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Bethesda Jewish Congregation

Creative Judaism Rooted in Tradition

We serve Jews from traditional and liberal religious backgrounds, as well as secular Jews, interfaith couples, and their families. We vary in degree of observance and cultural practice, bringing new vitality to our tradition while maintaining continuity with our heritage, our people, and our history. BJC chooses to remain independent and unaffiliated with established movements, taking a trans-denominational approach to Jewish worship and thought. Music and congregant participation infuse all of our services. Our programs enable everyone to engage fully with our traditions no matter their level of Jewish knowledge or practice.

Join with us on your Jewish journey, and become part of our community.

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Upcoming Events

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Saturday ,
JanJanuary 25 , 2025

Mitzvah Day
Shabbat, Jan 25th 9:30a to 12:00p
Pray with your feet! Join us on Shabbat morning, January 25th for Mitzvah Day, a dedicated day where we come together to perform acts of kindness and service, reflecting the Jewish concept of "Tikkun Olam" which means "repairing the world". It's a day to do good deeds and give back, open to everyone! Join us and get your mitzvah on.
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Thursday ,
JanJanuary 30 , 2025

Rosh Chodesh Women's Group
Thursday, Jan 30th 2:30p to 4:00p
Using a guide from "At the Well", this new womens group will bring in the new month with learning & sharing. Please RSVP to Amy in the BJC office.
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Friday ,
FebFebruary 7 , 2025

Family Shabbat!
Friday, Feb 7th 5:30p to 8:30p
It's Family Shabbat at BJC! Join Rabbi Abbott for a short tot shabbat service at 5:30 PM followed by a 6:00 PM pizza dinner. Then it's Shabbat services for all families at 6:45 PM. If it's your birthday, come get a special blessing! RSVP required for dinner. There's no charge for dinner but donations are always welcome.
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Saturday ,
FebFebruary 8 , 2025

The Word Mavens
Shabbat, Feb 8th 12:15p to 2:30p
BJC is delighted to bring The Word Mavens for a presentation all about Jewish food! The Word Mavens will entertain you with their humorous look at Jewish holidays, favorite foods and more. They will share funny stories, Yiddishisms, beloved traditions and little-known facts they uncovered while writing their best-selling Dictionary of Jewish Words and their book of essays, The Whole Spiel: Funny essays about digital nudniks, seder selfies and chicken soup memories. The Word Mavens will have you reminiscing about bubbies, craving some rugelach and laughing out loud. The Word Mavens books will be available for purchase at lunch. Come join us on February 8th at 12:15 and get ready to have some fun! RSVP here by Feb 5th. This event is in-person only.
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Sunday ,
FebFebruary 16 , 2025

Tour of Jewish Museum and Comic Book Exhibition
Sunday, Feb 16th 2:00p to 4:00p
Come to the Jewish Museum in DC with BJC! Get a guided one hour tour of the ongoing exhibits, plus walk through the new and exciting temporary exhibit JewCE. JewCE: The Jewish Comics Experience explores 100 years of Jewish cartoons, comics, and graphic novels. Enjoy this visually engaging exhibition that touches on political cartoons, immigrant stories, DC fandom, female creators, Sunday funnies, your favorite superheroes, and much more. $15 per person, please RSVP. Feb 16th at 2 PM.
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BJC is Here for You

Our BJC Staff members are available by phone or email to answer any questions.

BJC Main Office Phone: 301-469-8636

Rabbi Eric L. Abbott rabbiabbott@bethesdajewish.org

Rabbi Emeritus Sunny Schnitzer rabbisunny@bethesdajewish.org

G eryl Baer, Synagogue Director, geryl@bethesdajewish.org

Amy Kertesz, Program and Communications Director, amy@bethesdajewish.org

Rebecca Leavey, Religious School Coordinator, becky@bethesdajewish.org

Office Hours (all times Eastern)

Tuesday thru Thursday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Friday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Friday evening and Saturday the office is closed for Shabbat*.

Sunday and Monday our offices are closed.

Weekend messages will be returned on Tuesday unless urgent.

Pastoral Care

Please remember that you remain part of a loving and caring community concerned for your spiritual, emotional, and physical well-being. Should you or a family member experience any illness, injury, loss, or simply wish to talk to someone, please contact the Rabbi.

Welcome to BJC's website and membership database: Shul Cloud

Shul Cloud is designed to make it easy, to stay informed about services and programs, stay connected and find members in the directory. It also allows you to pay for synagogue support, register for programs, and make donations.

Once you create your personal login, you can also use it to update personal contact information, add yahrzeits, anniversaries and other simchas you'd like to share. In addition, you can find other members' contact information under My Directory.

1st Step: Click on MY ACCOUNT at the top of this page and use your email to login. Need help? Contact Geryl Baer at admin@bethesdajewish.org or call the office.

2nd Step" Review this ShulCloud 101 PDF to guide you through the set-up of online transactions. Save your stamps, and the trees.

Use Shul Cloud.