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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 ,
SepSeptember 14 , 2024
Shabbat, Sep 14th 10:00a
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Sunday ,
SepSeptember 15 , 2024
Sunday, Sep 15th 10:00a to 11:30a
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Saturday ,
SepSeptember 28 , 2024
Shabbat, Sep 28th 10:00a
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Sunday ,
SepSeptember 29 , 2024
Sunday, Sep 29th 10:00a to 2:00p
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Sunday ,
NovNovember 10 , 2024
Sunday, Nov 10th 10:00a to 11:30a
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Sunday ,
DecDecember 8 , 2024
Sunday, Dec 8th 10:00a to 3:00p
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Sunday ,
JanJanuary 12 , 2025
Sunday, Jan 12th 10:00a to 11:30a
PLEASE: RSVP and let us know if you plan to come. Hope to see you then. -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 16 , 2025
Sunday, Mar 16th 10:00a to 11:30a
PLEASE: RSVP and let us know if you plan to come. Hope to see you then. -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 30 , 2025
Sunday, Mar 30th 10:00a to 3:00p
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Sunday ,
MayMay 18 , 2025
Sunday, May 18th 10:00a to 11:30a
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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 at a member’s home or on Zoom. Click the link above for the 2024-2025 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.
Wed, September 11 2024
8 Elul 5784
This week's Torah portion is Parshat Ki Teitzei
Shabbat, Sep 14 |
Candle Lighting
Friday, Sep 13, 7:00pm |
Havdalah
Motzei Shabbat, Sep 14, 8:07pm |
Erev Rosh Hashana
Wednesday, Oct 2 |