End of Life
End of Life
“Hamakom y’nachem etkhem b’tokh sha’ar avelei tziyon viyrushalayim”
(May God comfort you among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem)
Our Jewish tradition offers several powerful end of life rituals – Kriah (tearing of a garment), Levayah (funeral procession), Hesped (eulogy), Kevurah (burial) and Shivah (seven days of mourning). CBE offers a climate of dignity, comfort, and reflection in times of death. Our clergy can perform interment services which can be held at the synagogue, graveside, or at the funeral chapel.
For burials in the Capital District, contact Levine Funeral Home. You can also learn more about internment at the Beth Emeth Cemetery in Loudonville along with establishing a Perpetual Memorial.
Please call the synagogue as soon as you hear of a death in your family, even if the funeral will be out of town. Our clergy are here to support you in your grief, with a call or visit, as well as guidance with arrangements, how to talk to children, and planning for shivah.
Death & Mourning Resources
What to Expect at a Jewish Funeral
Jewish tradition teaches that human beings are created in the image of God (Genesis 1:26). This is the underpinning of all of the rituals and customs that make up a Jewish funeral.
11 Questions & Answers to Help You Talk to Children About Death
Sometimes we have no choice but to discuss death for the first time when a child experiences it firsthand.
Yahrzeit Calculator
It is a mitzvah (commandment) to observe yahrzeit, the anniversary of the day of death, by reciting Kaddish and attending synagogue services.
Preparing for a Jewish Funeral: A Guide
The death of a loved one is so often a painful and confusing time for members of the family and dear friends. This guide will assist you in planning the funeral as well as offer helpful information…
Thu, March 30 2023
8 Nisan 5783
Upcoming Events
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Thursday ,
MarMarch 30 , 2023Grief & Loss Support Group
Thursday, Mar 30th 2:00p to 3:00p
Jewish Family Services is offering an in-person weekly support group for anyone who is grieving the death of a family member or friend. -
Friday ,
MarMarch 31 , 2023NO EREV SHABBAT SERVICE AT CBE
Friday, Mar 31st (All day)
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Saturday ,
AprApril 1 , 2023CBE & Me: Passover with Grandparents
Shabbat, Apr 1st 9:00a to 11:00a
Kids ages 0-5 and their grandparents (and all the grownups who love them) are invited to join us for a Shabbat morning program to make your own Seder plates in preparation for Passover! -
Saturday ,
AprApril 1 , 2023Grade 6 & 7 Saturday Morning Shabbat Program
Shabbat, Apr 1st 10:45a to 12:10p
Grade 6 & 7 students are invited and strongly encouraged to join us for a program to reinforce Religious School learning, learn the Bimah choreography, and prepare students for their B’nei Mitzvah. Parents and siblings are invited to attend. -
Saturday ,
AprApril 1 , 2023Bar Mitzvah of Justin Kohn
Shabbat, Apr 1st 10:45a to 12:00p
Join us in person or watch our Live Stream. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 2 , 2023Brotherhood Monthly Meeting
Sunday, Apr 2nd 9:00a to 11:00a
All Brotherhood members are invited to the monthly meeting to discuss upcoming events and programming. This month's meeting will be in person and on Zoom; please reach out to Jay for the link if you wish to attend by Zoom. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 2 , 2023Arba for Fours!
Sunday, Apr 2nd 9:30a to 12:00p
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Sunday ,
AprApril 2 , 20236th Grade Special Holocaust Program
Sunday, Apr 2nd 9:30a to 11:50a
Every student is requested to have a parent accompany them in the Adult Chapel when the 6th grade will have some special speakers to talk about their personal connections to the Holocaust. Raymond Naar will be joining us to share his Holocaust story and some History of the Jewish community of Selonika Greece. Burt Weinberg will join us to share his story and how he brought the Czech Torah to CBE. Steve Squires will tell us about his experience and welcoming the Czech Torah. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 2 , 2023
Sunday, Apr 2nd 9:45a to 11:30a
PARENTS AND STUDENTS Visit the CBE Loudonville Cemetery. We will learn some History of CBE through a cemetery tour, with the expert of experts, Rabbi Shpeen. We will meet Rabbi Shpeen by the Mendleson Chapel at the Loudonville Cemetery. -
Monday ,
AprApril 3 , 2023Strong Foundations - Yoga and Posture with NNORC
Monday, Apr 3rd 2:15p to 3:45p
Contact Jody Ference, NNORC Coordinator of Community Health Programs, for more information Phone: 518-516-1117 jference@jfsneny.org