A Humanist Approach to Judaism

 

Beth Chai at the National Building Museum Sukkah Exhibit

 

A Secular Approach to Judaism

 

Rosh Hashannah at Beth Chai - Sunday School

 

A Welcoming Approach to Judaism

 

Chanukah Assembly

 

Beth Chai is home to all who seek to celebrate Jewish values, history, and culture within a vibrant and caring community. We warmly welcome Jews of all denominations and backgrounds, interfaith/intercultural couples and their families, LGBTQ+ individuals, couples, and families, and those who need accommodation for disabilities. We explore and embody the humanist values in Judaism, namely a commitment to social justice and making the world a better place.

We celebrate all major Jewish holidays, run vibrant adult education and social action programs, and offer Sunday School from pre-K through 8th grade. Our B’nai Mitzvah program allows young people and their families to create meaningful ceremonies marking this coming-of-age moment. 

We draw members from all over the metro area, including Montgomery County, Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia. Beth Chai has brought families together in community, education, and celebration since 1978.

Beth Chai welcomes new members who are Jewish or identify as Jewish. Many of our current members were formerly Reform, Conservative, and Orthodox Congregations members.

Upcoming Events, Adult Education and our School Schedule - See our Event Calendar

Click event for tickets. Members should reserve tickets (no charge). We offer free childcare for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Adult services. Childcare must be booked in advance when reserving tickets.

NOTE: Non-members are welcome to purchase tickets for our high holiday services. You will need a guest account to purchase tickets if you do not already have one. You can create your guest account here. If you decide to join Beth Chai after attending our services we will deduct the cost of your tickets from your membership dues.

Membership and Sunday School

Beth Chai welcomes new members to join our amazing congregation. Our Sunday school offers an incredible curriculum, and we offer events, social activities, and holiday services throughout the year for all our members/families. Sunday school classes run from September to May.