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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Sunday ,
JulJuly 28 , 2024New Story Leadership
Sunday, Jul 28th 3:00p to 5:00p
Due to the war in Gaza, NSL will not hold its traditional summer program in Covenant Hall of presentations by young leaders from Israel and Palestine. Instead, NSL alumni will share the “Phoenix Plan” that was developed during a retreat last February. This plan is their version of a Marshall Plan and is an actionable post war plan that addresses five identified deadlock issues including: Palestinian and Israeli Leadership, Gaza Reconstruction, Systemic Accountability/Restorative Justice, the Role of the International Community, Preparing the Public for Peace, and finally, Visions for the Future. -
Thursday ,
AugAugust 1 , 2024Rosh Chodesh Women's Group
Thursday, Aug 1st 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. -
Friday ,
AugAugust 2 , 2024Board Installation Shabbat
Friday, Aug 2nd 6:45p to 8:30p
Spend Shabbat with BJC as we welcome in the new board members of 2024/2025! Get to know our leaders and learn how you can be more involved. Enjoy a dessert reception after services. Please let us know you're coming!
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Sunday ,
JulJuly 28 , 2024New Story Leadership
Sunday, Jul 28th 3:00p to 5:00p
Due to the war in Gaza, NSL will not hold its traditional summer program in Covenant Hall of presentations by young leaders from Israel and Palestine. Instead, NSL alumni will share the “Phoenix Plan” that was developed during a retreat last February. This plan is their version of a Marshall Plan and is an actionable post war plan that addresses five identified deadlock issues including: Palestinian and Israeli Leadership, Gaza Reconstruction, Systemic Accountability/Restorative Justice, the Role of the International Community, Preparing the Public for Peace, and finally, Visions for the Future. -
Thursday ,
AugAugust 1 , 2024Rosh Chodesh Women's Group
Thursday, Aug 1st 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. -
Friday ,
AugAugust 2 , 2024Board Installation Shabbat
Friday, Aug 2nd 6:45p to 8:30p
Spend Shabbat with BJC as we welcome in the new board members of 2024/2025! Get to know our leaders and learn how you can be more involved. Enjoy a dessert reception after services. Please let us know you're coming!
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Today's Calendar
Havdalah : 9:14pm |
Friday Night
: 6:45pm |
: 7:30pm |
Candle Lighting : 8:00pm |
Shabbat Day
Havdalah : 9:07pm |
Upcoming Programs & Events
Jul 28 |
Aug 1 |
Aug 2 |
This week's Torah portion is Parshat Pinchas
Shabbat, Jul 27 |
Candle Lighting
Shabbat, Jul 27, 8:06pm |
Havdalah
Motzei Shabbat, Jul 27, 9:14pm |
Shabbat Mevarchim
Shabbat, Aug 3 |