Shalom!

🎞️ "UNSPOKEN" Film Screening with Writer/Director Jeremy Borison 🎞️ Saturday, January 24, 7 pm “UNSPOKEN” is a new, award-winning feature-length film about an Orthodox teenager grappling with his own identity who discovers a love letter written to his late grandfather by another man before the Holocaust. The evening will begin with Havdalah, followed by the film, Q&A with Jeremy Borison, the film’s writer/director, and refreshments. 🎥 “Jeremy Borison’s “UNSPOKEN” is a triumph for a debut director…a brilliantly understated film” — Forward. 🎥 RSVP today at bit.ly/BCCunspoken #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #UnspokenFilm #FilmScreening

We invite you to join us to participate in the 2026 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count, an annual initiative of the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA). The Homeless Count is critical to helping the thousands of individuals experiencing homelessness across Los Angeles County by identifying the areas of greatest need and allowing for a more effective allocation of resources and services. If you can’t join us on January 22nd, you may also sign up to count in your local neighborhood. LAHSA Homeless Count Thursday, January 22, 2026 — 6:30 - 11:00 PM* Pico-Robertson address provided in advance of the event Light Kosher dinner will be available at 6:30 PM *The volunteer experience is typically completed before 11:00 PM Volunteers must be 18 or older. Register at tinyurl.com/picocount26 #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LAHSA #HomelessCount #PicoRobertson #LosAngeles #JewishLA

💄👕👗 BCC Monthly Clothing Swap 👗👕💄 Friday, January 23, 6:45 pm and after Shabbat services! Join us before Shabbat for a clothing swap! A clothing swap provides an opportunity create a safe, affirming space for trans folks (and everyone!) to explore Shabbat-ready styles. Please bring gently used clean clothes in all sizes, as well as unopened/unused hair and makeup products. No sign up is necessary; we look forward to seeing you there! #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #JewishMutualAid #ClothingSwap

From Sha'ar Zahav: What's Your Plan B?: Foreign Residency & Citizenship Contingency Planning for LGBTQ+ Jews & Allies Sunday, January 11, �10-11:30am, on Zoom only Whether you’re worried about our �administration’s changing passport regulations, concerned about being Jewish or queer in the US, or curious about obtaining another passport for other reasons, you’re invited to a discussion and planning session for your “Plan B.” Register for the Zoom at shaarzahav-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/Tm3tLjvYSTq_h7MvI_UUKw#/registration @shaarzahav #ShaarZahav #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews

What can you look forward to at BCC this week? 🍛 Friday, January 9 at 6 pm: Pre-Shabbat Dinner at Natalee Thai restaurant. In person only. To RSVP, please see the BCC weekly email. ✡️ Friday, January 9 at 7:30 pm: Shabbat Evening Service. In person and on Zoom. To register for Zoom, please go to the calendar at bcc-la.org. 🌅 Saturday, January 10 at 10 am: Shabbat Morning Minyan. In person and on Zoom. To register for Zoom, please go to the calendar at bcc-la.org. 🏳️‍⚧️ Sunday, January 11 at 12 pm: Trans Havurah Hangout. On Zoom only. To register for Zoom, please go to the calendar at bcc-la.org. 📖 Tuesday, January 13 at 7 pm: Torah Study. On Zoom only. To register for Zoom, please go to the calendar at bcc-la.org. #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles

"UNSPOKEN" Film Screening with Writer/Director Jeremy Borison Saturday, January 24, 7 pm “UNSPOKEN” is a new, award-winning feature-length film about an Orthodox teenager grappling with his own identity who discovers a love letter written to his late grandfather by another man before the Holocaust. The evening will begin with Havdalah, followed by the film, Q&A with Jeremy Borison, the film’s writer/director, and refreshments. “Jeremy Borison’s “UNSPOKEN” is a triumph for a debut director…a brilliantly understated film” — Forward. RSVP today at bit.ly/BCCunspoken #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #UnspokenFilm #FilmScreening

Celebrating a simcha (joyful occasion) like a birthday or anniversary? Honor your loved ones and friends by sponsoring the oneg (post-service snacks) or other aspects of Shabbat service--this includes if you are a Zoom attendee, there are virtual aspects to sponsor as well! Sponsor at bit.ly/BCConeg #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #Oneg

Join BCC's Rabbi Jillian Cameron every Tuesday from 7 pm - 8:30 pm on Zoom to explore the week's Torah portion through thoughtful discussion and conversation. All are welcome; friends, familiar faces, and new ones. No prior experience needed! Please note: There is a new Zoom link for Torah Study, please be sure to sign up so you can join us! Register for Zoom on the calendar at bcc-la.org! #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #TorahStudy

"UNSPOKEN" Film Screening with Writer/Director Jeremy Borison Saturday, January 24, 7 pm “UNSPOKEN” is a new, award-winning feature-length film about an Orthodox teenager grappling with his own identity who discovers a love letter written to his late grandfather by another man before the Holocaust. The evening will begin with Havdalah, followed by the film, Q&A with Jeremy Borison, the film’s writer/director, and refreshments. “Jeremy Borison’s “UNSPOKEN” is a triumph for a debut director…a brilliantly understated film” — Forward. RSVP today at bit.ly/BCCunspoken #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #UnspokenFilm #FilmScreening

THIS SUNDAY One Value at a Time: A Class Exploring Jewish Values Coming up: Sunday, January 4, 4 pm During the High Holy Days, Rabbi Jillian spoke about using our moral voices and living our values in real ways every day. Watch the sermon on BCC's Youtube channel! Each month we explore a different Jewish value from their origins in our texts to practical application in our lives now. Let’s strengthen our knowledge of our values together! In person at BCC, the first Sunday of each month. Led by Rabbi Jillian Cameron. RSVP at bit.ly/BCCvalues #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #JewishValues #JewishEthics #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles

Happy New Year from all of us at BCC! #HappyNewYear #NewYear #NewYears #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles

What can you look forward to at BCC this week? 🚫 Thursday, January 1, ALL DAY: BCC Office Closed ✡️ Friday, January 2 at 7:30 pm: Shabbat Evening Service. In person and on Zoom. To register for Zoom, please go to the calendar at bcc-la.org 🤝 Sunday, January 4 at 4 pm: One Value at a Time: A Class Exploring Jewish Values. In person only. To RSVP, go to bit.ly/BCCvalues 🫂 Monday, January 5 at 7 pm: Life Transitions Group. On Zoom only. To register for Zoom, contact the BCC office at bcc@bcc-la.org 📖 Tuesday, January 6 at 7 pm: Torah Study. On Zoom only. To register for Zoom, please go to the calendar at bcc-la.org #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #JewishValues #JewishEthics