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Founded in 1972 as the world’s first synagogue by and for gay and lesbian Jews, BCC is a thriving, progressive, and welcoming Reform Jewish space for the LGBTQIA+ community, our friends, and our families. We invite you into our Beth Chayim Chadashim, House of New Life, to explore Judaism and all that we are through tradition, innovation, and our shared values.

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Shavua Tov! Join us next Friday for...

🎶 Our Story in Song: A Journey Through Jewish Music 🎶
Friday, January 30, 7:30 pm

Join Rabbi Jillian Cameron, Cantorial Soloist Raymond Zachary, and musical guests for a journey through Jewish music as we celebrate Shabbat Shira!

#BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #ShabbatShira #JewishMusic #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles
Shavua Tov! Join us next Friday for... 🎶 Our Story in Song: A Journey Through Jewish Music 🎶 Friday, January 30, 7:30 pm Join Rabbi Jillian Cameron, Cantorial Soloist Raymond Zachary, and musical guests for a journey through Jewish music as we celebrate Shabbat Shira! #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #ShabbatShira #JewishMusic #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles
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One Value at a Time: A Class Exploring Jewish Values
Coming up: Sunday, February 1, 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 at youtube.com/watch?v=nIo410-EjCc

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 #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #JewishValues #JewishEthics
One Value at a Time: A Class Exploring Jewish Values Coming up: Sunday, February 1, 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 at youtube.com/watch?v=nIo410-EjCc 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 #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #JewishValues #JewishEthics
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What can you look forward to at BCC this week?

👖 Friday, January 23 at 6:45 pm: BCC Monthly Clothing Swap. In person only. No RSVP required.

✡️ Friday, January 23 at 7:30 pm: Shabbat Evening Service. In person and on Zoom. To register for Zoom, please see the calendar on bcc-la.org.

🍿 Saturday, January 24 at 7 pm: "Unspoken" screening with writer/director Jeremy Borison. In person only. To RSVP, got to bit.ly/BCCunspoken

📚 Sunday, January 25 at 10 am: BCC Books & Bagels. On Zoom only. To register for Zoom, contact Larry Nathenson at larrynath@aol.com

📖 Tuesday, January 27 at 7 pm: Torah Study. On Zoom only. To register for Zoom, please see the calendar on bcc-la.org.

#BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles
What can you look forward to at BCC this week? 👖 Friday, January 23 at 6:45 pm: BCC Monthly Clothing Swap. In person only. No RSVP required. ✡️ Friday, January 23 at 7:30 pm: Shabbat Evening Service. In person and on Zoom. To register for Zoom, please see the calendar on bcc-la.org. 🍿 Saturday, January 24 at 7 pm: "Unspoken" screening with writer/director Jeremy Borison. In person only. To RSVP, got to bit.ly/BCCunspoken 📚 Sunday, January 25 at 10 am: BCC Books & Bagels. On Zoom only. To register for Zoom, contact Larry Nathenson at larrynath@aol.com 📖 Tuesday, January 27 at 7 pm: Torah Study. On Zoom only. To register for Zoom, please see the calendar on bcc-la.org. #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles
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COMING UP TOMORROW

💄👕👗 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 #LosAngeles #ClothingSwap #MutualAid #MutualAidLosAngeles #JewishMutualAid
COMING UP TOMORROW 💄👕👗 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 #LosAngeles #ClothingSwap #MutualAid #MutualAidLosAngeles #JewishMutualAid
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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
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
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5/12
TONIGHT

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 on the BCC calendar at bcc-la.org!

#BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #TorahStudy #ZoomTorahStudy
TONIGHT 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 on the BCC calendar at bcc-la.org! #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #TorahStudy #ZoomTorahStudy
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6/12
COMING UP ON THURSDAY
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 #LA #JewishLA
COMING UP ON THURSDAY 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 #LA #JewishLA
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7/12
🌳 Tu B'Shvat 🌳
Sunday, February 1, 10:30 am

Join us for a gentle nature walk as we celebrate the birthday of trees! Tu B’shvat snacks (fruits and nuts) will be provided. This event will take place at the Tree People location on Mulholland in Coldwater Canyon.

For RSVP and directions, go to forms.gle/3XEb6oQsrEooPRZ2A

#BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #TuBShvat #TuBiShvat #NewYearOfTheTrees
🌳 Tu B'Shvat 🌳 Sunday, February 1, 10:30 am Join us for a gentle nature walk as we celebrate the birthday of trees! Tu B’shvat snacks (fruits and nuts) will be provided. This event will take place at the Tree People location on Mulholland in Coldwater Canyon. For RSVP and directions, go to forms.gle/3XEb6oQsrEooPRZ2A #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #TuBShvat #TuBiShvat #NewYearOfTheTrees
7 days ago
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8/12
Today we honor the memory and the legacy of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. How will you honor Dr. King's legacy today?

#BCC #BethChayimChadashim #MLK #MLKDay #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews
Today we honor the memory and the legacy of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. How will you honor Dr. King's legacy today? #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #MLK #MLKDay #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews
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COMING UP

💄👕👗 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 #ClothingSwap #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #MutualAid #MutualAidLosAngeles
COMING UP 💄👕👗 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 #ClothingSwap #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #MutualAid #MutualAidLosAngeles
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10/12
🌳 Tu B'Shvat 🌳
Sunday, February 1, 10:30 am

Join us for a gentle nature walk as we celebrate the birthday of trees! Tu B’shvat snacks (fruits and nuts) will be provided. This event will take place at the Tree People location on Mulholland in Coldwater Canyon.

For RSVP and directions, go to forms.gle/3XEb6oQsrEooPRZ2A

#BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #TuBShvat #TuBiShvat #NewYearOfTheTrees
🌳 Tu B'Shvat 🌳 Sunday, February 1, 10:30 am Join us for a gentle nature walk as we celebrate the birthday of trees! Tu B’shvat snacks (fruits and nuts) will be provided. This event will take place at the Tree People location on Mulholland in Coldwater Canyon. For RSVP and directions, go to forms.gle/3XEb6oQsrEooPRZ2A #BCC #BethChayimChadashim #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #GayJews #LesbianJews #TransJews #QueerJews #JewishLA #LosAngeles #TuBShvat #TuBiShvat #NewYearOfTheTrees
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🎞️ "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
🎞️ "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
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