Comparative Diaspora
Comparative Diaspora
Taught by Andrew Stein Sundays, October 20, 27; November 10, 17; December 8, 15; January 12, 19, 26; February 2, 9, 23; March 2, 9, 16, 23; April 6, 27; […]
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Kehillat Limmud (Religious School)
Kehillat Limmud (Religious School)
Kehillat Limmud (Community of Learners) is our religious school program for children ages 0-7th grade. Click here to learn more!
Handcrafting Social Hour
Handcrafting Social Hour
January 12, 26; February 9, 23; March 9, 23; April 6, 27 10:00am-12:00pm, in person only Calling all knitting, crochet, and handcrafting friends! Join fellow congregants in a handcrafting social hour from 10:00am-12:00pm in […]
BMitzvah Parent Class
BMitzvah Parent Class
A class for parents of students becoming BMitzvah. Join Judy Naiman, our 6th grade Hebrew teacher and long-time NVHC member, for a four-part class diving into the customs and traditions around Shabbat and BMitzvah! These classes will be from 10:15-11:00am on the following Sundays. Please email Emily at emily@nvhcreston.org to sign up! April 6 April 27 […]
2 events,
NVHC Invisible Illness and Disability Support Group
NVHC Invisible Illness and Disability Support Group
Meets on the 4th Monday of the month. 7:00-8:00pm, on Zoom only. Click here to register.
Beginning Hebrew II
Beginning Hebrew II
Taught by: Neta Litvin Textbook: Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 1 Mondays, 12 weeks beginning February 17, 7:00-8:00pm Online only $136/members, $160/non-members You’re ready to take the next step in your Hebrew learning journey! This course builds on the basics, helping you expand your vocabulary, strengthen your grammar, and gain more confidence in reading, speaking, […]
2 events,
Tamid (8th-12th Grade)
Tamid (8th-12th Grade)
Tamid is our religious school/youth group program for students in 8th-12th grade. Click here to learn more!
Intermediate Hebrew II
Intermediate Hebrew II
Taught by: Neta Litvin Textbook: Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 2 Tuesdays, 12 weeks beginning February 18, 6:30-7:30pm Online only $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Beginning Hebrew II/Intermediate Hebrew I. Knowledge of the […]
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Yom HaZikaron Observance and Yom HaAtzmaut Celebration
Yom HaZikaron Observance and Yom HaAtzmaut Celebration
Join us for a Yom HaZikaron Observance and Yom HaAtzmaut Celebration (Israeli Memorial and Independence Days)! 6:00pm - Yom HaZikaron Observance 6:30pm - Yom HaAtzmaut Celebration and Dinner Dinner from […]
3 events,
Judaism Is About Love
Judaism Is About Love
Taught Rabbi Holzman Thursdays, February 6, 20; March 6, 27; April 10, 17; May 1, 15; June 5 *We'll pick up again in late August! 12:00-1:00pm, On Zoom Only This […]
Advanced Hebrew II
Advanced Hebrew II
Taught by Neta Litvin Textbook: Brandeis Modern Hebrew Wednesdays, 12 weeks beginning February 19, 6:45-7:45pm **Class on April 30 has been moved to May 1 Online only $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Intermediate Hebrew II, Prayer Hebrew II, or equivalent. Comfort with reading Hebrew fluently and intermediate knowledge of Hebrew grammar. In this course you will continue to […]
1 event,
Erev Shabbat Service
Erev Shabbat Service
Join us every Friday at 7:00pm to welcome Shabbat! Our Shabbat services are joyous, musical, spiritual, and welcoming. And make sure you stick around afterwards for oneg Shabbat. All services […]
3 events,
Tot Shabbat
Tot Shabbat
Nothing is more heartwarming than the sight of the youngest members of our community running to the sanctuary for Shabbat! Typically held on the first Saturday of the month, Tot Shabbat […]
Shabbat Sustenance: For the Body, Soul, and Mind
Shabbat Sustenance: For the Body, Soul, and Mind
Join us in person for a Shabbat morning full of soul-filled sustenance - bagels and coffee for the body, Torah study for the soul, and conversation for the mind!
6 events,
Comparative Diaspora
Comparative Diaspora
Taught by Andrew Stein Sundays, October 20, 27; November 10, 17; December 8, 15; January 12, 19, 26; February 2, 9, 23; March 2, 9, 16, 23; April 6, 27; […]
Kehillat Limmud (Religious School)
Kehillat Limmud (Religious School)
Kehillat Limmud (Community of Learners) is our religious school program for children ages 0-7th grade. Click here to learn more!
