Experience the High Holidays with Shirat Hanefesh!
Hashiveinu, Chadesh Yameinu - Return Us, Renew Us
Our services include discussion of this year's theme (this link coming soon, please be patient). See High Holiday Info Page
Shanah Tovah!
BRING IN THE NEW YEAR AT OUR MUSICAL, SOULFUL, PARTICIPATORY SERVICES. See Online High Holiday Registration form
Click here to print out a paper version of the registration form.
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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In Person: Shabbat Morning Service with Rabbi Rachel Gartner
Shabbat, Aug 13th 10:00a to 12:00p
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Member-Led Shabbat on Zoom
Shabbat, Aug 20th 10:00a to 12:00p
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In Person: Shabbat Morning Service with Rabbi Rachel Gartner
Shabbat, Aug 27th 10:00a to 12:00p
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In Person: Shabbat Morning Service with Rabbi Rachel Gartner
Shabbat, Sep 3rd 10:00a to 12:00p
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Member-Led Shabbat on Zoom
Shabbat, Sep 10th 10:00a to 12:00p
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Book Discussion: Sapiens, A Brief History of Humankind
Sunday, Sep 11th 10:00a to 11:30a
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Shabbat Morning with Guest Cantorial Student Kevin Mcintyre
Shabbat, Sep 24th 10:00a to 12:00p
Shirat HaNefesh 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 seek through our practice, our prayer, our voices, and our questions to foster joyous Jewish living and build a more just world.
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Shirat Hanefesh In Action
Shabbat Morning Services
Shirat HaNefesh holds Shabbat morning services every week, led either by Rabbi Rachel Gartner, guest clergy, or lay members of the congregation. Sometimes we expand the Torah service into a one-hour study session.
Kolot HaLev
Several times a year we are enriched with the singing of Kolot HaLev, our resident choir under the direction of Hazzan Ramón Tasat. From holidays to Havdalah, Kolot HaLev lifts the heart and voice of our community.
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, Passover Mimouna, 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. It is in our prayers to return to our pre-COVID location soon: North Chevy Chase Christian Church, 8814 Kensington Parkway, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Tue, August 9 2022
12 Av 5782
Visiting Rabbi Series
Rabbi Julie Gordon
Sat. Aug. 6, 10:00am
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