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A New Era for Beth jacob San Diego

Elevated Living in San Carlos

Where Torah, Community, and the beauty of Mission Trails meet.

The Vision

The Perfect Setting for Our Future

San Carlos is a homecoming to the most breathtaking landscape in San Diego. Nestled against Mission Trails, our community thrives in a setting that inspires daily gratitude.

Imagine walking to Shabbat morning services with the silhouette of Cowles Mountain as your backdrop.

Exciting Progress

We are officially in the active building phase! Interior demolition is beginning as we shape our future sanctuary.

San Carlos Landscape

A Center for Jewish Learning

Conveniently located near the heart of San Diego's Jewish schools.

SD Hebrew Day

Excellence for Preschool–8th Grade.

Chabad Academy

Integrating Torah & world-class academics.

SCY High

Developing young men into leaders.

Torah High

Empowering young women in their heritage.

Outdoors

Our Backyard Highlights

 

Cowles Mountain

The highest point in SD city (1,592 ft). 360° views of the Pacific and Mexico.

 

Mission Trails

8,000 acres of urban wilderness and 60+ miles of hiking trails.

 

Lake Murray

A 6.4-mile path perfect for morning runs or quiet family walks.

Central to Everywhere

Schools
12-20 min.
The Shores
20 min.
Trader Joes
7 min.
Airport
20 min.

Ready to build with us?

Contact Planning Team

Beth Jacob

 

A Beacon of Jewish Integrity in San Diego

Founded in 1939, Beth Jacob is a vibrant, inclusive Orthodox synagogue dedicated to Torah, Chesed, and community growth.

120
Member Families

Forming a warm, tight-knit "Only in San Diego" community vibe.

100k
Jewish Population

Serving as a spiritual anchor for the entire San Diego region.

1939
Year Founded

Nearly nine decades of heritage, starting from Myrtle Avenue.

Our Physical & Spiritual Assets

Equipped to support every facet of observant Jewish life through state-of-the-art facilities and communal spaces.

💧 On-Site Kelim Mikvah
🏠 Shul Apartments
📖 Full Library
🕯️ Beis Medrash
🪑 Social Hall
🛋️ Tween Lounge
🛝 Playground
🗺️ College Area Eruv
🌊 Women's Mikvah (Nearby)
✡️ Main Sanctuary

Deepening Our Learning

From traditional Torah study in the Beis Medrash to modern communal learning like our Halacha Happy Hour, our schedule is designed for all levels of engagement.

Visualizing weekly opportunities for Torah engagement and community gathering.

The Pomegranate Roof

613 Mitzvot

Our building’s distinctive architecture symbolizes the 613 Mitzvot, representing the diverse souls within our congregation united under one roof.

Our Enduring Legacy

Tracing our journey from 1939 toward our exciting future expansion.

1939

The Humble Start

Founded in a small house on Myrtle Avenue with a commitment to integrity.

 
 
1977

College Avenue Anchor

Dedication of our magnificent current synagogue, becoming a communal anchor in the College Area.

Summer 2027

The San Carlos Chapter

Integrating Torah with San Diego's active lifestyle near Cowles Mountain and Lake Murray.

 

Beth Jacob Congregation

The Orthodox Synagogue for all Jews in San Diego County.

Location
4855 College Avenue, San Diego
Contact
619-287-9890 | info@bethjacob.org

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