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
Tue, October 4 2022
9 Tishrei 5783
LIvestream
Shabbat & High Holiday Services
Friday at 6:15 PM Saturday at 9:00 AM
announcements
Shanah Tovah!
We look forward to welcoming 5783 with you. Click here for all High Holiday information.
High Holidays Livestream Schedule and Access
If you are not joining us in person, please click here for our livestream information.
Sukkot With B’nai Israel
Click here for our full listing of celebrations.
Introducing the B'nai Israel Buzz: Have Coffee with a Friend ON US!
This new program encourages meaningful conversations. Learn more.
Friday Outdoor Kabbalat Shabbat Services
September 30 and October 14
Click here for details.
Vote for B’nai Israel in Washington Jewish Week’s Best of Jewish Washington Awards 2022!
We’re nominated in a dozen categories! Be sure to vote before October 7. Click here.
Talmud Torah is Underway!
There are still spaces if your K–12th grader would like to join us for the 2022–23 year. Click here for information.
Nursery School Registration Remains Open
Learn more about our award-winning program. Click here.
Join Our Shabbat Morning Livestream
Click here to access.
Explore Our Exciting Adult Education Offerings
Learn more here.
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 for access information.
shabbat services
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.
