As a member of the Board of Deacons of BAY, and a member of BAY for ten years, I feel the need to…read moreaddress some of what is being posted here and also on other review sites. I keep seeing accusations of BAY being a "cult.". If that is indeed the case, who is the "cult leader?". The individual that people are identifying as the "leader" of BAY (who I choose not to name in keeping with the tenants of Jewish law and Torah that forbids public shaming of individuals) is not a leader, is no longer an Elder... he is only a congregant. In fact, we have no Elders at this time. In order to have a "cult," by definition one must have a leader that fits that description. Would a true cult leader agree to step down as an Elder by request of the Board of Deacons? I don't think so. So statements that BAY is under the sway of this individual are untrue, misinformed, and against the teachings of Torah. Regarding the Beit Din, the Board did not stop this process to "protect" the accused. The Beit Din was originally to judge an issue between an Elder and a single congregant. The Beit Din morphed into an Elder vs anyone-who-has-ever-had-an-issue-with-that-Elder. Ad hoc Beit Dins are traditionally comprised of one judge picked by the accused, one judge picked by the accuser, and one judge picked by the two judges themselves. This was not done. The original accuser refused to participate in the Beit Din, so there was no accuser to conduct a Beit Din for. The charges the Beit Din leveled against the accused were not written by the original accuser, but were a compilation of charges from others. The Board was concerned that the Beit Din was moving in a direction completely at odds with the original intent, so the Board asked for a delay, and then stopped the process after assuring the Beit Din judges that the Board would address the Elder in question issues in our community. We have asked for and received the resignation of both our remaining Elders, and will be a community led synagogue for the foreseeable future. So the accusation that the Board acted to "protect" an accused Elder is absolutely untrue. I read the posts on these review sites and am stunned at the vitriol, hatred, and misrepresentations being directed at an individual, at groups of individuals, and at BAY. Jewish law and Torah forbid embarrassment and public shaming of others... and yet people who claim to be followers of Torah have no problem going online under the cover of internet anonymity to make accusations BY NAME, and which have no basis in fact. I am a Board member and I state unequivocally that the Board did nothing to "protect" the accused Elder (as he was asked to resign as Elder), and did not take our actions to "take power" of BAY. We are a small synagogue and really don't have a whole lot of power to take. Torah calls for us to forgive and reconcile with those who have wronged us... not conduct vindictive retribution. Those who don't make peace with their brothers and sisters who have wronged them assume the sin of the original brother/sister who wronged them. A heavy price to pay for pride and refusing to forgive... As a long time member of BAY and Board member, my goal is to worship Hashem, further my family's walk with Him, and heal the divisions at BAY to further others walk with Him. I have no ulterior motives, no personal asperations for greatness, no pre planned agenda... Just a love of G-d and a desire to be around others who feel the same. Thank you for taking the time to read this. Sean Holden "And don't bear sin because of him"--Leviticus 19:17. It is forbidden to shame or embarrass one another. We derive this from the verse: "You shall certainly rebuke your neighbor, and don't bear sin because of him." Even when we rebuke a fellow for a sin he has done, which itself is a Torah command, we must be careful not to embarrass the individual--lest we "bear sin because of him."

The daily learning of Tanya and Chumash is very educational. The Jewish Community has such a warm…read moreand friendly atmosphere.

Really nice synagogue. The Rabbi is friendly and the people are very welcoming. They have several…read moreevents every year. A great place to learn.

I've been with Chabad Jewish Community of Colorado Springs for more than five years. The new Chabad…read moreHouse is such a blessing to the Jewish people in Colorado Springs.

Had a really great experience at this Chabad House. Great services for all levels of observance…read more Great Israeli food. my girlfriend and I not very religious but we felt at home

It is closed till 2027 for renovation. The whole building was wrapped or covered by cement panels…read more One star for now. I am sure it will be 5 stars when the renovation is done.

GPS directions can be confusing, so put in 2306 Sijan Drive, Colorado Springs. Be sure to get off…read moreat N Gate Blvd (to enter off S Gate Blvd you'll need a visitor's pass). Then just follow signs to the Cadet Chapel. Amazing architecture (17 spires that reach 150 feet upwards)! According to the website, it's the most visited man-made attraction in Colorado. The inside is great too, but hard to capture on camera because of the shape. Tons of different chapel segments: the main one for Protestants, then ones for Catholics, Jews, Buddhists, and a room for all-faiths. On the walk from the parking lot to the Cadet Chapel, you pass through the Honor Court with tons of bronze statues of aviators and aircraft, and a giant 3-D triangle-ish piece of glass artwork. I'd recommend stopping at the Visitor Center too, just follow the signs on Academy Dr past the chapel. You learn some Air Force Academy history and have the opportunity to buy merch. p.s. There are open bathrooms at the Cadet Chapel!

We are small in size - but NOT in spirit and not only close to my house but they are not…read morejudgemental and this is the place where I go to on Pesach(Passover) or the High Holidays (Yom Kippur - Rosh Hashanah) Rabbi Jeffery Kaye is very inspirational

Love CBS! A great small community. My oldest daugther was 12 and we wanted to have a Bat Mitzvah…read more We were always Reform Jews, but the "big box" reform temples in Denver said we needed to be members for 3 years, plus we weren't comfortable having to disclose our earnings to join, signing contracts promising additional pledges, etc. CBS was welcoming, had low set monthly dues, and even though they are technically Conservative, the services and open-mindedness of the community feel very Reform to us. If you haven't affiliated for whatever reason, I definitely recommend Congregation Beth Shalom!

Nice environment, very welcoming to newcomers. Great place for Shabbat and holidays. Highly…read morerecommend.

What a great preschool more like a family, kids are so well cared for compared to other places I've…read moreseen I actually had to pull my daughter out of one place the village, but here environment is not toxic, everything is wooden, beautiful daily activities children plant seeds, create art, make deserts with apples, cook, life skills are incorporated. They have Yoga once a week and daily nap with meditation. The teacher for the preschool is so wonderful she is a mom herself of 4 and the most lovely peaceful kind manner her name is Sara.

Wonderfully friendly diverse group. With lots of activities…read morefor the year and for holidays. Plus, zoom meetings for those that cannot attend.

We have been members for about 11 years. Everyone says that they are a warm, caring, and inclusive…read morecongregation, but B'nai Chaim proves it by its actions. Visitors are always welcomed. We do not have young children, but people love the religious school. Rabbi Harris is great! She is warm and caring.

I have been visiting Congregation Beth Evergreen for the Church of the Apostles services for maybe…read morea year now, and I've loved coming here for services. The view is so beautiful and the building itself just seems very welcoming. Thank you so much to Congregation Beth Evergreen for allowing our group to rent out this beautiful space!

This is a biased review but my sister is the wife of the Rabbi and I highly recommend this…read morecongregation above all else. Ask Jamie about his musical sermons...