Lay Leadership

At Bet Haverim members are actively engaged in the spiritual leadership of services. For many, it is inspiring to hear congregants give meaningful d'vrei torah on High Holy Days or be led in prayer by another member. As one CBH'er once said, "It is great when the Rabbi gives a great sermon or leads a wonderful service, however, we expect that. But when a member gives a sermon and knocks it out of the ballpark; it blows us away." We believe that with resources, including working with the rabbi, that members have the ability to lead powerful and meaningful services. At CBH we cultivate and appreciate the intimacy and generosity of congregants sharing one's self through prayer, Torah, song and/or story with the rest of the community. For us, it is a great source of Pride.