Find Jewish Community in Walla Walla

We are a small but thriving Reform Jewish synagogue in Walla Walla. Our community meets regularly to celebrate Shabbat and the holidays. We welcome Jews of all denominations, friends, and family to our services. Learn more about the beliefs and practices of Reform Judaism.

Over the years, we have been well served by our dedicated lay leaders, as well as visiting rabbis and rabbinical students who have helped lead services for the High Holy Days. Our congregation also works closely with Whitman’s Kehilat Shalom to offer support and guidance to Jewish students.

Shabbat Services

First Friday of Every Month, 7:00 pm

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Congregation Beth Israel
1202 E. Alder St.
Walla Walla, WA

Kabbalat Shabbat followed by a light oneg.

Calendar of Events

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Growing Our Jewish World

Our community has other events not posted here, including social activities and events appropriate for families with small children. If you are Jewish and new to town, please get in touch with us! info@cbiww.org

From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

Why Israel Celebrates the Ethiopian Jewish Holiday Sigd

Why Israel Celebrates the Ethiopian Jewish Holiday Sigd jemerman

Jewish Life Around the World
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For many generations, the Beta Israel had longed to reach Jerusalem in a quest to renew their covenant with God and for spiritual redemption. So strong was their desire that they created a holiday as a time to pray for this miracle. They called it Sigd (meaning "worship") and celebrated it on the 50th day after Yom Kippur. This year it is celebrated today, November 4.

For Some of Us the Holidays Are Just…Hard

For Some of Us the Holidays Are Just…Hard jemerman

Death and Mourning
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As we head into the holiday season, I am acutely aware of how much different this year is going to be than previous ones. I will be celebrating without my mom for the first time. My mother died in January 2021, and I'm still dealing with the unexpected waves of grief that wash over me, sometimes out of nowhere. As I head into this first winter holiday season without her, I'm not quite sure I know what to expect, other than everything is going to be very different.