Welcome to Congregation Children of Israel, Augusta's Reform Synagogue! We have been serving the needs of the Augusta Jewish Community since 1845. Augusta has grown into Georgia's largest metropolitan area outside of Atlanta. Our Synagogue has also grown and moved several times since 1849. Augusta, Georgia is a great place to live and our Synagogue is a great place to worship.
On-Line Donations (including Haiti Relief Fund)
We are accepting on-line donations to the Temple's Haiti Relief Fund as well as all Brotherhood funds using either PayPal or your credit card. You can also pay your CCI Brotherhood dues from the convenience of your computer. It's easy, fast, and safe.
A military unit, currently stationed in Kuwait, is in need of telephone calling cards so that the soldiers in that unit will be able to call loved ones at no cost to them. A fund has been set up for this purpose. This is a wonderful way to support our troops who are far from home. Contributions can be made by clicking the button next to "Military Calling Cards" on the Brotherhood donation page.
Rabbi Klensin
Rabbi Robert Klensin joined our Synagogue family in July, 2004. His personality,
knowledge, and especially his warmth have made a deep impression on the
congregation. Rabbi Klensin brings 30 years of Rabbinic experience in
the warm tradition of Reform Judaism. He enjoys teaching, and sharing
his excitement about Judaism with others. We welcome him with enthusiasm
and hope that his tenure with us will be long and fulfilling.
Rabbi Klensin would be pleased to talk personally with you about our synagogue, Jewish community, or religious practices. You can reach him through the temple office. We'd love for you to visit Congregation Children of Israel and meet Rabbi Klensin. Join us any Friday evening for Shabbat services or call the rabbi in the synagogue office to make an appointment.
Services
Friday evening Shabbat services through the end of August will begin at 6:00 PM. Saturday Morning Services are generally at 9:30 AM followed by Torah Study at 10 AM. Watch the Temple calendar for specific information
Been meaning to join the Temple? There's never been a better time! It's so easy. What are you waiting for?
The Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) has created a web site devoted to the low rate of synagogue affiliation. Please visit to review various resources as well as to provide feedback to the URJ.
This space for rent!!! That's right. You can now buy advertising in the Temple bulletin or on this very web page. Contact the Temple for more information
Click here to see photographs of the June, 2009 congregational trip to Israel.