CJC is the heart of Jewish life in Celebration, FL. Our community stretches far beyond the physical boundaries of Celebration, reaching Jewish families from areas outside Orlando. CJC has always conducted services and celebrated Festivals in a welcoming way that made everyone feel at home. Since its founding, CJC has been blessed with spiritual leadership that enabled us to independently conduct High Holy Days services, observe major holidays such as Passover, and conduct occasional Shabbat services at congregants’ residences.
We are also blessed with the support of other congregations in the area such as Congregation Beth Emeth lead by Rabbi Robert Lefkowitz. CJC congregants were invited to participate in Beth Emeth’s High Holy Days services which allowed for many of us to pray together and meet new people who share our beliefs and values.
We are here for our neighbors in Celebration and the surrounding area. Where possible, we make sure all our activities are “in town.”
We are open, heimish, and egalitarian. We welcome Jews from all streams and walks of life, as well as our non-Jewish friends and allies. Our services, while honoring our traditions, are accessible to all.
In another step we have taken towards being an open, inclusive community, we never charge membership dues. We do request a per-event donation that goes directly to the expenses for the event (catering, hall rental, etc.).
If you would like to host a Shabbat or Havdalah service, please contact us to indicate your interest or ask any questions about what it involves. It's easy. We will be happy to help you create an enjoyable event for the local Jewish community.