Congregation Beth Israel

Bangor, Maine

Contact & Location for Congregation Beth Israel

144 York St

Bangor, ME 04401

Service Times for Congregation Beth Israel

Thursday 5:30 PM

Minyan

Saturday 10:00 AM

Shabbat Service

Programs & Ministries at Congregation Beth Israel

About Congregation Beth Israel

Congregation Beth Israel is the oldest continuously functioning synagogue in Maine, located in Bangor and serving as a welcoming center for Jewish worship, learning, and community engagement. The congregation emphasizes building strong relationships within the Bangor Jewish community while promoting diversity and social justice. Members and visitors are invited to participate in Shabbat and weekday services, Hebrew learning opportunities, and educational programming that explores Jewish tradition and texts. The community also hosts special events such as Holocaust education programs and adult education classes covering topics like kashrut, mourning practices, and Torah study. Everyone is welcomed to join services and discover what Congregation Beth Israel offers as a vibrant Jewish home in Maine.

First-Time Visitor Info for Congregation Beth Israel

Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Shabbat services begin at 9:15am on Saturday mornings with a shiur on Torah portions led by Rabbi Siemers; weekday services and Sunday minyan at 9am are also available. Visitor Tips: All are welcome to attend services; Hebrew literacy will be involved in some programs, but texts are provided for visitors new to the tradition.

Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.

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