Congregation Beth Israel's Board of Directors serves the Congregation through the management of affairs, records, funds and other property of the Congregation. Between 16 and 24 members in good standing are elected to serve on the Board. The Board may include up to two past presidents designated by the president and approved by the Board. The presidents of Men’s Club and Women of Beth Israel serve as ex-officio members, as well as the president of the Cemetery and Mausoleum Association, Inc. and the president of the Congregation’s senior youth group.

The Beth Israel Board serves you with a deep commitment to collaborating with staff and lay leaders in all aspects of managing the Temple and its activities. They are equally committed to serving with genuine openness, a true spirit of cooperation, and a free exchange of ideas in realizing common objectives. Your Board seeks your input.

You are invited to contact the Board at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and to attend Board meetings. Board meetings are usually on the third Thursday of each month (excluding June and August) but please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it at 858 535-1111, ext. 3126 for Board meeting dates and to RSVP to attend a meeting.

Please contact President Emily Jennewein at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Read Board members' biographies
Read Board President Emily Jennewein's 2011 High Holy Days remarks.
Read Board President Emily Jennewein's 2012 High Holy Days remarks.