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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.
Click here for the Membership Registration Form
BJC's Youth Education is now open for registration! Click here to get started.
Upcoming Events
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Wednesday ,
OctOctober 23 , 2024Torah Today- Sippin' in the Sukkah
Wednesday, Oct 23rd 7:00p to 8:30p
Join Rabbi Abbott for the first Torah Today of the New Year- sukkah style! Snacks and drinks will be provided. Come learn with BJC! Let us know you're coming. -
Friday ,
OctOctober 25 , 2024Simchat Torah and Consecration
Friday, Oct 25th 6:30p to 8:30p
Join BJC in Covenant Hall as we celebrate the Torah and our new Hebrew school students! See the entire Torah scroll unrolled. Plus, candy apples for everyone afterwards! Please RSVP. -
Thursday ,
OctOctober 31 , 2024Rosh Chodesh Women's Group
Thursday, Oct 31st 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. -
Saturday ,
NovNovember 2 , 2024Mahjongg for Sharsheret
Shabbat, Nov 2nd 12:30p to 3:30p
BJC is proud to partner with Sharsheret for a Mahjongg community event on November 2nd during the Sharsheret Summit. Come play, have a nosh, and get information on breast and ovarian cancer. $24 to play. This is NOT a tournament. We are just playing for fun. -
Monday ,
NovNovember 11 , 2024Financial Literacy Series- Charitable Giving
Monday, Nov 11th 7:30p to 9:00p
Please mark your calendars: BJC announces the first in its Financial Literacy zoom series: BJC’s own Stuart Sorkin will discuss charitable giving and how you can take advantage of IRS rules and contribute to your favorite charities, now and in the future. Wherever you are in your career or retirement, this zoom presentation is for you. We will start on Monday, November 11 at 7:30 pm, just in time for your end of year tax planning.
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
Geryl 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.
Tue, October 22 2024
20 Tishrei 5785
This week's Torah portion is Parshat Bereshit
Shabbat, Oct 26 |
Candle Lighting
Wednesday, Oct 23, 6:00pm |
Join Us For Services
Service Schedule:
Pizza in the Hut
5:30 PM
Saturday Morning Services
10:30 AM
Most services are livestreamed.
For the Zoom password please contact the BJC office.