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.
Community Updates – Coronavirus (COVID-19)
UPDATE - Saturday, April 4
Dear Congregants - we apologize for posting on Shabbat, but due to a Zoom issue, you may be asked for a password to participate in Shabbat Services. Please use the following information:
https://zoom.us/j/4328819148?pwd=eTFyeC9XSEl4dEhseUhHNGl5MUtMUT09
Meeting ID: 432 881 9148
Password: 680135
Please click the banner picture above for more information and resources for Pesach
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Please note that we will be switching our Friday evening and Saturday morning services to a Zoom format until we can celebrate Shabbat together again! The links are below, and will also be on the BSO website. If you have any trouble accessing the Zoom links, please contact David Yonenson or Jennifer Kramer for assistance.
Friday, April 3rd - 7:30 pm
Join Hazzan Geller and Rabbi Hoffman, live from their homes for Friday evening services via Zoom. (click HERE to join)
Saturday, April 4th
9:15 am - Join Hazzan Geller and Rabbi Hoffman, live from their homes for Saturday morning services via Zoom. (click HERE to join)
8:25 pm - Say farewell to Shabbat with our Congregational Havdalah services led by the Weinberg family. (click HERE to join)
Sunday, April 5th
9:00 am - Morning Minyan via Zoom (click HERE to join)
7:00 pm - Q&A with Rabbi Hoffman: Passover Edition. Rabbi Hoffman will answer your questions about Passover under Quarantine during this live Q&A.
(click HERE to join)
We miss you BSO! Please join us for some wonderful virtual programming:
Monday - Wednesday and Friday at 12:00 pm
Coffee Talk with the Rabbi
This Lunch Bunch format invites you to have conversations with the rabbi about the topics that are on your mind.
Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://meetings.ringcentral.com/j/1482487853
Or iPhone one-tap :
+1(470)8692200,,1482487853# (US East)
+1(470)8692200 Meeting Id 148-248-7853
Tuesday at 8:15 pm
Evening Coffee Talk with the Rabbi
This Lunch Bunch format invites you to have conversations with the rabbi about the topics that are on your mind.
Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://meetings.ringcentral.com/j/1482487853
Or iPhone one-tap :
+1(470)8692200,,1482487853# (US East)
+1(470)8692200 Meeting Id 148-248-7853
Thursdays at 11:30 am
Thinking Jewishly with the Rabbi
Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://meetings.ringcentral.com/j/1490521876
Or iPhone one-tap :
+1(470)8692200,,1490521876# (US East)
+1(470)8692200 (US East) Meeting ID: 149 052 1876
We are so excited to share these programs with you. Please reach out to us with any questions you may have. And, let us know what you liked about these online experiences and any ideas you may have for future programming.
Monday - Thursday at 7:30 pm; Sunday 9:00 am
Minyan
Click HERE to join. This will be the link to use for all Weekday Evening Minyamim and Sunday Morning Minyan.
Check out our BSO YouTube channel !
Please be aware that the BSO building is closed. We will be live streaming all Shabbat services. To Access B'nai Shalom of Olney's Live Stream, please click here.
Minyan will be conducted via RC/Zoom. Click HERE to join. There is some software to install, so please be sure to click the link prior to joining the Minyan. It may take around 5 minutes, so make sure to plan accordingly. Once you install the software and connect, you will need to click "Show Video" on the bottom left of your screen, and you will be live with the Rabbi and Hazzan.
Minyan schedule:
Monday - Thursday: 7:30 p.m.
Friday - Morning minyan has been canceled for the next 2 weeks.
Sunday - 9:00 a.m.
If you are in need of emergency assistance such as picking up a prescription and you are unable to leave the house, please contact the chair of the Chesed committee, Harriet Turkheimer, at harriet.turkheimer@bnaishalomofolney.org.
We will continue to monitor this fluid situation and will re-evaluate our plans after two weeks. We will regularly update you through email and our website. Please reach out to Rabbi Hoffman and Hazzan Geller for pastoral support if needed, through phone, email, Skype or FaceTime. We are grateful to our strong community for your patience, cooperation and concern as we navigate this uncertain time together. Be safe and well and reach out to us with any concerns.
Upcoming Events
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BSO Facility RentalsThink of BSO for your corporate rental needs.
Our functional space and outstanding hospitality make BSO the perfect place to hold meetings, conferences and classes.
Contact the BSO Office for more information.
Mazal Tov Andy! 
Even though we couldn't celebrate in person, we wish Andy Shuman a hearty "Mazal Tov" on being selected the Men's Club Blue Yarmulke Person of the Year!
View his celebration video HERE.
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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Regal Judaica Shop at B'nai Shalom of Olney is open by appointment only. Please call Robin at 301-774-5236.
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