B'nai Havurah: Denver Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation

B’nai Havurah is an inclusive, participatory Jewish Reconstructionist community (Kehillah) that is passionately committed to experiencing Judaism by infusing tradition with renewed meaning in a contemporary American context. We do this through study (Torah), worship and joyous practice (Avodah), social justice (Tikkun Olam), acts of kindness (Gemilut Hasidim), and connection with the Jewish people (Am Yisrael).

n Jewish life. Our movement defines Judaism as an evolving religious civilization that encompasses history, literature, art, music, land, and language. We are an egalitarian and participatory community, open to a variety of perspectives and forms of religious expression. B'nai Havurah had its beginnings as a fellowship/study group (havurah) founded in 1961. Since its founding, our community has continued to grow, and in 1983 our first rabbi was hired.

Over the past few years, our community has experienced strong growth, with the addition of many new members, especially those who are a part of young families. Today, our community is home to 210 families throughout Metro-Denver. Our lively music, our inclusive approach, and our progressive theology have deeply influenced all corners of Jewish life in Denver and beyond.