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.
B’nai Shalom of Olney, located in north-central Montgomery County, Maryland, in the heart of Olney's expanding and vibrant suburban community, supports the spiritual, social and educational needs of over 300 families. Due to our central location, BSO serves as a community hub for religious services and holiday events, as well as home to many social groups and educational programs. B’nai Shalom of Olney houses a renowned early childhood school operating 5 days a week for children ages two to five, a brand new Kindergarten program for ages five to six, an award winning religious education program for pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade, and many active social groups including USY, Women's Circle, Men's Club, and Hazak.