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Shirat HaNefesh: Your Jewish home in southern Montgomery County
Shirat HaNefesh (Song of the Soul) is an eclectic Jewish congregation rooted in community, music, learning, and social justice. We welcome everyone from young families to vibrant elders, from interfaith and LBGTQ couples to singles of all ages.
We value religious diversity, as our members range from Shabbat observant to secular. We seek through our practice, our prayer, our voices, and our questions to foster joyous Jewish living and build a more just world.
Upcoming Events
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Saturday ,
JanJanuary 24 , 2026Member-Led Shabbat Service with David Balto and Ira Zukerman
Shabbat, Jan 24th 10:00a
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Thursday ,
JanJanuary 29 , 2026The Psalms Classes
Thursday, Jan 29th 12:00p to 1:00p
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Thursday ,
FebFebruary 12 , 2026The Psalms Classes
Thursday, Feb 12th 12:00p to 1:00p
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Saturday ,
FebFebruary 14 , 2026Shabbat Morning Services with Rabbah Arlene Berger
Shabbat, Feb 14th 10:00a
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Thursday ,
FebFebruary 26 , 2026The Psalms Classes
Thursday, Feb 26th 11:00a to 12:00p
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Saturday ,
FebFebruary 28 , 2026Shabbat Morning Services with Rabbah Arlene Berger
Shabbat, Feb 28th 10:00a
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Thursday ,
MarMarch 12 , 2026The Psalms Classes
Thursday, Mar 12th 11:00a to 12:00p
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Saturday ,
MarMarch 14 , 2026Shabbat Morning Services with Rabbah Arlene Berger
Shabbat, Mar 14th 10:00a
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Sunday ,
MarMarch 15 , 2026Book Discussions
Sunday, Mar 15th 10:00a
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Wednesday ,
MarMarch 25 , 2026The Psalms Classes
Wednesday, Mar 25th 7:00p to 8:30p
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Shirat Hanefesh In Action
Shabbat Morning Services
Shirat HaNefesh holds Shabbat morning about twice/month. Sometimes we expand the Torah service into a lively one-hour study session.
Tikkun Olam
Tikkun Olam (Repairing the World) is an integral part of Judaism and a fundamental part of the work of Shirat HaNefesh. Our Tikkun Olam Committee discusses and plans events addressing poverty, racism, immigration, food insecurity, policing, environmental issues/climate change, democracy in crisis, and other social justice issues.
Book Discussion
If you love to read and talk about books, you’re in good company. Our Book Discussions take place about every two months on a Sunday morning on Zoom. Click the link above for the 2025-2026 schedule.
Cemetery
Shirat HaNefesh has a cemetery section at Garden of Remembrance available for members’ needs. Our clergy and our Chesed and Bereave-ment Committee can help with planning and shiva. Please consult our guidance document, When Someone Dies , and contact us for help and comfort, at
info@shirathanefesh.org.
Wise Aging
Several groups of members have been meeting to explore the aging process and how to grow old with wisdom, joy, and patience. Please contact us at info@shirathanefesh.org if you are interested in starting a new group.
Lots More...
There’s lots going on at Shirat HaNefesh! Shabbat, our annual Chanukah party, Purim Shpiel, Second Night Passover Seder, Shavuot Tikkun, and musical and meaningful High Holiday services. Explore our website, get on our mailing list, and talk to our clergy about how Shirat HaNefesh can enrich your life.
Contact Form
Don't be shy – say Hello!
We’d love to get to know you. Please contact us using the form below or by emailing info@shirathanefesh.org. Twice/month we meet in person. Contact us at info@shirathanefesh.org for location information. Please check the calendar to confirm the dates. Our mailing address is PO Box 8681, Silver Spring, MD 20907-8681.
Sun, January 18 2026
29 Tevet 5786
Today's Calendar
| Book Discussions : 10:00am |
This week's Torah portion is Parshat Bo
| Shabbat, Jan 24 |
Candle Lighting
| Friday, Jan 23, 5:01pm |
Havdalah
| Motzei Shabbat, Jan 24, 6:10pm |
Rosh Chodesh Shevat
| Monday, Jan 19 |
MEMBERS: Find your account details, set up payments, add to, or edit, your yahrzeit list, find your friends in the directory, and more.If you have trouble logging in contact us at info@shirathanefesh.org
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Location
In North Chevy Chase near I-495. Please email info@shirathanefesh.org for location information.
Mailing Address
PO Box 8681 Silver Spring, MD 20907-8681
Phone
(202) 681-1319
Donations
Shirat HaNefesh is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization; our EIN is 51-0673575. Donations are tax-deductible .
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