The B'nai Mitzvah (the plural of bar/bat mitzvah) experience combines the most joyous and solemn of moments among all of our rites. Welcoming young people as adults into our Jewish community enriches us all. At Temple Isaiah, our staff, clergy and families collaborate to make the experience one of deep meaning for our youth, while at the same time helping them to celebrate a milestone in a way that will be memorable.

Each child's journey to this moment is unique. Each family's hopes and expectations of this accomplishment are individual. Our community gathers around each child and family, helping them discover all of the dimensions of B'nai Mitzvah that make it such a critical passage.

Preparations for the rituals of B'nai Mitzvah are extensive. Our educational programs are structured to ensure that children approach their special day with confidence. Every child should feel that he or she has the capability to accomplish this milestone and we encourage families who have concerns to work with the clergy and staff individually.

Please read the extensive material in the Bar / Bat Mitzvah Handbook.  This guide has been assembled and is regularly edited to ensure that it addresses the topics families are interested in as they approach B'nai Mitzvah with their children. Additional information and the forms you need to submit as this milestone approaches are below.

For more information and forms see the Bar/Bat Mitzvah Resource Page