Footprints in the Sand"
09/22/2026

In case you missed it:

Rabbi Rachel Marder's sermon from Yom Kippur morning: "Footprints in the Sand"

Rabbi Rachel Marder of Congregation Beth El in South Orange, New Je...

In case you missed it:Rabbi Jesse Olitzky's sermon from Kol Nidre Evening: "Needing God Now More Than Ever"
09/22/2026

In case you missed it:

Rabbi Jesse Olitzky's sermon from Kol Nidre Evening: "Needing God Now More Than Ever"

Rabbi Jesse Olitzky of Congregation Beth El in South Orange, New Je...

We hope everyone had a meaningful high holidays at Beth El! Don't forget that we have a lot of joyful holidays to come, ...
09/22/2026

We hope everyone had a meaningful high holidays at Beth El! Don't forget that we have a lot of joyful holidays to come, with Sukkot, Shemini Atzeret, and Simchat Torah only days away!

Wishing you a Shana Tova from our rabbis, Co-Presidents, and Past Presidents!

🥩 STEAK. 🥃 SCOTCH. 🌿 SUKKAH.One of the best nights on the Beth El calendar is back.Join Congregation Beth El's Men’s Clu...
09/18/2026

🥩 STEAK. 🥃 SCOTCH. 🌿 SUKKAH.

One of the best nights on the Beth El calendar is back.

Join Congregation Beth El's Men’s Club for Steak & Scotch in the Sukkah on Thursday, October 1 at 7:30 PM.

Come hungry. We’ll have all-you-can-eat meat, vegetarian options, plenty of scotch, and a great night in the sukkah.

Bring a bottle of scotch to share and help us (hopefully) restock Beth El’s liquor supply for the year!

$50 Beth El members | $75 nonmembers & guests

Register here:
https://portal.bethelnj.org/form/Steak%20&%20Scotch%20in%20the%20Sukkah%20-%2010.1.26

Address

222 Irvington Avenue
South Orange, NJ
07079

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+19737630111

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