Beth Shalom Reform Synagogue Cambridge
A progressive and inclusive Reform Jewish community where everyone is welcome.
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Services
At our synagogue, our services are in both Hebrew and English, fostering an environment that is both respectful to tradition and accessible to all our attendees. These services are led by members of our community, promoting a sense of inclusivity and shared responsibility. And they’re always followed by a communal Kiddush.
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We gather on a twice-monthly basis to celebrate Kabbalat Shabbat, welcoming the Sabbath with joy, song, and prayer. Our Kabbalat Shabbat services follow the liturgy and guidelines laid out in the prayer books of the Movement for Reform Judaism.
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Mazeltov to Mike Levy awarded MBE
Beth Shalom member Michael Levy, a volunteer educator with Holocaust Educational Trust (HET) and Association of Jewish Refugees (AJR), has been awarded an MBE for services to Holocaust education in…
Thank you for the Music – 14th June
Kol Echad Choir presents its summer concert, Thank you for the Music, as part of Jewish Culture Month 2026.
The story of the Czech scroll
Why is Torah scroll number 689 different from all other scrolls used by Beth Shalom Reform Synagogue?
Our Mission
Everyone is welcome at Beth Shalom, a thriving progressive and inclusive Reform Judaism community.
Our mission is to provide religious services, education and a community hub for Jews in Cambridge.
Cambridge Beth Shalom is a community like no other – a thriving and diverse Reform community drawing members from the Cambridge areas and visitors worldwide. We strive to accommodate the needs and wishes of our members while maintaining the sanctity of Jewish tradition.
Education
Jewish education is a lifelong journey integrating religious, cultural, and ethical teachings from texts like the Torah. It nurtures Jewish identity through the study of history, language, and traditions, starting at home and continuing in synagogues and schools.
This education encourages ongoing learning, helping individuals stay connected to their heritage. Through rituals, holidays, and communal worship, Jewish education fosters a strong sense of purpose and belonging within the community.
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