Zhava Sip and Paint Featured July 29 at 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join Women of Beth El - Zhava to sip and paint with Julia Leventhal on Wednesday, July 29, from 6:30-9:30 pm. We will have snacks and drinks for you to enjoy while you schmooze and paint. The cost is $10 per person. Registration deadline is noon on July 24. Zhava is our group for younger ... $10
Shacharit Training with Hazzan Fradkin July 26 at 10:15 am - 11:15 am Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join Hazzan Fradkin on Sundays during June and July to brush up on or learn how to lead the Shabbat Shacharit service. Please RSVP using the form below.
Erev Tisha B’Av Featured July 22 at 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join us for the commemoration of Tisha B'Av with the reading of Eicha as we mourn the destruction of the Temple and other moments of despair and loss in the Jewish communal history. Mincha will be at 7:00 pm, followed by a light dairy dinner at 7:30 pm, then ma'ariv and a reading of the ... $12
Shacharit Training with Hazzan Fradkin July 19 at 10:15 am - 11:15 am Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join Hazzan Fradkin on Sundays during June and July to brush up on or learn how to lead the Shabbat Shacharit service. Please RSVP using the form below.
Yah Echsof Meditation and Exploration Group Featured July 18 at 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Yah Echsof Meditation Group Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States While classical Jewish teaching suggests "Naaseh V'Nishmah" ("first we do, then we understand"), Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi, founder of Jewish Renewal, advocated for an alternative approach. He believed that profound connection comes from first understanding one's inner Jewish self through study, practice, and meditation. This monthly gathering adopts Reb Zalman's path. We will use meditation, chant, ...
Senior Caucus Shabbat Dinner Featured July 17 at 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States All congregants are invited to join the Senior Caucus for Shabbat dinner at 5:15 pm. After dinner, we'll gather for services at 6:30 pm, followed by an oneg. Greet the Sabbath with your Beth El community. You’ll be home before dark! Cost: $23 per member Adult/Teen, $28 per nonmember Adult/Teen, $12 per child ages 6-12, $8 ... $23
Shacharit Training with Hazzan Fradkin July 12 at 10:15 am - 11:15 am Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join Hazzan Fradkin on Sundays during June and July to brush up on or learn how to lead the Shabbat Shacharit service. Please RSVP using the form below.
Parking Lot Shabbat Featured July 10 at 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join us for a Shabbat outdoors in the Parking Lot with Hazzan Fradkin and friends featuring a musical service, warm atmosphere, and good weather! This is a laid-back, relaxed outdoor Shabbat experience – casual attire encouraged. Stay for the oneg after the service to connect with familiar faces, make new friends, and welcome Shabbat together. ...
Hearing Men’s Voices Featured July 9 at 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Beth El men are welcome to join us in person or via Zoom for our monthly gathering. July's session will include multiple topics. To begin, Dennis Askwith will lead discussion of "What Makes You Hopeful?" Please RSVP using the form below.
Shacharit Training with Hazzan Fradkin July 5 at 10:15 am - 11:15 am Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join Hazzan Fradkin on Sundays during June and July to brush up on or learn how to lead the Shabbat Shacharit service. Please RSVP using the form below.
Beth El Community Security Training for Congregants Featured June 28 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Beth El will hold congregation-wide security training on June 28 on community safety and threat response. Jshield will be at Beth El from 11:00 am to noon to instruct and model best practices on staying aware and safe at the synagogue and beyond. Participants will learn how to recognize behaviors that may signal concern, strengthen ...
Kol Haneshama Friday Night Musical Service Featured June 26 at 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Kol Haneshama Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join us on for prayer, reflection, and song! Welcome Shabbat in a joyful, participatory, and engaging service, with melodies that calm, songs that enliven, and prayers that elevate. This lay-led service blends tradition and creativity, drawing on contemporary and innovative Jewish music from around the world. 6:00 pm - Light Dinner 7:00 pm - Kol ...
Women of Beth El: Coffee & Hebrew with Yoel Featured June 25 at 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Coffee & Hebrew with Yoel Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join Women of Beth El for a special three-session edition of Coffee & Hebrew with Yoel at Congregation Beth El. Enjoy coffee, conversation, practical Hebrew, Israeli culture, and community in a relaxed café-style setting. Sessions take place on May 28, June 11, and June 25 from 7:00–8:30 pm. This series is perfect for Women of ...
