The Center is your space to explore ways to thrive in Jewish + life.
Everywhere you look these days, something's in flux. It doesn't matter how big or far the transition is — none of us is untouched.
Growth and change are inevitable, and you know what? We were built for this. In every generation, Jews have responded to uncertainty with creativity and chutzpah: finding ways to adapt without disappearing, rebuild without starting from nothing, and begin again without forgetting what came before.
The very thing that makes transition frightening — not knowing what comes next — gives us room to imagine the future of Jewish life and participate in making it. So, while the world doles out change without asking, the High Holy Days turn our attention to the places where we still have a choice. This is the time to ask: what will we do with it?
We're so excited to have you with us this year.
G'mar Chatimah Tovah,
Rabbi Jacobs + Rabbi Carmi
Even if you only come to services this time of year, you should know where they are.
Be moved by the sound of the shofar and the soothing melodies of Avinu Malkeinu. High Holy Day services require registration and tickets. All other holiday services are open to the public.
Be Our GuestUnable to attend in person? Join us via Zoom with a season pass — your ticket to viewing services on your preferred device. The link is delivered securely to your email before the holidays.
Opt InWelcome the new year with Rabbi Carmi in this all-ages spiritual experience.
Save My SeatsDuring Rosh Hashanah services, kiddos ages 01–11 explore, learn + play. Snacks included. Registration required — non‑registered walk-ins can't be accepted.
RegisterOur young learners explore Yom Kippur through age-appropriate creativity and play. Registration required — non-registered walk-ins can't be accepted.
Sign UpNot a Member? Let's fix that. There's no time like now to start soul searching, enriching your life and building a legacy — with a community where you can be everything you already are.
Join UsBy participating in Jewish life today, we give it a future. Your generosity in a High Holy Day pledge ensures our programs, education, and spiritual life continue to grow and thrive. Let's build the future of Jewish life right here, together.
Make My PledgeAdd your family name to the Women's League Rosh Hashanah card — designed by a Gordon School student and shared with the whole community during High Holy Days. A small gesture with big meaning: send love, share the season, and support programs that uplift women all year long.
Increased Security Presence: Additional security personnel will be on-site throughout the High Holy Days to carefully monitor and safeguard our campus.
Bag/Vehicle Checks & Screenings: Screenings take place at the parking lot entrance and at our Main Entrance in Traurig Hall. Please allow extra time for bag and vehicle checks.
Entrance Policy: Admission is limited to confirmed reservations or tickets. Please have tickets, government-issued ID, Center ID card, and any required documents ready at check-in.
The soul-searching and legacy-building we do here didn't start with us — it started with the ones who built us up. Join us in prayer during the annual High Holy Day memorial service. Kindle a yahrzeit candle for the loved ones who continue to inspire and guide us, even in their absence, including victims of the October 7 attacks and the IDF soldiers who gave their lives defending Israel.
No matter how long we've missed them, we never forget how the ones we've lost touched our lives. In this sacred tradition, we hold the memories of our loved ones close with a collective tribute to their legacy during the High Holy Days.
Our Book of Remembrance is printed and shared with the whole Center community at services — a seasonal complement to our always-on Yahrzeit page, which recognizes the anniversary of a loved one's passing in real time. With each name added, you support the spiritual life of our community and make their memory into a blessing.
Add Your Loved One's Name.avif)
Our vision is for anyone who comes to the Center to feel they belong – whether they were born Jewish, chose Judaism, or neither. Your support keeps us going. We hope you’ll join us in nurturing a community where all of us can thrive.
Center for Jewish Life at Beth David
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Miami, FL 33129
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