Aurora's Temple B'nai Israel reopens for in-person worship May 14

Temple B'nai Israel in Aurora will reopen for in-person worship services Friday, May 14, at the synagogue, 400 N. Edgelawn Drive.

Rabbi Edward Friedman announced services for Friday at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 15, at 9 a.m. (traditional service).

Meetings will be held in the sanctuary. The chapel remains closed.

"Shabbat Under the Stars," an outdoor service, will be led by Rabbi Friedman at 7 p.m. Friday, June 4.

Centers for Disease Control guidelines will be followed. All congregants entering the temple must wear a mask and social distance. Temple B'nai Israel evaluates pandemic protocols for participants' safety. This will be an ongoing Friday event, weather permitting.

Call (630) 892-2450 or visit www.temple-bnai-israel.org for more information.

Temple B'nai Israel is a small congregation that embraces Jews of every denomination, age and background. They welcome everyone, including Traditional, Conservative, and Reform Jews. Furthermore, many interfaith families also participate fully in the religious services, educational programs, and social activities.

Established in 1904, Temple B'nai Israel has been a mainstay for over a century in Aurora and the surrounding area. Their goal is to enrich each of the members through continued devotion to prayer, Jewish values, education, and social action.