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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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Thursday ,
OctOctober 24 , 2024
Thursday, Oct 24th 6:30a to 8:30a
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Saturday ,
OctOctober 26 , 2024
Shabbat, Oct 26th 10:00a
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Wednesday ,
OctOctober 30 , 2024
Wednesday, Oct 30th 7:00p to 8:30p
Introductory Session over Zoom: To enhance our study of Ezekiel and the Minor Prophets, we are delighted to AGAIN welcome Dr. Tamar Kamionkowski (Biblical Scholar and Professor at the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College) as a guest speaker to provide an overview. -
Thursday ,
NovNovember 7 , 2024
Thursday, Nov 7th 12:00p to 1:00p
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Saturday ,
NovNovember 9 , 2024
Shabbat, Nov 9th 10:00a
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Sunday ,
NovNovember 10 , 2024
Sunday, Nov 10th 10:00a to 11:30a
PLEASE: RSVP and let us know if you plan to come. Hope to see you then. -
Thursday ,
NovNovember 21 , 2024
Thursday, Nov 21st 12:00p to 1:00p
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Saturday ,
NovNovember 23 , 2024
Shabbat, Nov 23rd 10:00a
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Thursday ,
DecDecember 5 , 2024
Thursday, Dec 5th 12:00p to 1:00p
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Sunday ,
DecDecember 8 , 2024
Sunday, Dec 8th 10:00a to 3:00p
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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.
Tue, October 22 2024
20 Tishrei 5785
Today's Calendar
Chol Hamoed Sukkot |
This week's Torah portion is Parshat Bereshit
Shabbat, Oct 26 |
Candle Lighting
Wednesday, Oct 23, 5:59pm |
Havdalah
Motzei Shabbat, Oct 26, 7:04pm |
Chol Hamoed Sukkot
Tuesday, Oct 22 |