“The opposite of love is not hate, it is indifference.”
~Elie Wiesel
In the wake of the tragedy that occurred at the Tree of Life Congregation, Jewish communities nationwide are standing in solidarity with our friends in Pittsburgh. Please join us in participating in the Go Fund Me Campaign for this sacred community.
Your contribution will go directly to the Tree of Life congregation to help them rebuild and to support the victims and their families.
We are so deeply appreciative of the outpouring of support we had at our Interfaith Vigil on Tuesday evening, October 30. Thank you to the many congregants, community members, clergy, leaders of faith, police officers, fire fighters and elected officials who walked into our Sanctuary determined to stand together and love and strengthen one another. If you were not able to attend, or simply want to hear the inspiring words and beautiful music from the event, here is the link to the streamed video.
OUR MISSION
B’nai Shalom of Olney is an egalitarian, Conservative Jewish congregation, committed to enhancing life through prayer, religious education, Mitzvot, community outreach and social action. We join together to share in one another’s Simhot and sorrows. It is our goal to meet the diverse spiritual, religious and social needs of our members with the framework and traditions of Conservative Judaism. We nurture our Judaic growth through engaging educational programs for children and adults. We strive to further the causes of the Jewish people and the State of Israel. We build unity with our fellow Jews and the community at large in the spirit of love and respect.
EVENTS
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Mark your Calendars for these Upcoming Events!
Synagogue Skills Class - Wednesday, January 16, 8:00 p.m.
Join Hazzan Geller and Aaron Weinberg for our Synagogue Skills Session. This session will cover how to lift the Torah (Hagbah). Learn how to do the most cherished and honored ritual in the traditional Torah service. All are welcome.
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Shabbat Fusion - Friday, January 18, 6:15 p.m.
Join us in the chapel for our introductory Shabbat Fusion service! It is a short and innovative service-in-the-round, accompanied by camp melodies, spirit, learning and prayer. This service is family friendly and everyone is welcome!
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Kiddush Konversation - Saturday, January 19
after services
Join us after Shabbat Services. Chip Hinkes will be leading our discussion on "Who Wrote the Bible," by Rabbi Richard Friedman. We hope you will join us for what is always a lively and informative discussion!
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MLK Day of Service - Monday, January 21
B'nai Shalom of Olney is joining with Shaare Tefilah and the Greater Olney Ministerium for a Day of Service in honor of MLK. In addition to a blood drive, and other projects, they will be collecting books for children (Olney Helps), books for older readers (DC public schools), men's and women's professional work clothes (Success in Style) and non-perishable food (Olney Help).
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Save the Dates:
Announcement for all high schoolers: Join BSO USY from 6:45-9:00 p.m. on January 26th for our Casino Night! Come to the opening of the first ever casino in Olney and enjoy snacks, poker, blackjack, and more! For only $10 (entry fee) and an additional $5 for every set of chips, come support our shul’s youth and have the chance to win gift cards and other prizes! All of the proceeds go to Tikkun Olam… so why not come?! RSVP to Maya.
Disability/Inclusion Shabbat Service - February 9
CONTACT US
Contact us for information about our community and membership
opportunities
B'NAI SHALOM OF OLNEY
18401 Burtfield Drive, Olney, MD 20832 [MAP/DIRECTIONS]
Administrative Office: 301-774-0879 Fax: 301-774-3992
Religious School Office: 301-774-9323
Early Childhood Office: 301-570-0699
The Chai Circle helps make it possible for B'nai Shalom of Olney to subsidize membership commitments and/or Religious School tuition for anyone who wishes to be a member of our congregation but is not able to afford it. This is an important facet of our long-standing commitment to making our community open to all who wish to be a part of it.
Levels of Giving
Chai (Circle of Life)- $5,000 +
Gibborim (Heroes)- $2,500-$4,999
Bonim (Builders)- $1,000-$2,499
N'deevim (Donors)- $500-$999
Tomchim (Contributors)- $18-$499
Please click here to donate.
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Please click here to access B'nai Shalom Live Streaming
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Click here to see our 2018-2019 Congregational Shabbat Dinner Series.
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Click Here for more information about YES!
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Regal Judaica Shop at B'nai Shalom of Olney will be having NEW regular hours beginning October 16.
Sundays - 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Tuesdays - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesdays - 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
OR always by appointment 301-774-5236
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