welcome to B'nai israel
Founded in 1925, B’nai Israel has been a major presence in the Washington area for generations. Our talented clergy and staff, creative and innovative programming, and magnificent facility are well known. Anyone who enters the building can sense our commitment to children and adults of all ages through our multiple weekly Shabbat Magic youth services, impressive schools and youth groups, and top-notch educational programs for adults.
But B’nai Israel is much more. We are a caring community that supports members in times of need and celebrates life’s joyous moments together. We inspire individuals and assist them in charting their own spiritual journeys. We engage in the larger community, doing our part to improve the world and sustain the institutions of Jewish life here and in Israel.
I invite you to explore our website to learn more about all that B’nai Israel has to offer. And I hope that you will be in touch … to tell us about yourself, ask questions, and be an integral a part of this special community.
We aspire to be your home for Jewish life.
Michael J. Safra
Senior Rabbi
This is the B’nai Israel delegation to AIPAC Policy Conference 2020. We learned so much about the U.S.-Israel relationship. We heard from our elected officials. We engaged with our senators and congressmen to discuss the importance of bipartisan support for the U.S.-Israel relationship. We hope that you can join us next year at Policy Conference 2021!
Sat, August 8 2020
18 Av 5780
announcements
Join Us Virtually
Click here for our latest virtual events and programs. We look forward to connecting our community.
High Holidays 2020 Information and Schedule
While it is clear that this year’s High Holiday experience will look very different, we are working diligently to create meaningful opportunities for our entire community to learn, pray, and reflect. Learn more.
Black Lives Matter
We pledge to educate ourselves and pursue justice so that the human rights of all Americans are ensured and protected.
Learn more.
Summer Speaker Series
During the summer months, we invite members of our community to speak on Shabbat mornings and address the congregation about the interesting ways that they connect special experiences to their Jewish identities. Click here for details.
Daily Minyan and Shabbat Services are Virtual
Click here for our worship schedule and access information.
Talmud Torah 2020-2021 Registration is Now Open
Our K-12 religious school program is registering students now. Click here to learn more and register.
Schilit Nursery School Registration is Now Open
Our award-winning school offers flexible programs for young 2’s through Pre-K and we will welcome students to our building this fall! Click here to learn more.
weekday services
Sunday | 9:00 AM & 8:00 PM
Monday–Thursday | 7:15 AM & 8:00 PM
Friday | 7:15 AM
*Service times vary on holidays.
Click here to join the virtual minyan.
shabbat services
Friday | 6:15 PM
Saturday | 9:00 AM & 12:30 PM (Minha)
Click here for information about livestreaming.
inclement weather policy
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We are accessible
B’nai Israel is proud to be accessible to all.
Large print siddurim, assistive listening devices and page magnifiers are readily available. Our entire building and grounds are wheelchair accessible. We can provide sign language interpreters upon request and subject to availability.
