B'nai Israel Congregation

Come make slime with Bonim!

Join Machar for Jumping fun at Zava Zone!

Noar B'Yachad program for Lessans Talmud Torah teens in grades 7 and up.

$36/members; $50/nonmembers While demographic surveys bemoan the decline of the institutions of the Conservative movement, they suggest that the ideology of Conservative Judaism—a centrist approach that values traditional Jewish norms alongside secularizing influences—is alive and well. This short course will explore the history and ideas that created the Conservative movement. Through case studies, we will explore how the halakhic process informs our approach to issues of modernity. Our last session will look to the future and explore the positive and negative ramifications of change. February 13 – The History and Ideas of the Conservative Movement February 20 – Case Study: Driving to the Synagogue on Shabbat February 27 – Case Study: LGBTQ+ March 19 – The Future of Conservative Judaism: Are We Still a Halakhic Movement?

Hey wine lovers! 🍷 Ready for a whirlwind tour of Israeli wines? Join educator Steve Kerbel for a 90-minute virtual journey through Israel's captivating wine scene. Discover the rich history, modern techniques, and stories behind the wines and their makers. Sip on delicious Israeli wine as you explore the geography and culture that shape Israel's wine success. Price: $18, includes 6 wine tastings and complimentary snacks.

$150 (Registration includes a hard copy of the textbook and a class Shabbat dinner at Beth El) A multi-denominational journey into the heart of Judaism taught by Metro DC-area rabbis representing a variety of Jewish affiliations. No matter your background, the Miller Intro to Judaism Program, developed by American Jewish University, is here to guide you on your Jewish journey. Whether you’re soul-searching or seeking your community, the Intro Program will walk you through Judaism’s big ideas and the nuts and bolts of daily Jewish living. Presented by The Haberman Institute for Jewish Studies.

6:15 PM Kabbalat Shabbat & Ma’ariv Services 7:00 PM Shabbat Dinner 8:00 PM Inspiration Session: “Exodus, the Dark Knight and Being A Jewish Superhero” In this riveting exploration of Jewish scholarship and sages—Torah, Talmud and Marvel; Esther, Rabbi Akiva and Stan Lee—Gorf reveals the most inspirational Jewish hero of all: yourself.

Saturday, March 2 Join us as we honor B’nai Israel’s most committed volunteers. 9:00 AM Shabbat Morning Services with D’var Torah by Gorf 12:30 PM Lunch and Learn: “Rabbi Batman—How Superheroes Inform Torah and Torah Informs Superheroes” Gorf compares and contrasts the “source texts” for Moses and Superman, resulting in an astonishing conclusion: superheroes exist because of Torah learning. 6:30 PM Seudah Shlishit, Havdalah, Multimedia Presentation and Book Signing: “The Four Children: The Hero, the Villain, the Mentor & the Sidekick”