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Here are the latest news and happenings at BJC.
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Ongoing Programs
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archived announcements of completed
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Current and archived BJC Newsletters in PDF format
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Links to
Writings and Articles by our Hazzan and Staff
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Passover
Yizkor Service
Saturday, April 26, 10:30 am in Covenant Hall
This year, the seventh day of Passover falls on Saturday,
April 26. Our regular Shabbat morning worship service that day
will also include a Yizkor service. Yizkor, which means
“memorial” in Hebrew, is a service of remembrance usually held
on Yom Kippur, and on the last day of the three pilgrimage |
Yom HaShoah
Observance
Wednesday, April 30 at 5:00 pm in Covenant Hall
Commemorate the tragedy that befell our
people with this brief study session on the Shoah, followed by a
moving Memorial service in Covenant Hall on Wednesday, April 30
at 5 p.m. with Hazzan Schnitzer and Adrian Durlester. |
Hazzan Schnitzer to Be Honored by The
Academy For Jewish Religion
May 22, 2008
For his and BJC’s interfaith work and work with the Jewish
communities of Cuba, Hazzan Schnitzer has been named Alumni
of the Year by the Academy
for Jewish Religion.
The ceremony will take place on May 22 at the
Academy for Jewish Religion/College of Mt. St. Vincent campus
6301 Riverdale Ave.
Riverdale, NY.
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Israel at
60: A Capitol Celebration
Sunday, June 1, 2008 Noon-5pm - Free
on the National Mall
On Sunday, June 1st thousands will gather on the National
Mall to celebrate Israel’s 60th anniversary. The event will
focus on the cultural, historic, artistic, and religious aspects
and achievements of Israel and her people.
Featured performers include:
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Headliner Singer/Songwriter
Regina Spektor
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Tony and Emmy Award-Winning Actor
MANDY PATINKIN
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Sesame Street Muppets OSCAR
THE GROUCH and Israel’s MOISHE
OOFNIK
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Israeli Rock Band MASHINA
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music • dance • theater
• family activities
BJC is one of the
Organizational Sponsors and we are looking for volunteers to
help as: greeters, guides, program activities assistants,
set-up/clean-up assistance, etc. If you are interested, please
contact Steve Turow at 301-469-0758 or
sdturow@yahoo.com . For
more information about the celebration, go to
www.israel60dc.org. |
BJC and Am Kolel present a
Shabbat and Shavuot Retreat at Sanctuary
"The Passion & The Joy"with Rabbi Avram
Davis
and Reb David Shneyer and Hazzan Sunny
Schnitzer
June 6-10, 2008
Retreat includes lodging and dairy-vegetarian-fish Kosher
meals. Relax in the country! A large deck overlooks the gorgeous
28 acres of Sanctuary, boasting a variety of special spaces in
which to delight in nature, including a meditation garden,
labyrinth, outdoor chapel, picnic area, screened gazebo, and
woods. There is an excellent massage therapist on site.
Join us for learning, prayer, music, singing, dancing,
campfires, yoga, meditation, and optional massage, swimming, and
hiking Mr. Sinai (aka Sugarloaf Mountain.)
Come for the
Whole Shabbat/Shavuot Retreat (Fri-Tue)
Whole Shabbat/Shavuot Retreat (Fri-Mon)
Weekend Only (Fri-Sun)
Shavuot Only (Sun-Tue)
Shavuot Only (Sun-Mon)
For pricing and other information,
contact the BJC Office (301) 469-8636
Visit
www.sanctuaryretreatcenter.com for more information on the
retreat and opn Sanctuary Retreat Center |
BJC Open Book
Discussion
Now Fourth Wednesday of the Month
(Usually)
Upcoming Books
| April 23 Open Book Discussion: In the Rose Garden of
the Martyrs by Christopher de Ballaigue. Please
join us on April 23 at 8 pm at BJC to discuss In the Rose
Garden of the Martyrs by Christopher de Ballaigue. The book
is a memoir of Iran that provides insights into the
uncertain contradictions of post revolutionary Iran. Leaping
backward and forward in history, the author examines 25
years of revolution, as overshadowed by centuries of
political and religious conflict. The fall of the Shah,
Khomeini's rise to power, and the shifting alliances after
his death resolve into a new kind of monarchy that, in the
opinion of de Bellaigue and those he interviews, has
betrayed the Revolution. The author is a journalist who
speaks fluent Persian and is married to an Iranian. Drop-ins
and new members are always welcome. Call (301) 946-3629 for
directions. Contact Evelyn Ganzglass (202) 966-7037 or Ruth
Rosenberg (703) 560-9525 for more information. |
| Drop-ins and new members are always welcome. Call (301)
946-3629 for directions.Contact
Evelyn Ganzglass 202-966-7037 or Ruth Rosenberg
703-560-9525 for more information. |
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Jewish Chant Circle
and Havdalah
Next: May. 10, 2008 4:30-6pm
Upcoming Dates (usually second Saturday of
the month)
Chanting is a form of meditation that
can open the doors of the heart. Repetition of a sacred phrase
can clear the mind of clutter, focus and refine intentions and
connect us to each other. Join us on Saturday, Nov. 4 from 4 to
6 p.m. in Covenant Hall for an afternoon of chant and
meditation; experience the power and potential of this pathway
to soul healing. No prior knowledge of singing, chanting, or
Hebrew language is necessary. If you like, bring a mat or pillow,
for your comfort. Please RSVP to
Yaffah18@aol.com |
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Archive of Completed Events and
Activities |
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Calendar of Events |
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SERVICES |
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Friday, May 9
7:00pm
Youth Service
8:00pm
Shabbat Service |
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Sat. May 10
10:30am
Shabbat Service |
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Events and School Information |
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SCHOOL |
Wed. May 7
Hebrew 4:15-4:55pm
Yom HaZikaron/Yom Ha'atzmaut Observance
5:30-5:45pm |
Sat.
May. 10
9:00am
Hebrew Gr. 4-7, Gr. 3
10:00am
Judaics Gr. K-10
Confirmation Retreat |
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Remember to bring food for the
"Gleanings" project every time you come to religious school |
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