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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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BJC's Youth Education is now open for registration! Click here to get started. 

Upcoming Events


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  • Thursday ,
    SepSeptember  19 , 2024
     
     
    Mahjongg at BJC
    Thursday, Sep 19th 7:00p to 9:00p
    Mahjongg is back for our monthly session! Come play with BJC and friends, have a nosh, and win some fabulous prizes. Beginners and players of all experience welcome. Please register in advance. We're just playing for fun and bragging rights so join in!

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  • Thursday ,
    SepSeptember  26 , 2024
     
     
    The Art of Marc Chagall
    Thursday, Sep 26th 7:00p to 8:00p
    Join BJC online for a fascinating presentation on THE ART OF MARC CHAGALL, led by Jewish Art Education. THE ART OF MARC CHAGALL is a survey of the life and art of this quintessential Jewish artist. From paintings to prints to stained glass and tapestries, Chagall created an amazing world of fantasy and reality. See why this painting, I AND THE VILLAGE was so important to him and to the world! THE ART OF MARC CHAGALL is an overview from East European village (shtetl) to world-renowned artist. Sept. 26th online at 7 PM.
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  • Saturday ,
    SepSeptember  28 , 2024
     
     
    Apple Picking with BJC Youth Education
    Shabbat, Sep 28th 10:00a to 11:00a
    Bring the family and join BJC’s Youth Education for a fun morning at Homestead Farm. Pick your own apples and get to know some of BJC’s young families! Sept 28 at 10:00 AM at Homestead Farm in Poolesville.
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  • Saturday ,
    SepSeptember  28 , 2024
     
     
    Selichot- Film and Service
    Shabbat, Sep 28th 6:00p to 10:00p
    The month of Elul is a time of soul-searching and reflection to prepare oneself for the Days of Awe. Part of this preparation includes the recitation of Selichot. In Hebrew, selichot translates to “forgiveness”. The Selichot for High Holy Days are Jewish penitential poems and prayers, with the Thirteen Attributes of Mercy playing a central role. Join BJC in the Lounge at 6:00 PM for a film viewing of "A Serious Man", an Oscar nominated Coen brothers film that shows Larry Gopnik, a Midwestern physics teacher, watches his life unravel over multiple sudden incidents. Though seeking meaning and answers amidst his turmoils, he seems to keep sinking. A dairy dinner will be served. After the film, join Rabbi Abbott in Covenant Hall at 8 PM as we recite Selichot and change our Torah covers to the High Holy Day white.
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  • Thursday ,
    OctOctober  3 , 2024
     
     
    Tashlich
    Thursday, Oct 3rd 12:45p to 2:30p
    After Rosh Hashanah services, join us in Memorial Hall for a light lunch followed by an uplifting Tashlich service. During Tashlich, we symbolically cast off the sins of the previous year by tossing bread crumbs into flowing water. Family Services will take place directly after Tashlich. Please RSVP so we can plan for lunch.
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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

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.

 

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