Lifecycle
B’nai Israel supports its members through the entire range of lifecycle events. From birth to grave, we aim to welcome, celebrate, and guide individuals and families through the most important events of their lives. Our programming in advance of these events builds a sense of community and empowers individuals to individualize their ceremonies and make sacred moments more special.
Our clergy is deeply involved in lifecycle moments – from teaching classes, to officiating inside and outside the synagogue, to visiting individuals in hospitals and homes, and more. While synagogue and clergy involvement in some lifecycle events is limited to members, we are eager to welcome and guide nonmembers of the congregation as well. We offer facility rentals to nonmembers and our baby-namings and programs are open to all. Contact the synagogue for more information. We look forward to welcoming you.
facility rental
During this pandemic, we understand many family lifecycle events have been changed. Our facility is currently closed for rentals, but we look forward to welcoming families and loved ones again soon to celebrate life's moments together!
For questions related to our event rentals, please contact our Events Manager Patricia Simitakos at 301-816-5573 or patricia@bnaiisraelcong.org.
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Event Venues at B’nai Israel
View descriptions, images and virtual tours of our event spaces at B’nai Israel.
Event Planning Guide FAQs
Get answers to common questions about planning your next event at B’nai Israel.
Thu, January 27 2022
25 Shevat 5782
LIvestream
Shabbat Services:
Fridays at 6:15 PM
Saturdays at 9:00 AM
announcements
B'nai Israel Mourns the Passing of Cantor Robert Kieval
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Inclement Weather Policy and Updates
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Operational Updates Due to Omicron Variant - Registration Required for Shabbat Services
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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.
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.
Racial Justice
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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.
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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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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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