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.
Sat, April 27 2024
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Thursday ,
MayMay 2 , 2024Adult Ed with the Abayudaya
Thursday, May 2nd 10:00a to 11:00a
BJC is excited for a joint adult education program with members of the Abayudaya Congregation in Nasenyi Uganda. Sessions will be held monthly, usually on the first Thursday of each month at 10 AM Eastern. Topics will include the Jewish holidays, Jewish practices, and Jewish wisdom/law. Each online session will be led by a knowledgeable member of BJC. Zoom link will be in BJC Now. -
Friday ,
MayMay 3 , 2024Family Shabbat!
Friday, May 3rd 5:30p to 8:00p
It's Family Shabbat at BJC! Join Rabbi Abbott for a short tot shabbat service at 5:30 PM on May 3rd followed by a 6:00 PM pizza dinner. Intergenerational services for all families begin at 6:45 PM. RSVP required for dinner. Dinner: Member $7 per adult/ $5 per child. Non members $10 per adult, $8 per child. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 5 , 2024Interfaith Family Fun Day
Sunday, May 5th 5:00p to 7:00p
Join the ICPC for an amazing afternoon of arts and crafts, friendship, and fun! Beltway Bistro will be on site with a great menu available to purchase dinner. -
Monday ,
MayMay 6 , 2024Yom HaShoah Documentary
Monday, May 6th 7:00p to 8:00p
Spend an hour online with BJC in observance of Yom HaShoah on May 6th at 7 PM. We will watch the PBS Frontline documentary "The Last Survivors". Zoom Link is in BJC Now -
Saturday ,
MayMay 11 , 2024Celebrate 60 Years With BJC
Shabbat, May 11th 7:00p to 10:00p
We're "All In" as we celebrate 60 years of being a community! Come join us at Casino Night for drinks, delicious food, and of course games. $118 per ticket, please RSVP by April 30th. Sponsorships are available.
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Thursday ,
MayMay 2 , 2024Adult Ed with the Abayudaya
Thursday, May 2nd 10:00a to 11:00a
BJC is excited for a joint adult education program with members of the Abayudaya Congregation in Nasenyi Uganda. Sessions will be held monthly, usually on the first Thursday of each month at 10 AM Eastern. Topics will include the Jewish holidays, Jewish practices, and Jewish wisdom/law. Each online session will be led by a knowledgeable member of BJC. Zoom link will be in BJC Now. -
Friday ,
MayMay 3 , 2024Family Shabbat!
Friday, May 3rd 5:30p to 8:00p
It's Family Shabbat at BJC! Join Rabbi Abbott for a short tot shabbat service at 5:30 PM on May 3rd followed by a 6:00 PM pizza dinner. Intergenerational services for all families begin at 6:45 PM. RSVP required for dinner. Dinner: Member $7 per adult/ $5 per child. Non members $10 per adult, $8 per child. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 5 , 2024Interfaith Family Fun Day
Sunday, May 5th 5:00p to 7:00p
Join the ICPC for an amazing afternoon of arts and crafts, friendship, and fun! Beltway Bistro will be on site with a great menu available to purchase dinner. -
Monday ,
MayMay 6 , 2024Yom HaShoah Documentary
Monday, May 6th 7:00p to 8:00p
Spend an hour online with BJC in observance of Yom HaShoah on May 6th at 7 PM. We will watch the PBS Frontline documentary "The Last Survivors". Zoom Link is in BJC Now -
Saturday ,
MayMay 11 , 2024Celebrate 60 Years With BJC
Shabbat, May 11th 7:00p to 10:00p
We're "All In" as we celebrate 60 years of being a community! Come join us at Casino Night for drinks, delicious food, and of course games. $118 per ticket, please RSVP by April 30th. Sponsorships are available.
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היום ארבעה ימים לעמר |
Today's Calendar
Chol Hamoed Pesach |
: 9:00am |
: 10:30am |
Havdalah : 8:48pm |
Friday Night
: 5:30pm |
: 7:30pm |
Candle Lighting : 7:46pm |
Shabbat Day
: 9:00am |
: 9:30am |
: 10:30am |
Havdalah : 8:55pm |
Upcoming Programs & Events
May 2 |
May 3 |
May 5 |
May 6 |
May 11 |
Candle Lighting
Shabbat, Apr 27, 7:40pm |
Havdalah
Motzei Shabbat, Apr 27, 8:48pm |
Chol Hamoed Pesach
Shabbat, Apr 27 |