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Beth Jacob Congregation of Kitchener-Waterloo

Beth Jacob Congregation has been serving the Jewish community of Kitchener-Waterloo and Cambridge for more than a century. Founded in 1908, Beth Jacob is a modern Orthodox synagogue with congregants from different observances.

It is with great pleasure that we announce in-person services continue at Beth Jacob.  We thank you for your patience and co-operation as we work to keep everyone as safe as possible. 

Pre-registration is required by FRIDAY MORNING 10:00AM prior to that week's services and is limited to current congregation members only during this phase.  Please check your email for links and instructions every week.

• Space will be limited to 20 / 45 attendees (including any children) in these first few weeks.  Friday's maximum is currently 20, Saturday's maximum is 45.
• If you have any fever or signs of illness, please stay home
• Attendees are asked to bring their own Siddur and Chumash
• Attendees are asked to bring their own kippah and tallit - none will be available on site
• Children are welcome but must remain with their parents/guardians at all times
• All attendees over the age of 2 will be required to wear a mask that covers mouth and nose before entry of the building and during the entire duration of services.  Masks will not be provided.  (This requirement does not apply to those who are unable to wear a face covering due to medical condition or disability)
• All entrants to the building are asked to use hand sanitizer (provided throughout the building) immediately upon entry
• All are asked to leave the building immediately after the conclusion of the service
• No food or drinks may be brought or eaten on premises at this time.   Kiddush remains suspended.  

Congregants aged 65 and above, those who are immunocompromised or diagnosed with chronic illnesses are identified as at higher risk of Covid-19.  We ask all to consider the risks and benefits prior to attending; if necessary, please consult your physician for advice.

And we ask..... please be patient as we are working hard to continue to offer in-person services.  Beth Jacob remains committed to following the guidelines and protocols as issued from our federal, provincial, regional and municipal authorities and public health experts.  We will all need to work together to re-open safely.

Everyone (men and women) are encouraged to sign up! 

Seeking Haftorah volunteers - click here to sign up using Google Docs!

Seeking Dvar Torah volunteers - click here to sign up using Google Docs!