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
Tue, September 28 2021
22 Tishrei 5782
Shabbat & High Holidays LIvestream
Fridays at 6:15 PM
Saturdays at 9:00 AM
announcements
Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah Service Times
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Weekly Outdoor Kiddish Has Resumed
We look forward to being together again after Shabbat morning services for outdoor Kiddish, weather permitting.
Simhat Torah Hatan Torah & Kallat Breishit Honorees are Michael Greene & Naomi Gerstenblith
Learn more here.
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.
