Tfilah (prayer) is a core value at B’nai Israel. We are very proud of our twice-daily services, our vibrant Shabbat community, and our celebrations of each festival. On a liturgical level, our services are egalitarian traditional – meaning that men and women participate equally in all ritual roles and that we chant the entire Torah portion designated for each week. Our services incorporate both Hebrew and English, are musically vibrant, and include regular presentations by our rabbis on a broad range of themes and concerns.
Our Services
Shabbat Services & Programs
View our schedule of Friday night and Saturday Shabbat services, and learn about special offerings including our musical Friday Night in Lights program, Saturday Torah discussions, learner services, and youth programs.
High Holiday Services
Your comprehensive resource for High Holy Day information at B’nai Israel. See our schedule of services and programs, and learn about our ticketing process, volunteering, fundraisers, and more.
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Saturday Learning Opportunities for Adults
Torah Discussions
Youth & Family Saturday Shabbat Programs
Exciting Tots through High Schoolers
Holiday Celebrations
View our schedule of services and programs related to upcoming Jewish holidays, and learn more about preparing for and celebrating the Jewish holidays at B’nai Israel.
Daily Minyan
View the schedule for B’nai Israel’s twice daily minyan and learn more about the experiences of our regular minyan participants. We welcome guests and make every effort to support our mourners.
Join the B’nai Israel Choir
B’nai Israel has a new teen choir that sings on certain holidays and special occasions. We encourage you to audition and learn more about joining this special group.
Contact Cantor Josh Perlman, 301-881-6550, ext. 572 for more information.
Thu, September 28 2023
13 Tishrei 5784
Livestream
Shabbat Services
Friday at 6:15 PM
Saturday at 9:00 AM
the latest
Hashta Atai, Now He Is Coming: Responding to Crisis in Israel (Kol Nidre 5784) by Rabbi Michael Safra
After The Death … Let Us Live (Yom Kippur 5784) by Rabbi Michael Safra
announcements
B’nai Israel Mourns the Passing of Rabbi Matthew Simon, Rabbi Emeritus of B’nai Israel
Rabbi Simon, z”l, passed away on September 10. Please click here for more details on the life of Rabbi Simon.
Our 2023-2024 Hineini Annual Campaign is Under Way
B'nai Israel is "Here for YOU". Support us today.
Get Away with B'nai!
Civil Rights Trip to Georgia and Alabama
Jewish Tour to Argentina
Shamash Award Nominations
The Shamash Award recognizes members of the congregation who have contributed their time and abilities to help others or to support a meaningful cause. Learn more.
Join us for Religious School!
Registration remains open for our Lessans Talmud Torah. Generations of families have trusted us with their children's Jewish education. Learn more.
Very Limited Spaces Remain for B'nai Israel Schilit Nursery School for the 2023-24 Program Year!
Our award-winning school can't wait to meet your family. Learn more.
Have Coffee with a New Friend ON US
Our Coffee Buzz program encourages members to meet for coffee on us while engaging in meaningful conversations. Learn more.
Thank you for voting us Best of Jewish Washington 2022.
Click here to see all of the awards including Best Preschool, Best Hebrew School, Best Senior Programming and many more.
Join Our Shabbat Morning Livestream
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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.
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shabbat services
Friday | 6:15 PM (7:00 PM during Summer)
Saturday | 9:00 AM & 12:30 PM (Minha)
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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.
