Beth El Jacob - An Orthodox Jewish Shul in Des Moines?  Sure!  Beth El Jacob is Iowa's growing Orthodox Jewish congregation. While we have many Jewish families who have been active in our shul for generations, we have seen a renewed interest in new families seeking a more traditional worship and lifestyle.  We think it's important for Orthodoxy to thrive here in the "Middle of the Midwest".  So, what is wonderful about Beth El Jacob?   We honesty care about BOTH your spiritual growth and your growth as a person. Beth El Jacob abounds in all sorts of activities designed around our members' needs and desires, and learning is available for all levels. "Our shul is cool" and we're proud to share it with you. Come and explore our congregation our activities and our dedication to Torah. We have everything here...except you.

Memorial Day - In just a few weeks we'll be honoring our veterans and remembering their efforts.  Over the years several volunteers from the community have been busy identifying Jewish Veterans.  Here is a short article about their work and how you can still help us.

You may not have heard? - In April Forbes Magazine ranked Des Moines, Iowa as the number one city in the nation for business and careers.  Last year we ranked #7.  Still more proof that our community is a logical choice.  Join us?  Here is the story from Forbes.

Beth El Jacob Torah Academy - We may be small...but we're sure proud of the work going on.  For a delightful video...just click here.  A reminder that our school is available to Des Moines Jewish Children...for more information, call us.

BEST Bang for the BUCK - Once again Des Moines makes the Forbes list of cities where you can live better for LESS. Here is that story...  (We keep telling you this!) 

FORBES Selects Des Moines - So why are we so high on Des Moines?  If you head to the Jobs / Employment section of our website you'll find a link to the Forbes Magazine article that has Des Moines, Iowa ranked as the fourth best city in the nation for business and careers.  OK, so we're not number one...but number four is a ton better than thousands of other locations in the United States.  Go ahead...check it out!

See you in Shul!