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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.
HIGH HOLIDAYS 5784/2023
This year, Shirat HaNefesh will join Kehila Chadasha and Am Kolel for High Holiday services. Click here for information.
Upcoming Events
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Saturday ,
SepSeptember 30 , 2023
Shabbat, Sep 30th 10:00a
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Sunday ,
NovNovember 12 , 2023
Sunday, Nov 12th 10:00a to 11:30a
PLEASE: RSVP and let us know if you plan to come. Hope to see you then. -
Tuesday ,
NovNovember 14 , 2023
Tuesday, Nov 14th 12:00p
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Tuesday ,
NovNovember 21 , 2023
Tuesday, Nov 21st 12:00p
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Tuesday ,
DecDecember 5 , 2023
Tuesday, Dec 5th 12:00p
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Tuesday ,
DecDecember 19 , 2023
Tuesday, Dec 19th 12:00p
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Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 2 , 2024
Tuesday, Jan 2nd 12:00p
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Sunday ,
JanJanuary 7 , 2024
Sunday, Jan 7th 10:00a to 11:30a
PLEASE: RSVP and let us know if you plan to come. Hope to see you then. -
Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 16 , 2024
Tuesday, Jan 16th 12:00p
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Thursday ,
FebFebruary 1 , 2024
Thursday, Feb 1st 12:00p
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Shirat Hanefesh In Action
Shabbat Morning Services
Shirat HaNefesh holds Shabbat morning services almost every week, led by guest clergy, or lay members of the congregation. Sometimes we expand the Torah service into a 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 at a member’s home or on Zoom. Click the link above for the 2022-2023 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.
Tue, September 26 2023
11 Tishrei 5784
Candle Lighting
Friday, Sep 29, 6:36pm |
Havdalah
Sunday, Oct 1, 7:41pm |
Erev Sukkot
Friday, Sep 29 |