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"Bais Abe" is a warm, welcoming, inclusive modern Orthodox synagogue located in the University City area of St. Louis, close to Washington University. The community combines observance, passionate prayer and deep Torah study with creativity, openness and activism. Surrounded by stately, quiet neighborhoods and adjacent to the Delmar Loop, one of the most exciting urban oases in the country, Bais Abe is the perfect balance of urban energy and suburban calm. Individuals and families of all backgrounds and levels of observance are welcome. For more information on upcoming events click HERE.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Saturday ,
JanJanuary 17 , 2026
Vehaaretz Natan Livnei Adam - Jewish Values in a Changing World
Shabbat, Jan 17th (All day)
Join us as we learn the teachings of Rabbi Yehuda Amital from his work published in the early 2000s. This class will meet at Seudah Shelishit on Shabbat afternoons. -
Sunday ,
JanJanuary 18 , 2026
Find Your Place in Jewish History! - A Jewish History Survey
Sunday, Jan 18th 9:00a to 10:00a
Join Rabbi Finkelstein on Sunday mornings at 9am for a crash course in Jewish History sponsored by NJOP. Register below, or contact Rabbi Finkelstein or the shul office to get zoom information (if needed) or with any questions. Note: this class will temporarily replace the current Sunday morning class. -
Monday ,
JanJanuary 19 , 2026
Open Learning Seder
Monday, Jan 19th 7:30p to 9:30p
Join us every Tuesday night as the shul is open for independent learning. Enjoy snacks, company, and the opportunity to learn by oneself or with friends. -
Monday ,
JanJanuary 19 , 2026
Intro To Talmud: Tractate Megillah
Monday, Jan 19th 8:00p to 9:00p
Join Rabbi Finkelstein during open seder as we learn Masechet Megillah and improve our Talmud skills together. -
Wednesday ,
JanJanuary 21 , 2026
Torah & Togetherness: Weekly Wisdom with Rabbi Finkelstein
Wednesday, Jan 21st 11:00a to 12:00p
Join Rabbi Finkelstein at Crown Center for a weekly Torah portion study group. Participants will discuss how the portions' meaning can impact their lives. Purchase lunch from the Circle@Crown Cafe while learning with other community members. -
Saturday ,
JanJanuary 24 , 2026
Vehaaretz Natan Livnei Adam - Jewish Values in a Changing World
Shabbat, Jan 24th (All day)
Join us as we learn the teachings of Rabbi Yehuda Amital from his work published in the early 2000s. This class will meet at Seudah Shelishit on Shabbat afternoons. -
Saturday ,
JanJanuary 24 , 2026
Lunch and Learn Series 6
Shabbat, Jan 24th 10:00a to 12:00p
Join us immediately following morning services for a light lunch and learning with Rabbi Finkelstein on the following topic: Seudat Shabbat: The Three Meals of Shabbat -
Sunday ,
JanJanuary 25 , 2026
Find Your Place in Jewish History! - A Jewish History Survey
Sunday, Jan 25th 9:00a to 10:00a
Join Rabbi Finkelstein on Sunday mornings at 9am for a crash course in Jewish History sponsored by NJOP. Register below, or contact Rabbi Finkelstein or the shul office to get zoom information (if needed) or with any questions. Note: this class will temporarily replace the current Sunday morning class. -
Monday ,
JanJanuary 26 , 2026
Open Learning Seder
Monday, Jan 26th 7:30p to 9:30p
Join us every Tuesday night as the shul is open for independent learning. Enjoy snacks, company, and the opportunity to learn by oneself or with friends. -
Monday ,
JanJanuary 26 , 2026
Intro To Talmud: Tractate Megillah
Monday, Jan 26th 8:00p to 9:00p
Join Rabbi Finkelstein during open seder as we learn Masechet Megillah and improve our Talmud skills together.
Wed, January 14 2026
25 Tevet 5786
Today's Calendar
Friday Night
| Candle Lighting : 4:47pm |
: 4:49pm |
Shabbat Day
: 9:00am |
| Havdalah : 5:49pm |
Upcoming Programs & Events
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Jan 17 |
Jan 18 |
Jan 19 |
Jan 19 |
This week's Torah portion is Parshat Vaera
Candle Lighting
| Friday, Jan 16, 4:47pm |
Havdalah
| Motzei Shabbat, Jan 17, 5:49pm |
Shabbat Mevarchim
| Shabbat, Jan 17 |
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Zmanim for Today
| Alot Hashachar | 5:54am |
| Earliest Tallit | 6:26am |
| Netz (Sunrise) | 7:16am |
| Latest Shema | 9:43am |
| Zman Tefillah | 10:32am |
| Chatzot (Midday) | 12:11pm |
| Mincha Gedola | 12:35pm |
| Mincha Ketana | 3:02pm |
| Plag HaMincha | 4:04pm |
| Shkiah (Sunset) | 5:05pm |
| Tzeit Hakochavim | 5:46pm |
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