Summer Blood Drive June 21 at 8:00 am - 1:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States June 21 is Father's Day. What better way to celebrate a father that you love than to give the gift of and dedicate your donation in their honor or memory? Your donation can save or extend up to three lives. Bring your children ages 16 or older to join you in this life-saving mitzvah. 16 ...
Yedid Nefesh Friday Night Musical Service Featured June 19 at 6:30 pm Yedid Nefesh Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Friday night is a time for community, song, and joyful noise. Everyone is invited to join us for this exciting service filled with music past and present that stirs the soul and welcomes Shabbat with joy and warmth.
Ricardo Munster Retirement Celebration June 16 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Ricardo joined the Beth El staff in 2006. For 20 years he has served in many different capacities, including administrative assistant to the clergy, liaison for b’nai mitzvah families, and support staff for the Senior Caucus. He performed countless other duties that brought members together and enriched congregation life. Most of all, Ricardo has been ...
Yah Echsof Meditation and Exploration Group Featured June 13 at 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Yah Echsof Meditation Group Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States While classical Jewish teaching suggests "Naaseh V'Nishmah" ("first we do, then we understand"), Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi, founder of Jewish Renewal, advocated for an alternative approach. He believed that profound connection comes from first understanding one's inner Jewish self through study, practice, and meditation. This monthly gathering adopts Reb Zalman's path. We will use meditation, chant, ...
Pups in the Parking Lot Shabbat Featured June 12 at 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join us for one of our favorite summer gatherings, Pups in the Parking Lot Shabbat. This is a laid-back, relaxed outdoor Shabbat experience – casual attire encouraged. Stay for the oneg after the service to connect with familiar faces, make new friends, and pet some dogs! All well-behaved dogs on leashes are invited to join ...
Women of Beth El: Coffee & Hebrew with Yoel Featured June 11 at 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Coffee & Hebrew with Yoel Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join Women of Beth El for a special three-session edition of Coffee & Hebrew with Yoel at Congregation Beth El. Enjoy coffee, conversation, practical Hebrew, Israeli culture, and community in a relaxed café-style setting. Sessions take place on May 28, June 11, and June 25 from 7:00–8:30 pm. This series is perfect for Women of ...
Tzelem Featured June 7 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Tzelem Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Tzelem is Beth El's group for LGBTQ+ teens. This group is geared for 7th-12th graders and is meant to create a safe space for Jewish teens of all genders and sexualities to talk about the issues in their lives as teens. For more information, contact Allison Brown abrown@bethelmc.org. Please use the form below to sign ...
Women of Beth El Annual Meeting Featured June 7 at 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Mark your calendars for Sunday, June 7, at 10:00 am! Join us at Beth El as we elect our new slate of Women of Beth El Officers and Board Members. After voting, please stay for a morning of learning, socializing, and fun. Rabbi Shira Stutman, a past Sisterhood Shabbat speaker, the senior rabbi at Aspen ...
Naming of Meira Baila Benezra-Megdal Featured June 6 at 10:00 am Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Please join Rabbi Deborah Megdal and Karen Benezra for the naming of their daughter, Meira Baila Benezra-Megdal, on Saturday, June 6, 10:00 am during Shabbat services at Congregation Beth El. Please use the form below to RSVP to help ensure we have enough food for the kiddush.
Shir Yachad Friday Night Musical Service Featured June 5 at 6:00 pm Shir Yachad Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Friday night is a time for community, song, and joyful noise. Everyone is invited to join us for this exciting service filled with music past and present that stirs the soul and welcomes Shabbat with joy and warmth.
Hearing Men’s Voices Featured June 4 at 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Beth El men are welcome to join us in person or via Zoom for our monthly gathering. Jonathan Simon will lead discussion of "How People and Ideas from My Career Influenced My View of the World and My Place in It. “ Please RSVP using the form below.
Sound and Soul: A Jewish Contemplative Sound Experience Featured June 1 at 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD, United States Join us for a guided, meditative evening of sound, breath, and stillness. Using sustained tones from crystal singing bowls (often called a sound bath), this experience creates a calm, immersive environment for rest and reflection. Participants may sit or lie down in a dimly lit space. The session includes extended periods of continuous sound and ...
