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
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.
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 and Learner's Services
Youth & Family Saturday Shabbat Programs
Exciting Tots through High Schoolers
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.
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.
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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.