BMitzvah Parent Class
BMitzvah Parent Class
A class for parents of students becoming BMitzvah. Join Judy Naiman, our 6th grade Hebrew teacher and long-time NVHC member, for a four-part class diving into the customs and traditions around Shabbat and BMitzvah! These classes will be from 10:15-11:00am on the following Sundays. Please email Emily at emily@nvhcreston.org to sign up! April 6 April 27 […]
2 events,
Beginning Hebrew II
Beginning Hebrew II
Taught by: Neta Litvin Textbook: Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 1 Mondays, 12 weeks beginning February 17, 7:00-8:00pm Online only $136/members, $160/non-members You’re ready to take the next step in your Hebrew learning journey! This course builds on the basics, helping you expand your vocabulary, strengthen your grammar, and gain more confidence in reading, speaking, […]
Short Story Discussion Group
Short Story Discussion Group
Short Story Discussion Group First Monday of each month 7:30-8:30pm, on Zoom Join us for a fourth year of monthly lay-led discussions of Jewish short stories. Four NVHC members have […]
3 events,
Tamid (8th-12th Grade)
Tamid (8th-12th Grade)
Tamid is our religious school/youth group program for students in 8th-12th grade. Click here to learn more!
Intermediate Hebrew II
Intermediate Hebrew II
Taught by: Neta Litvin Textbook: Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 2 Tuesdays, 12 weeks beginning February 18, 6:30-7:30pm Online only $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Beginning Hebrew II/Intermediate Hebrew I. Knowledge of the […]
History of Zionism
History of Zionism
Taught by Rabbi Michael Holzman Tuesdays, December 3, January 7, February 4, March 4, April 8, May 6 7:00-8:30pm, in person and on Zoom The idea of Jewish autonomy and self-determination in the land of Israel pervades and structures Jewish thought for most of our history as a people. In the modern era this concept […]
3 events,
Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class
Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class
We are excited for a new Adult B’nai Mitzvah class! This is an opportunity for adult members of our congregation, with a group of peers, to engage with our millennia-old tradition and community ritual of affirming one’s place in the Jewish community. There will be a Hebrew learning component as well as a content study […]
Advanced Hebrew II
Advanced Hebrew II
Taught by Neta Litvin Textbook: Brandeis Modern Hebrew Wednesdays, 12 weeks beginning February 19, 6:45-7:45pm **Class on April 30 has been moved to May 1 Online only $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Intermediate Hebrew II, Prayer Hebrew II, or equivalent. Comfort with reading Hebrew fluently and intermediate knowledge of Hebrew grammar. In this course you will continue to […]
Dirshuni: Contemporary Midrashim
Dirshuni: Contemporary Midrashim
Taught by Rabbi Barrett Wednesdays, May 7, May 21, and one additional date TBD - Please note the April 30 class has been combined with our Yom HaZikaron Observance/Yom HaAtzmaut Celebration 7:00-8:15pm, in person and on Zoom In recent years, there has been a burgeoning interest in contemporary midrashim authored by Israeli women and focused […]
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2 events,
Shared Shabbat Dinner is back – No Erev Shabbat Service!
Shared Shabbat Dinner is back – No Erev Shabbat Service!
On the evening of Friday May 9, the entire congregation is invited to welcome Shabbat and celebrate in fellow members' homes. There will be no Erev Shabbat service at NVHC […]
1 event,
Shabbat Sustenance: For the Body, Soul, and Mind
Shabbat Sustenance: For the Body, Soul, and Mind
Join us in person for a Shabbat morning full of soul-filled sustenance - bagels and coffee for the body, Torah study for the soul, and conversation for the mind!
3 events,
Brotherhood Meeting
Brotherhood Meeting
An open meeting for current and future members of NVHC's Brotherhood! Whether your interested in planning events, helping us support the NVHC community, or just curious about Brotherhood, this meeting […]
Kol Shirah (Adult Choir) Rehearsal
Kol Shirah (Adult Choir) Rehearsal
Kol Shirah is our adult choir. They help lead services during High Holy Days, Shabbat, and at other congregational events! Click here to learn more.
1 event,
Beginning Hebrew II
Beginning Hebrew II
Taught by: Neta Litvin Textbook: Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 1 Mondays, 12 weeks beginning February 17, 7:00-8:00pm Online only $136/members, $160/non-members You’re ready to take the next step in your Hebrew learning journey! This course builds on the basics, helping you expand your vocabulary, strengthen your grammar, and gain more confidence in reading, speaking, […]
2 events,
Tamid (8th-12th Grade)
Tamid (8th-12th Grade)
Tamid is our religious school/youth group program for students in 8th-12th grade. Click here to learn more!
