As new members of United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, religious services at Beth Sholom are egalitarian, participatory and inclusive within the framework of Halakha, or Jewish Law. We welcome men, women and children as active participants in our prayer.

Friday Evening Services and Shabbat Dinners

Our 45-minute Kabbalat Shabbat and Ma'ariv services begin at 7 p.m. Learn the lively and spiritually uplifting prayers and tunes that are a part of our service. Also join us for:

• Shabbat Around the World Dinners: Families and friends are invited to join us Friday, March 2 at 6:30 p.m. for a Shabbat service followed by a community dinner, where this month we'll experience the flavors and aromas of Hungary. Please R.S.V.P by Friday, Feb. 24. For more information and to R.S.V.P., contact the Beth Sholom office at (301) 663-3437.
• Tot Shabbat: Families with children ages 2-6 are encouraged to participate this lively one-hour service, filled with songs, games and prayers focused on children. Third Friday night each month at 6 p.m.
  Dates: Dec. 16, Jan. 20, Feb. 17, March 16, April 20, May 18, June 15.

Shabbat Morning

Egalitarian services begin at 9:30 a.m. in the sanctuary followed by a Kiddush luncheon. There are many opportunities for congregation members to participate in or lead the services. Contact the Beth Sholom office at (301) 663-3437 for information on service participation or Kiddush luncheon sponsorship. Also join us for:

Junior Congregation: Children in grades three through Bar or Bat Mitzvah are encouraged to attend this service, held on the first Shabbat of each month from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Led by congregants, the lively service is geared toward children who are learning the fundamentals of prayer.
Dates: Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2.

Bar and Bat Mitzvah-aged Students

In preparation for their Bar or Bat Mitzvah, students in grades 6-7 participate in leading the services Friday evening and Saturday morning.