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Bet Mishpachah is Washington's only Egalitarian Synagogue Embracing a Diversity of Sexual
and Gender Identities, founded in 1975 by members of DC's LGBTQ+ community.
WELCOME TO BET MISHPACHAH!
A congregation for gay, lesbian, bisexual, asexual, trans and queer Jews, our
families, friends and allies and all who wish to participate in an inclusive,
progressive, egalitarian, and mutually supportive community. Explore our
website to learn more about our vibrant community!
Our Rabbi, Jake Singer-Beilin, guides our spiritual path, and leads or co-leads
half of our Shabbat and holiday services along with our talented cohort of
lay leaders.
Click here to find out more about services. If you have any questions, please
see our contact page where you will find the contact information for our
administrator and board.
Please join us!
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 6 , 2023
Friday, Jan 6th 8:00p to Friday, Dec 8th 8:00p
Join Bet Mishpachah weekly on Fridays at 8:00 pm as we welcome Shabbat with our warm and joyous services. We also meet the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10:00 am for a brief service and stimulating Torah discussion. Both services are followed by our tasty Oneg Shabbat or Kiddush luncheon. All are welcome! -
Friday ,
DecDecember 8 , 2023
Friday, Dec 8th 6:30p to 8:00p
Join us before our annual Chanuka Shabbat and bring your Chanukiyah to light with us -
Friday ,
DecDecember 8 , 2023
Friday, Dec 8th 8:00p to 10:00p
For the evening service of Shabbat Chanuka, bring your Menorah (Chanukiyah) and enough candles (2 + the shammas) to light just before Erev Shabbat services start. Enjoy the glow of dozens of candles burning brightly during the service as we join in our community. If you will be at home, we hope you will join us in lighting your Chanukiyah and reciting the blessings with us. -
Saturday ,
DecDecember 9 , 2023
Shabbat, Dec 9th 12:30p to 2:00p
Questions and Answers - Reading Rabbinic responsa literature for our modern times -
Sunday ,
DecDecember 10 , 2023
Sunday, Dec 10th 4:00p to 6:00p
The Art of Resistance tells of the wartime adventures of Justus Rosenberg; a Jewish adolescent from Danzig who, at various times, worked to help refugees escape -
Sunday ,
DecDecember 17 , 2023
Sunday, Dec 17th 2:00p to 4:30p
Join us for this most important meeting to hear about our plans, elect a new slate of officers and ask questions regarding the future of Bet Mishpachah -
Monday ,
DecDecember 25 , 2023
Monday, Dec 25th 2:00p to 7:00p
Join us for a time-honored tradition - A Christmas Day movie followed by dinner at a local Chinese restaurant! Movie selection will be done closer to the date. -
Friday ,
JanJanuary 5 , 2024
Friday, Jan 5th 6:30p to 8:00p
Join us for our hybrid First Friday pre service Women’s Outreach. Pour your favorite beverage and enjoy your dinner while you zoom into our gathering and usher in Shabbat with great company and conversation! -
Sunday ,
JanJanuary 7 , 2024
Sunday, Jan 7th 11:00a to 2:00p
Please join us for a visit to the Baltimore Museum of Art to see the exhibit, Making Her Mark, A History of Women Artists in Europe, 1400 - 1800. Following the museum, we will venture to the Paper Moon Diner for lunch. Please note that this will be a self-guided tour as docent led tours are no longer available at the Museum. Carpooling will be arranged. -
Friday ,
JanJanuary 19 , 2024
Friday, Jan 19th 8:00p to 10:00p
Celebrate your special event or occasion with us. A special blessing will be recited as well as an enhanced Oneg Shabbat. -
Friday ,
JanJanuary 26 , 2024
Friday, Jan 26th 8:00p to 10:00p
Please join us as we thank the outgoing board and welcome the incoming board. A special Oneg Shabbat, sponsored by the Past Presidents of Bet Mishpachah, will give you an opportunity to welcome each Board Member personally. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 7 , 2024
Sunday, Apr 7th 12:00p to 3:00p
Please join us at the EDCJCC, which will be followed by the 2:00 pm performance of Hester Street at Theater J. We will be joined at brunch by Hayley Finn, Theater Js Artistic Director, who will talk about the play and other happenings at the theater. This is a great opportunity to meet Hayley, see a wonderful play and learn more about Theater J.
Join us for Shabbat or an upcoming event!