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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Join Us Virtually
Click here for our latest virtual events and programs. We look forward to connecting our community.
High Holidays 2020 Information and Schedule
While it is clear that this year’s High Holiday experience will look very different, we are working diligently to create meaningful opportunities for our entire community to learn, pray, and reflect. Learn more.
Black Lives Matter
We pledge to educate ourselves and pursue justice so that the human rights of all Americans are ensured and protected.
Learn more.
Summer Speaker Series
During the summer months, we invite members of our community to speak on Shabbat mornings and address the congregation about the interesting ways that they connect special experiences to their Jewish identities. Click here for details.
Daily Minyan and Shabbat Services are Virtual
Click here for our worship schedule and access information.
Talmud Torah 2020-2021 Registration is Now Open
Our K-12 religious school program is registering students now. Click here to learn more and register.
Schilit Nursery School Registration is Now Open
Our award-winning school offers flexible programs for young 2’s through Pre-K and we will welcome students to our building this fall! Click here to learn more.
weekday services
ALL WEEKDAY SERVICES WILL BE VIRTUAL ONLY.
Sunday | 9:00 AM & 8:00 PM
Monday–Thursday | 7:15 AM & 8:00 PM
Friday | 7:15 AM
*Service times vary on holidays.
Click here to join the virtual minyan.
shabbat services
ALL SHABBAT SERVICES WILL BE VIRTUAL ONLY.
Friday | 6:15 PM
Saturday | 9:00 AM & 12:30 PM (Minha)
Click here for information about livestreaming.
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.
