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Beth Israel prides itself in being a welcoming contemporary Orthodox congregation in which members enjoy meaningful events and are encouraged to participate in the true spirit of Jewish community experience and worship. If you are a Jewish resident of Southeast Ontario and are looking for such a community of like-minded souls, consider the following reasons to join Beth Israel Congregation:

1. A superb Talmud Torah. We have a committed cadre of teachers, directed during Rabbi Elkin medical leave by Cantor Rumack, who create a fun and stimulating learning environment for all children, backed up by a rollicking Youth Group led by Queen's students.

2. Mind-expanding opportunities. We share Kingston with two exceptional institutions of higher learning: Queen's University and Royal Military College. We draw on Queen's and its Jewish Studies Program as well as RMC for guest speakers, and work together to bring in scholars, political leaders, and luminaries such as Elie Wiesel.

3. Support for your life-cycle events. From baby namings/brit milahs and bar/bat mitzvahs to wedding and funerals, Beth Israel is where you can come to mark all your meaningful milestones and be supported by fellow members.

4. A flexible dues structure. Beth Israel offers a self-assessment dues structure that can be tailored to any financial situation.

5. A sense of purpose. Where Jewish communities in small town Canada are struggling to survive, Kingston's Jewish community is thriving. That's largely due to a high degree of engagement and commitment and a tolerance for differences. Every single person has a role in sustaining one of Ontario's most remarkable Jewish communities.

Want to know more? Please contact Membership Chair Michele Casey by sending an email message to Beth Israel with the subject line: Membership/Michele Casey.

If time and opportunity permit, we warmly encourage you join us at Friday night or Saturday morning service and Kiddush. We look forward to welcoming you to Beth Israel.