Clergy
B’nai Israel’s talented and dedicated clergy team serve the congregation with great energy and enthusiasm. They lead services, guide members through important life moments, create programs, teach, and inspire spiritual growth. In addition to their work at B’nai Israel, they are committed to serving the larger Jewish community in Washington and beyond. Our clergy is open, available, and eager to meet with members of the congregation. Please contact them individually for scheduling.
Emeritus Clergy
Fri, December 3 2021
29 Kislev 5782
Shabbat LIvestream
Fridays at 6:15 PM
Saturdays at 9:00 AM
announcements
Hineini Giving Week is Here!
Join us as we celebrate all of the way B’nai Israel GIVES LIGHT to our lives and our community. Be counted this week! Learn more.
B’nai Israel Wins 2021 Best of Jewish Washington Awards! Thank you for voting us Best Preschool, Best Hebrew School, Best Senior Programming..and more! Learn More.
Shabbat Kiddush Offered Indoors and Outdoors
With the colder weather, we will be offering kiddush after Shabbat morning services indoors, with outdoor seating options always available. Learn more.
The Dr. Stuart Lessans Talmud Torah
B'nai Israel is pleased to announce the establishment of the Dr. Stuart Lessans Talmud Torah in honor of Dr. Lessans' recent endowment commitment to the future of Jewish education at B'nai Israel. Learn more.
Welcome Home
Our building has reopened as of July 1 and we have returned to in-person worship without reservation. We can't wait to see you. Learn more.
Daily and Holiday Minyanim Taking Place in Person
As we restore this important part of synagogue life, please sign-up in advance. Learn more.
Racial Justice
Check out all of the resources on our newly updated Racial Justice page. Click here for information.
New Resource Available
Our Bereavement committee recently completed a helpful and practical guide for individuals dealing with the challenges of death, dying, and bereavement. Click here to download a copy.
Join Our Shabbat Morning Livestream
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Explore Our Exciting Adult Education Offerings
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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.
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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.
B'nai Israel Congregation
6301 Montrose Road, Rockville, Maryland 20852
301.881.6550
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