Bar/Bat Mitzvah - Congregation Beth Emeth

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B'nai Mitzvah

A Bar or Bat Mitzvah is the milestone marking the transition from childhood to Jewish adulthood. At CBE, this momentous occasion typically takes place during Shabbat morning services.

Tips for Guests:

If this is your first time joining us for services at Congregation Beth Emeth, here are a few helpful things to know.

If you are participating in the service, please be at CBE no later than 9:30 AM. Services begin at 9:00 AM and most honors take place beginning shortly after 9:30 AM.
All men need to wear a head covering and Jewish men need to wear a tallit.
No electronic devices -- including cell phones and cameras -- can be used in the building on Shabbat.
Small quiet toys and books are welcome for children during the service -- and provided on the bookshelf at the far side of the sanctuary. However, coloring is not permitted on Shabbat.

Planning your Child's Simcha:

We hope these guidelines and resources will assist you when you are planning your child's simcha:

Timeline:

This is a roadmap to help support you during the time leading up to your child's simcha. Please make sure to complete the following forms:

B'nai Mitzvah Questionnaire -- To be completed no less than 1 month prior to your simcha
Kiddush Sponsorship Form -- To be completed no less than 2 months prior to your simcha
Honors Worksheet -- Will be provided by the Lifecycle Chair and should be completed no less than 4 months prior to your simcha
B'nai Mitzvah Project Form -- To be completed no less than 4 months prior to your simcha
Friday Night Intention Form -- To be completed no less than 6 months prior to your simcha

Kiddush

Simcha families are expected to sponsor a kiddush lunch for the congregation and their guests immediately following Saturday morning services. These lunches can range from a simple meal of bagels, cream cheese, and salads to more substantive pasta or deli sandwiches. Families can either order a pre-set menu through CBE or work with a kosher caterer to develop a customized meal. Consult our kiddush sponsorship form for options. Questions? Reach out to Hannah Kraushaar for more information.

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