Potsdam Synagogue

Adult Education

Ongoing study of Torah and Jewish traditions

Everyone is welcome

Beth El welcomes people of all backgrounds and approaches to Judaism.

Hebrew School

Hebrew School is held on Sundays from 10am till noon.

Located in Potsdam, NY

We are located at 81 Market Street

A spiritual, learning, and caring community

Welcome to Congregation Beth El

Welcome

Congregation Beth El is a vibrant egalitarian congregation welcoming people of all backgrounds and approaches to Judaism. We serve the religious, educational, cultural and social needs of the Potsdam-Canton community and the North Country.

Service Times and Resources

Shabbat Services - Sanctuary at 7pm Fridays

Hebrew School - Sundays from 10 am until noon

Adult Education Class - Sundays from 10:00- 11:30am

Torah Study Class - monthly on Sundays from 2-3pm

Membership Information

Congregation Beth El has been a central part of Jewish life in the North Country for over 50 years. Your membership dues and other gifts make it possible for us to continue to provide our services and programs. Support Beth El so Beth El can support you! Membership Form

Hebrew School and Family-oriented Programming

Our Mission: Fun, inspiring and educational Jewish activities with an emphasis on tzedakah (charity/generosity) and tikkun olam (social justice/kindness). Promoting a connection with each other and Judaism through the celebration of Jewish holidays, and the study of Hebrew Language and prayer.

Location

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Jewish Resources

Announcements

NCPR Underwriting

Posted on: 1 year 50 weeks ago

We're on the air! Listen to our promo every Wednesday at 7:59PM during the World Cafe music program! Thank you to to all those who made generous donations to continue this successful venture!
Gift Shop

Posted on: 2 years 20 weeks ago

Looking for a unique gift? Need something special for a wedding, bar/bat mitzvah, Hanukah or birthday? Shop for someone special in St. Lawrence County's only Judaica shop! We carry a wide assortment of Shabbat, Havdahlah, and Chanukah candles, kiddush cups, menorahs, mezzuzahs, books, jewelry, and Jewish themed games and toys! Shopping for a special tallit--contact us and we'll get it for you wholesale! The gift shop is open most Sundays from 10am-12pm. Contact Jody Horwitz at 315-265-7025 or email info@potsdamsynagogue.org .
Inscribe in the Golden Book

Posted on: 2 years 31 weeks ago

Donations may be made in honor or memory of a loved one or simply for the mitzvah of supporting Beth El. Your tax deductable contributions make our programming possible and our community strong. Todah robah!

Upcoming Events

May

Jewish Yoga

Certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor, Efrat Ezra, will be leading the community in this Jewish inspired yoga class Sundays monthly. Yoga along with Jewish spiritual practice helps to bring harmony to body, mind and spirit. The class will focus on breath, spiritual and physical wellbeing with a "Jewish twist". This class is open to all experience levels in yoga and Jewish practice. Please bring your own yoga or exercise mat. For questions or more information contact info@potsdamsynagogue.org.

May

Shabbat with Rabbi Kari Turling

Join us for a Shabbt service lead by Rabbi Kari Turling of Temple Beth Israel in Plattsbug. Rabbi Turling is also a doctoral candidate. She will be leading this service with Bar Mitzvah Mark Melman accompanying on guitar. The Melman Family will host the Oneg following services.

Jun

Melman Bar Mitzvah

Please join us in celebration of Mark Melman's Bar Mitzvah. Mark has been a Hebrew School participant for many years. We are excited to welcome him into adult Jewish community life. The services will be followed by Shabbat lunch hosted by the Melman family. All are welcome!

Jun

Mitzvah Day in the JShare Garden

We’ll be participating in the Potsdam J Share Project. J Share grows organic vegetables for needy families and food banks in the North Country. No gardening experience needed! Come help and join the fun! RSVP to info@potsdamsynagogue.org Free Beth El t-shirts and snacks for volunteers!

Jun

Chae Bar Mitzvah

Join us in celebrating the Bar Mitzvah of Nate Chae. Nate and his family have been active members of our Hebrew School community. We are excited to share this momentous occasion with them. Please come and welcome this young man into the adult Jewish community. Services followed by lunch at the synagogue hosted by the Chae family. All are welcome!

Jun

Annual Meeting and Potluck

Join us for Beth El's Annual Board Meeting at noon. We will be reviewing our yearly budget and successes from the previous year. Please come to share your ideas and offer input for the upcoming year. The meeting will be preceeded by a potluck lunch at 11:00am. Bring a salad or main dish to share. Beth El will provide dessert and drinks.

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