Bar & Bat Mitzvah
What is a Bar or Bat Mitzvah? Where does this tradition come from? The answer is relatively straightforward, and it is important to focus on the central meaning of this moment in a young person’s life. The Bar/Bat Mitzvah experience at Kol Ami begins with engaging family workshops in the 6th grade and ends with a meaningful Bar/Bat Mitzvah Shabbat service close to the young person’s 13th birthday. Additionally, the students work extensively in one-on-one sessions with our Clergy and with their own individual tutor. Each student also takes on their own mitzvah project.
Frequently Asked Questions
Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah Program
Every few years, we teach an Adult B’nei Mitzvah Cohort. This program is intended for Jewish adults who did not experience becoming B’nei Mitzvah in their younger years. Together, we study Jewish beliefs and practice, holidays and life cycle rituals, prayer, culture, and Hebrew. Our cohorts form lifelong bonds during this program, connecting over shared questions and curiosity. For more information on dates and times please contact the main office or one of our Clergy.
Learn more about our recent B’nai Mitzvah students and their journey.
Read Our Guide The B'nai Mitzvah Process
Attending services for the first time at Kol Ami?
Read our Guide to Worship and you will feel right at home.
Learn about participating in a Torah blessing.