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Worship at B'nai Israel
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.
Learn More About
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.
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Livestream
Shabbat Services
Friday at 6:15 PM
Saturday at 9:00 AM
the latest
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announcements
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B'nai Israel First Synagogue in North America to Install RightHear, supporting those who are blind or low vision.
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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
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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