About Us
Established in 1964, BJC is a liberal Jewish congregation whose members engage in a wide spectrum of Jewish practice.
All religious backgrounds, races, genders, and sexual orientations are welcome here. BJC stresses equal participation of all members in all aspects of congregational life. BJC currently has members from Maryland, DC, and Northern Virginia, as well as members who join us online from all over the country.
While there are several movements in Judaism, BJC chooses to remain independent, that is, not officially affiliated with any of the established Jewish movements.
BJC takes a trans-denominational approach to Jewish worship and thought. We use prayer books from both the Reform and Conservative movements for their even-handed balance between Hebrew and English in the liturgy.
Our worship style, however, incorporates Reform, Reconstructionist, Conservative, Neo-Hassidic, and Jewish Renewal liturgical elements, and most prayers are expressed through song and chant.
We use musical instruments in all of our services. As a result of this blending, our worship experience is a dynamic expression of modern Judaism.
Worship
Shabbat Services
Feel the spirit of Shabbat with a community of friends gathering each Shabbat. Services are in person and on livestream
Friday night, begins at 7:30 PM
Saturday morning, starts at 10:30 AM
Zoom link shared weekly in BJC newsletter. Subscribe for information.
Look for occasional outdoor Havdalah and Shabbat Under the Stars.
(No morning services during July & August)
High Holy Days
High Holy Days services for All
Also Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Young Family Services led by the Rabbi
Non-members are welcome to purchase tickets by contacting the office.
Holidays & Festivals
BJC celebrates all of the major holidays as a congregation.
We offer family education programs throughout the year, with a major annual event each spring.
Join us for Passover Second Night Seder, Sukkot, Hannukah, Purim, Tu B’shvat Seder and tikkun olam programs.
Youth Education
Weekly Youth Program
Our small religious school welcomes each student as an individual.
Saturdays: Mornings (twice a month) and Afternoons (once a month)
Our experienced, caring teachers guide our students’ learning through interactive, multi-disciplinary learning, experiential programs: tzedakah/social action engagement, music, dance, arts, field trips, and more.
Weekday Hebrew
We teach Hebrew through an innovative on-line, one-on-one study session during the week, complemented by in-person tutoring during class.
To learn more about our Religious School Program, click here.
Bar & Bat Mitzvah
The Rabbi provides personal instruction, leadership, and direction for each B’nai Mitzvah.
At BJC there is flexibility in setting dates.
The program includes family learning and social action components as well.
Tichon for Upper Grades
We welcome our students to continue their learning post B’nai Mitzvah in our Tichon class for upper grades and to continue through to Confirmation.
Confirmation
Young people going through confirmation explore their Judaism in a meaningful way. Their confirmation ceremony gives them the opportunity to bring their ideas about their Jewish journey and world to life.
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Friday ,
SepSeptember 29 , 2023Pizza in the Hut
Friday, Sep 29th 5:00p to 8:00p
It's "Pizza in the Hut" at BJC! Come help us decorate the BJC outdoor sukkah. Let's make it beautiful! Enjoy a pizza dinner on us as we shake the luluv and etrog with Rabbi Abbott. Let us know you're coming! -
Wednesday ,
OctOctober 4 , 2023Sippin' in the Sukkah
Wednesday, Oct 4th 7:00p to 8:00p
Torah Today is taking it outside to the sukkah! Come study the weekly Torah parsha with Rabbi Abbott and enjoy drinks and snacks on us. Bring dinner if you'd like! Wednesday, October 4th at 7 PM. In case of inclement weather, Torah Today will move inside to BJC. -
Friday ,
OctOctober 6 , 2023Simchat Torah Celebration and Consecration
Friday, Oct 6th 5:30p to 8:00p
Celebrate with BJC! Have a delicious deli Shabbat dinner, dance with the Torahs, and welcome our new Religious School students to the BJC community. Dinner is $21 per adult and $11 per child. RSVP by October 3rd. -
Sunday ,
OctOctober 8 , 2023Tour of the Capital Jewish Museum
Sunday, Oct 8th 2:00p to 4:00p
The Capital Jewish Museum is open! Come take a guided tour of the exhibits with BJC, including the special exhibit of Ruth Bader Ginsberg. Sunday, October 8th at 2 PM. Space is limited for this outing, so please register ASAP! -
Friday ,
NovNovember 3 , 2023Family Shabbat!
Friday, Nov 3rd 5:00p to 8:00p
Perfect for young children! Join Rabbi Abbott for a short tot shabbat service at 5:30 PM followed by a 6:00 PM pizza dinner on us. Family friendly services for older kids and all families begin at 6:45 PM. RSVP required for dinner
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Friday ,
SepSeptember 29 , 2023Pizza in the Hut
Friday, Sep 29th 5:00p to 8:00p
It's "Pizza in the Hut" at BJC! Come help us decorate the BJC outdoor sukkah. Let's make it beautiful! Enjoy a pizza dinner on us as we shake the luluv and etrog with Rabbi Abbott. Let us know you're coming! -
Wednesday ,
OctOctober 4 , 2023Sippin' in the Sukkah
Wednesday, Oct 4th 7:00p to 8:00p
Torah Today is taking it outside to the sukkah! Come study the weekly Torah parsha with Rabbi Abbott and enjoy drinks and snacks on us. Bring dinner if you'd like! Wednesday, October 4th at 7 PM. In case of inclement weather, Torah Today will move inside to BJC. -
Friday ,
OctOctober 6 , 2023Simchat Torah Celebration and Consecration
Friday, Oct 6th 5:30p to 8:00p
Celebrate with BJC! Have a delicious deli Shabbat dinner, dance with the Torahs, and welcome our new Religious School students to the BJC community. Dinner is $21 per adult and $11 per child. RSVP by October 3rd. -
Sunday ,
OctOctober 8 , 2023Tour of the Capital Jewish Museum
Sunday, Oct 8th 2:00p to 4:00p
The Capital Jewish Museum is open! Come take a guided tour of the exhibits with BJC, including the special exhibit of Ruth Bader Ginsberg. Sunday, October 8th at 2 PM. Space is limited for this outing, so please register ASAP! -
Friday ,
NovNovember 3 , 2023Family Shabbat!
Friday, Nov 3rd 5:00p to 8:00p
Perfect for young children! Join Rabbi Abbott for a short tot shabbat service at 5:30 PM followed by a 6:00 PM pizza dinner on us. Family friendly services for older kids and all families begin at 6:45 PM. RSVP required for dinner
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Erev Sukkot |
: 5:00pm |
Candle Lighting : 6:37pm |
: 7:30pm |
Friday Night
: 5:00pm |
Candle Lighting : 6:37pm |
: 7:30pm |
Shabbat Day
: 9:00am |
: 9:30am |
: 10:30am |
Candle Lighting : 7:35pm |
Upcoming Programs & Events
Sep 29 |
Oct 4 |
Oct 6 |
Oct 8 |
Oct 12 |
Candle Lighting
Friday, Sep 29, 6:37pm |
Havdalah
Sunday, Oct 1, 7:42pm |
Erev Sukkot
Friday, Sep 29 |