Helping Others
Helping Others
Helping others in our community is a hallmark of our congregation. We look for opportunities for meaningful engagement with members of our community in need. Please let us know if you have a passion for an organization or project that we can support!
Caring Community
Compassionate Volunteers from the B’nai Tzedek Family. We are a network of volunteers who come together to support our members in times of need, whether it be an acute crisis, joyous occasion, or a need for ongoing support. It is our goal for the Caring Community to become a place congregants feel comfortable turning to when a helping hand is needed. Please consider joining our network of caring by:
• Providing transportation to services or other synagogue activities
• Paying a visit to a housebound congregant
• Making a phone call to someone who needs to hear a supportive voice
• Dropping off a meal
All of these opportunities are on an “as needed basis.” No prior experience is necessary, just an open heart and a willingness to lend a hand! To get involved, please contact Caring Community Chair Fabiana Offit.
Inclusion Committee
The mission of the Inclusion Committee is to ensure that ALL congregants have the fullest opportunity to participate in the educational, social, spiritual and recreational activities of the synagogue, to encourage an environment accepting of individual differences, and to provide support to families with special needs and other challenges. The committee works closely with the clergy, religious school, GECC, and b'nai mitzvah program to promote inclusion, coordinate awareness activities, and engage resources to continue to provide accommodations for students and training for staff. Please contact Shari Abramson, Inclusion Committee Chair, to discuss ways you can help the committee or how the committee can assist you and your family.
Social Action Committee
The mission of our Social Action Committee is to give back to our local Montgomery County community through fun and social volunteer activities. We are putting into action the Jewish concepts of tzedakah, tikkum olam, and mitzvot. For example, we will take up collections of a variety of items and gifts for donation, work to reduce the environmental impact of our synagogue, and prepare and serve meals to individuals and families in need. Some of the organizations we work with include the Children’s Inn at NIH, Hearts and Homes, Rebuilding Together Montgomery County, and the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington. We seek input from all members of our congregation to accomplish these goals. We encourage participation from members of all ages. Please contact Carol Urbach Herson, Social Action Chair, to volunteer and join the fun.
Wed, April 30 2025
2 Iyyar 5785
Today's Sefirah Count Is 17
היום שבעה עשר יום שהם שני שבועות ושלשה ימים לעמר |
Today's Calendar
Yom Hazikaron |
In-Person Minyan : 8:00am |
Zoom Minyan : 7:00pm |
Upcoming Programs & Events
May 1 Torah Study with Rabbi Bayar Thursday, May 1 9:30am |
May 1 Yom Ha'Atzmaut with B'nai Israel Thursday, May 1 6:00pm |
May 4 Jewish Theology & Philosophy Study with Rabbi Bayar Sunday, May 4 9:30am |
May 5 Weekly Halakhah Study with Rabbi Bayar Monday, May 5 7:30pm |
May 6 Sisterhood Meeting Tuesday, May 6 7:30pm |
This week's Torah portion is Parshat Tazria-Metzora
Shabbat, May 3 |
Candle Lighting
Friday, May 2, 7:44pm |
Yom Hazikaron
Wednesday, Apr 30 |
Mazel Tov Us!
Supporting B'nai Tzedek
B'nai Tzedek provides a vast array of programs designed to enlighten, stimulate, and educate. We are challenged to explore our Judaism, history, customs, and our relationship with the people of Israel. Your support allows us to maintain memberships and educational opportunities for those who might not otherwise afford it.
Contact Us
Congregation B'nai Tzedek
10621 South Glen Road
Potomac, Maryland 20854
(301) 299-0225
Steven Bayar, Senior Rabbi
Marshall Kapell, Cantor
Stuart Weinblatt, Rabbi Emeritus
Sylvia Mace, Executive Director
Upcoming Events
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Thursday ,
MayMay 1 , 2025
Thursday, May 1st 9:30a to 10:30a
Every Thursday morning 9:30 am in the Gage Board Room Join Rabbi Bayar on Thursday mornings for study of the parsha. We will be studying the parsha for the upcoming week, paying special attention to how the commentators "reworked" the text to meet their societal needs. Feel free to bring your own translation. -
Thursday ,
MayMay 1 , 2025
Thursday, May 1st 6:00p to 9:00p
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Sunday ,
MayMay 4 , 2025
Sunday, May 4th 9:30a to 10:30a
Every Sunday Beginning September 15th 9:30 am in the Gage Board Room Introduction to Jewish Theology and Philosophy: We will explore the theological and philosophical approaches to theodicy (why does evil exist), Holocaust, Community, Messianism and Jewish history. NOTE: • Sept. 29: No Class • Oct. 20: Class will end at 10:15 am
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