There are many things to appreciate at CBI. Here are our top three. Rabbi Adam Greenwald is…read morelearned, compassionate, and courageous. The music, led by Cantor Amy Robinson Katz, is beautiful and uplifting. CBI offers many opportunities to participate in acts of Tikkun Olam, repairing our world.

We joined CBI in 2000 and found great programming, people and an exceptional space to find your…read morespiritual self. Rabbi Adam is amazing and just such a good human, and Cantor Amy has a beautiful voice and a terrific spirit to match. We have celebrated life events and mourned the passing of loved ones with the support of the CBI community. If you are thinking about joining a synagogue in Orange County you shouldn't miss the chance to check out CBI

I really like this synagogue and the community. It's kind of hard being the new girl in town…read more.. moved here right before COVID. Finding a shul where most of the members are warm, welcoming, and kind is hard to find in general, but during COVID-19? Oy, it was a long process. Before moving to OC from LA, I belonged to Stephen Wise Temple up in Belair. We were the envy of all Shuls in the LA area... and at one point, I considered us the best... not due to the glitz and glam, but the dedication the clergy had for it's members. Esp. My cantor and one rabbi that is still there. It was so difficult to find a shul similar SWT in OC... until I decided to look into SHM It also helped that my teacher, mentor, friend, and arguably the greatest chazzan of our time, cantor Nathan Lam, pointed out that the LOVELY Rabbi Zive is now at SHM, in Irvine. (Where I live now), so that got my attention very quickly *it was kismet*. The words Rabbi Bryan Zive and Mensch are synonymous. He is a great leader- kind, compassionate, caring, WISE, and makes time for young people (like myself). I really appreciated the fact that he carved time out to meet with little 'ol me as he is such a busy man. With a little help from Nate, We started conversing, and finally scheduled a meeting as soon as it was good for us. Zive gave me the 411 on the temple and also put me at ease with respect to some concerns I had at the time. I also love the fact that SHM has an amazing musical program (& tons of things available for kiddos! Can't wait to bring my 1 year old as she deserves to be apart of a warm Jewish community and have the opportunities I had growing up). It seems like there's a program for everyone here. It's nice. I've been to this temple a couple of times before moving to OC (back when it was at the JCC), and really liked the vibe then. Their former Cantor, Arie, is such a dear and I love his Israeli flair with respect to music. Gotta love the lion from Zion. He's a very sweet man. I'm not sure if they have a full time cantor, yet... but I'm certain they will select a great one when the time is right. Big props to zive for being involved with the musical stuff + being a rabbi. I can't imagine it being easy to juggle both roles, but he definitely makes it look easy, lol. FYI:He was trained by the best and comes from great stock- just sayin'. My most recent experience at SHM was great. They had a lovely HHDs service, and everything was wonderful from the Classical chazzanut to the inspirational, educational, and insightful sermon. Truly fantastic from start to finish. Grateful to Zive for bringing me into the SHM community & I so look forward to some amazing "shecky" (Shehecheyanu) moments + making lovely memories with my daughter here in the future.

I've been going here since 2000, I continue to love this phenomenal community more and more the…read moreolder I get. The clergy are so amazing and they make you feel like part of the SHM family.

My family has been going to temple bat yahm since the 1980s. My dad and aunt had their barand bat…read moremitzvahs here. And I also had mine. It is such a good and well trusted place. Lots of security. And everyone is so friendly.

Great place clean I went there for a quinceañera as a guest everything was great and security…read moreguards are great they put you on a bracelet you show your Id so you can drink alcohol

I've been a member of University Synagogue for 10 years. The Synagogue provides an all inclusive,…read morewarm environment to all. The Pre School and Religious School staffs offer a loving environment where children interact with their teachers who provide positive, Jewish experiences that enrich their lives. I love my synagogue family!

A warm and loving community! The services are lovely . The pre-school brings great joy to the…read moresynagogue .

I did a lot of research online to find all the preschools in Fullerton. I narrowed it down to…read morethree schools. This was the first school I visited and I instantly fell in love! It's at the top of Acacia in a residential area. It's a Jewish preschool, but they care if you're not Jewish. Even if you're not Jewish you can still appreciate all the wonderful values they teach your children and you can just teach your own beliefs at home. The school has a real community feel to it. All teachers and parents are really nice and friendly. Everyone pitches in to the school an enjoyable place to learn. Some parents volunteer to come in for a day for special projects. The teachers really love the kids. You can tell because the kids are always running up to them and giving them hugs. The Director Natalie Wirtzer is great. She goes the extra mile for the kids and the school. As for the actual school, the playground overlooks a small canyon so the kids get a nice view of nature instead of a busy street. The school is clean and they constantly change the decorations, thanks for Morah Castro. I really can't say enough good things about this school. I'll truly miss it when when son goes to elementary school.

When visiting from Brooklyn, we are always made to feel most welcome here at Temple Beth Tikvah…read more For Shabbat services or study, it's a beautiful friendly place with friendly people. Back home in Brooklyn, we can join in on line. TBT combines the old fashioned warm friendly feeling with modern technology and a spiritually uplifting modern service.

As its name implies, this is a cool shul! It's an egalitarian, conservative synagogue that meets…read morein the Central Library in Huntington Beach at Talbert and Golden West. It features friendly people and a co-founder who tells me "It's all about the music and the kids!" Friday night services start at 7:00 in the Talbert room on the upper level. Don't miss the Musical Service on the second Friday! Their rock band features professional musicians who are members of the Tribe! The only Saturday morning service offered is after the second Friday, and it is traditional. The third Friday is skipped, but a lovley Havdalah service follows on that Saturday, meeting at members' homes before sundown. The atmosphere is hip and casual, although someone occasionally shows up in a suit! Come prepared to sing, smile, and sample all the goodies afterwards at the oneg! Their Hebrew School features an Israeli principal!. Check them out at www.surfcitysynagogue.org or call (714) 596-2220

Rabbi Mintz and his wife Channi are both one of a kind. Kind and generous with there time and love…read morefor all. They are literally the type of people to give you the clothes of their backs and the food from their table. They run the largest volunteer program in Orange County for children with special needs and their families through the friendship circle, offer uplifting services Saturday morning on Shabbas, and all Jewish Holidays. Have recently added a Monday morning 7:30AM service to start your week with positive energy as well. I cannot recommend them and this place enough.

B'nai Tzedek is a warm and welcoming congregation. Being that it is…read more Reform synagogue, it also celebrates tradition. For someone not too familiar or perhaps not too religious, Rabbi Eisntein will most definitely make you feel at home and will answer any question or doubt. I enjoy taking my toddler to their 30 minute (Yes, only 30 minute) TOT SABBATH!! every 3rd friday of the month at 6p.m..

Absolutely excellent congregation. Rabbi Young is wonderful, and the community is so welcoming.read more

Great davening; amazing kiddush. Rabbi's speech is out of this world. Friendly people (everyone…read moresays hello to me).