Congregation Beth Jacob

1550 Alameda de las Pulgas Redwood City, CA 94061
(650) 366-8481 [email protected] bethjacobrwc.org
Rabbi Nathaniel Ezray
Executive Director Sarah Cohen

A vibrant and welcoming community grounded in Jewish values, practice and learning, striving  to honor the diversity and individuality of all  members. Located in Redwood City, the synagogue attracts congregants from a broad swath of the San Francisco Peninsula. Led with warmth and wisdom by Rabbi Nathaniel Ezray, Ritual Director Bill Futornick and Cantor Barbara Powell.

Founded in 1930, the congregation has a rich history as the first Jewish institution built between San Francisco and San Jose.

Mission:

To be a true inclusive synagogue community, providing a range of opportunities to learn, worship and socialize that meet members and their families wherever they are educationally, spiritually and personally.

Values:
Cherishing sacred community (kehilah kedosha).
Promoting lifelong learning and growth.
Practicing acts of loving-kindness (chesed), justice (tzedek) and charity (tzedakah).
Honoring shared stories.
Embracing inclusivity.