Barbara Paz's Contact Details

Barbara Paz's Company Details

Congregation Beth Israel, Austin

Austin, TX, US • 20 - 49 Employees
Religious Groups

Congregation Beth Israel is long standing center of Reform Jewish life in Austin, TX. We welcome diversity in our vibrant and caring community. Our numerous groups and committees host a variety of events for the congregation each month. There's something for everyone!Our congregation is a member of the Union for Reform Judaism ,the central body of Reform Judaism in North America.. CBI's rabbis were ordained by Hebrew Union College. Our Senior Rabbi, Steven Folberg, is in his 28th year serving CBI. He is joined by Associate Rabbi Kelly Levy and Cantorial Soloist Sarah Avner. The mission of Congregation Beth Israel is to provide an environment which:Instills and nourishes Jewish spirituality;Educates and enlightens intellects of all ages to the wisdom of Torah and the joy of Jewish learning; Nurtures members through life cycle events at all ages and stages;Enhances friendships in the spirit of communal warmth and sincerity by providing a wholesome and enjoyable social milieu for people of all ages- from cradle to old age;Offers comfort and care for the sick, needy and those in trouble or transition;Embraces strangers and reaches out to interfaith families and the unaffiliated;Extends beyond the congregation to the Jewish community and Austin community at large in the spirit of cooperation for the greater good of the community;Welcomes members of all ages, marital status, and social and economic walks of life; and,Builds leadership to perpetuate a strong connections, devoted to the advancements of Judaism for generations to come.