Congregation B'nai B'rith Preschool

Our Mission

Congregation B’nai B’rith is a diverse, inclusive community of individuals and families building together a warm and vibrant house of living Judaism.

Our Vision

We envision CBB as a place where Santa Barbara Jewish people and our families…feel welcome and at home, where we are inspired to bring our gifts of energy and creativity, and where we connect to the tradition and community of our Jewish ancestors.

We aspire to be a congregation of knowledgeable and committed Jews, each individual expressing in their own unique way the seven circles of Study, Prayer, Acts of Compassion, Shabbat, the Festival Year, the Cycle of Life, and the Jewish People.

We are constantly growing as a Kehilla K’dosha, a sacred community of people whose lives are enriched with meaning, purpose, connectedness and relationship with God.

Our Beliefs

In this age of proliferating Jewish institutions, the synagogue remains unique and indispensable.

Jewish practice and participation in Temple life can be a source of profound meaning throughout our lives.

A healthy synagogue community engages members at every stage of our lives – and our individual level of commitment and participation may vary at different times in our lives.

A Jewish community flourishes when members gather together on a regular basis for worship and learning, for community service and for fun and social connection.

In order to thrive, our congregation must be adaptive, take risks and continually renew its self.

The Commitments We Ask from our Members

To offer love and support to fellow congregants, in times of trouble and sorrow, and in times of joy and celebration

To strive to communicate with fellow congregants, Temple leadership, and CBB staff clearly and respectfully

Cultivate and nurture within ourselves a love and understanding of Jewish heritage

Generously contribute financial resources to the best of our ability, whether or not we are actively participating at the time

CBB Leadership and Staff Commitments to Our Members

To facilitate our member’s experience of a Judaism that is alive, meaningful and relevant

Prepare and support people to lead a Jewish life

Actively find ways to connect our members to each other, and
make it easy to participate in CBB.

Ensure that potential members feel welcome and interested in joining, without regard for their financial circumstances.

Support and encourage the development of other congregations and communities of Jewish worship and learning.

Work together as part of the Greater Santa Barbara community with all Jewish organizations to foster Jewish life.