Bet Israel is is an eclectic congregation with members from all parts of the globe, all types of Jewish backgrounds, and all types of current practice. We are committed to the humanist values of pluralism and "Elu ve'Elu" while, at the same time, preserving our rich heritage; we are committed to carrying on our traditions while being positive about modernity; we are committed to halakhah while being open to change, progress and innovation. We hope you will be comfortable here with us, and will do whatever we can to help make you feel at home.

Our services follow the traditional Jewish formula of prayer, and are fully egalitarian — women and men participate with full equality. Seating is family style, with no sections or barriers to seperate some from others.