B'nai Israel Congregation

One of the quintessential experiences of the High Holidays is hearing the sound of the shofar. This year, with so many of us experiencing the High Holidays from our homes, we want to help you make this a memorable and meaningful experience. So, take that shofar off your shelf and perfect your shofar blowing skills!

Somehow the Torah always manages to speak to us in the present. Its lessons are timeless, and that is what makes it a sacred, living text. Explore the weekly Torah portion through the lens of Rashi, the essential biblical commentary. No prior experience required. All texts will be provided in both English and Hebrew.

Learn about the unique events and programs that take place during the month of Elul in Israel. From Selichot tours to Elul programs, this month offers ways to connect for religious and secular communities in Israeli society.

One of the quintessential experiences of the High Holidays is hearing the sound of the shofar. This year, with so many of us experiencing the High Holidays from our homes, we want to help you make this a memorable and meaningful experience. So, take that shofar off your shelf and perfect your shofar blowing skills!

In accordance with Montgomery County Phase Two guidelines, we are excited to bring our community together for an outdoor Friday Evening service on July 31 at 7:00 PM in the B’nai Israel parking lot. We will be led by Rabbi Berkowitz and Cantor Josh and look forward to joining our voices for the melodies of Kabbalat Shabbat in a safe, socially distant environment. Please BYOC (Bring Your Own Chair) – this service is not drive-in style. There will not be assigned spots, but the parking lot will be clearly labeled with directions where to park and where to gather to safely social distance. Paper copies of the service will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own siddur. If there is rain in the forecast, we will make a determination about whether to hold the service by 4:30 PM on that day. (This service will not be available via Zoom. Our 6:15 PM service will be broadcast from Dweck Sanctuary via Zoom as on all other weeks.)