Welcome/Shalom
Congregation Beth Abraham has been an active shul in the city of Buffalo since 1922. While for much of its history CBA was recognized as Orthodox, it reinvented itself as a fully egalitarian Conservative synagogue in the 90's. To learn more about CBA, its history and who we are today,
click HERE. Highlights:
(scroll further down page for details) New CBA Torah Study Group (Zoom) Tuesday, December 14th at 7:30 pm New CBA Book Club (Zoom) Wednesday, December 15th at 7:00 pm CBA Kabbalat Shabbat Service (Hybrid Service) Friday, December 17th at 6:30 pm Vintage Jewish Movie Group (Zoom) On Hiatus For the Latest Community Events/Programs
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Friday, December 17 at 6:30 pmPlease join us for our next Kabbalat Shabbat service on Friday, December 17th at 6:30 pm, in-person at CBA and on Zoom.
We are pleased to continue with in-person services at the shul. Restrictions apply. All those who are vaccinated are welcome to attend, and wearing masks is mandatory. Masks are provided at the door in case you forget to bring one. If you haven't already done so, please confirm you have been fully vaccinated by emailing us at info@congregationbethabraham.net Services are also available on Zoom for all who are not vaccinated or unable to make it in-person. To receive the Zoom link, you may email us up until 5:00 PM on the day of the service at info@congregationbethabraham.net Please note that if you received the Zoom link last month, you may use it again. Services will be led by Cantor Irwin Gelman with musical accompaniment by Marty Kerker and Roberta Levine. Kiddush and Motzi will be in the sanctuary. Shabbat Shalom! 
Wednesday, December 15 at 7:00 pm Join the New CBA Book Club on Zoom on Wednesday, December 15th at 7:00 pm. We will be meeting to discuss The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris.
Copies can be borrowed from the library or purchased through book sellers on the internet. If you want to attend, and have not signed up for the book club previously, please RSVP to Shelly at info@congregationbethabraham.net and she will send you the location details. Coming up: January: Good Talk by Mira Jacobs 
On Hiatus The Vintage Jewish Movie Group is currently on hiatus for the summer months. Thank you to all who joined us for the films on Zoom, and kept the personal connection going despite the obstacles of the pandemic. We look forward to being able to get together in person in the fall.
Please email Marty to RSVP or for more details on upcoming movies, and/or to get on the CBA Vintage Jewish Movie Group email list for regular updates. 
CBA Torah Study Group Tuesday, December 14 at 7:30 pm Take a journey through the Torah – the touchstone of the Jewish people.
The CBA Torah Discussion Group will be meeting on Tuesday, December 14th at 7:30 pm on Zoom, to discuss the Torah portion for the week, Va-yechi. We will be using the book A Year With The Sages by Rabbi Reuven Hammer as a guide. This group is meant for people who are interested in learning about the greatest book of the Jewish people. It is appropriate for beginners and also for people who have more knowledge to share. If you want to attend, and have not signed up, please RSVP to Shelly at info@congregationbethabraham.net and she will send you the details. Dates for Future ServicesPlease stay tuned for announcements for future dates of services. You may also email info@congregationbethabraham.net for more information.
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If you prefer to donate by mailing a check, our address is 1073 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo NY 14222. Please download/print our DONOR FORM and include it with your payment and other information so we can recognize your contribution. Thank You!!!! Sign Up to Receive our Monthly Newsletter and AnnouncementsParking and Building Access
Great news -- we now have a stairlift inside the building providing access to all 3 levels, from the basement up into the sanctuary! We also plan on purchasing a ramp to make it easier to navigate the steps outside the front entrance.
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Please note that there are now two handicapped-only parking spaces in front of the Synagogue. Please let us know if you would like assistance with helping you from your car into the building and/or up and down the stairs. Email us at info@congregationbethabraham.net or call 716 435-0658 Click HERE for a map with parking information. 
Enjoy CBA's New Lending LibraryWe are proud to open up our Congregational Lending Library, located in the CBA Social Hall. We have an eclectic collection of books, donated by individuals all over the Buffalo area, and they are ready for check out.
The selections include: Torah commentary, Holocaust study, fiction, history, and much more. In addition, we have a table set up with give-away books. Please visit and help yourself. We hope this new addition to CBA will encourage discussion and education among our members. If you have any questions about the library or would like to check out or donate books, please feel free to contact Madalyn Fliesler. 
CBA Community OutreachCBA is a warm and welcoming community that cares about the wellbeing or our congregants, friends and neighbors. We are initiating an outreach to members of our community, who may be feeling isolated and alone, and would appreciate a friendly phone call or assistance with accessing helpful services to get them through difficult times. If you or someone you know is experiencing a hardship, and is in need of a helping hand,
please email us at: info@congregationbethabraham.net 
We Get By With a Little Help From Our Friends
If you would like to help with Ritual, Programming, or Building improvements, please contact our volunteer coordinators:
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