Intermediate Hebrew II
Intermediate Hebrew II
Taught by: Neta Litvin Textbook: Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 2 Tuesdays, 12 weeks beginning February 18, 6:30-7:30pm Online only $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Beginning Hebrew II/Intermediate Hebrew I. Knowledge of the […]
3 events,
Strengthening the Self (Mussar) Through the Psalms
Strengthening the Self (Mussar) Through the Psalms
Taught by Cantor Caro Wednesdays, 12:00-1:15pm, in person and on Zoom November 13, December 18, January 15, February 12, March 12, April 23, May 14 Mussar is a virtues-based approach […]
Advanced Hebrew II
Advanced Hebrew II
Taught by Neta Litvin Textbook: Brandeis Modern Hebrew Wednesdays, 12 weeks beginning February 19, 6:45-7:45pm **Class on April 30 has been moved to May 1 Online only $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Intermediate Hebrew II, Prayer Hebrew II, or equivalent. Comfort with reading Hebrew fluently and intermediate knowledge of Hebrew grammar. In this course you will continue to […]
2 events,
Judaism Is About Love
Judaism Is About Love
Taught Rabbi Holzman Thursdays, February 6, 20; March 6, 27; April 10, 17; May 1, 15; June 5 *We'll pick up again in late August! 12:00-1:00pm, On Zoom Only This lunch ‘n learn is named after Shai Held’s recent, masterful volume of Jewish thinking, Judaism Is About Love: Recovering the Heart of Jewish Life. Together […]
Introduction to Reform Responsa
Introduction to Reform Responsa
Taught by Rabbi Barrett Thursdays, November 14*, December 19, January 9, February 6, April 24, May 15 7:00-8:15pm, in person and on Zoom *Class on November 14 will take place from 6:00-7:00pm Responsa is a genre of Jewish literature focused on legal decisions and rulings made by rabbinic authorities. These texts typically present questions and […]
1 event,
Erev Shabbat Service Celebrating Lag B’Omer
Erev Shabbat Service Celebrating Lag B’Omer
We will mark the holiday of Lag B'Omer by celebrating Shabbat together outdoors, followed by a Brotherhood cookout! There will be no Erev Shabbat Service at NVHC. Please note that […]
2 events,
Shabbat Sustenance: For the Body, Soul, and Mind
Shabbat Sustenance: For the Body, Soul, and Mind
Join us in person for a Shabbat morning full of soul-filled sustenance - bagels and coffee for the body, Torah study for the soul, and conversation for the mind!
9 events,
Comparative Diaspora
Comparative Diaspora
Taught by Andrew Stein Sundays, October 20, 27; November 10, 17; December 8, 15; January 12, 19, 26; February 2, 9, 23; March 2, 9, 16, 23; April 6, 27; […]
Kehillat Limmud (Religious School)
Kehillat Limmud (Religious School)
Kehillat Limmud (Community of Learners) is our religious school program for children ages 0-7th grade. Click here to learn more!
BMitzvah Parent Class
BMitzvah Parent Class
A class for parents of students becoming BMitzvah. Join Judy Naiman, our 6th grade Hebrew teacher and long-time NVHC member, for a four-part class diving into the customs and traditions […]
0 events,
2 events,
Tamid (8th-12th Grade)
Tamid (8th-12th Grade)
Tamid is our religious school/youth group program for students in 8th-12th grade. Click here to learn more!
Foundations of a Thoughtful Judaism: Faith
Foundations of a Thoughtful Judaism: Faith
Taught by Rabbi Holzman Tuesdays, 7:00-8:30pm, on Zoom only January 28, February 25, March 18, April 22, May 20 In our next section of the four-part Foundations curriculum from the Shalom Hartman Institute of North America, we explore big ideas about faith. Where does faith come from? What are the models in Jewish tradition for […]
2 events,
Adult B’nai Mitzvah Hebrew Class
Adult B’nai Mitzvah Hebrew Class
We are excited for a new Adult B’nai Mitzvah class! This is an opportunity for adult members of our congregation, with a group of peers, to engage with our millennia-old tradition and community ritual of affirming one’s place in the Jewish community. There will be a Hebrew learning component as well as a content study […]
Dirshuni: Contemporary Midrashim
Dirshuni: Contemporary Midrashim
Taught by Rabbi Barrett Wednesdays, May 7, May 21, and one additional date TBD - Please note the April 30 class has been combined with our Yom HaZikaron Observance/Yom HaAtzmaut Celebration 7:00-8:15pm, in person and on Zoom In recent years, there has been a burgeoning interest in contemporary midrashim authored by Israeli women and focused […]
0 events,
2 events,
Erev Shabbat Service
Erev Shabbat Service
Join us every Friday at 7:00pm to welcome Shabbat! Our Shabbat services are joyous, musical, spiritual, and welcoming. And make sure you stick around afterwards for oneg Shabbat. All services are in person and streamed on YouTube.
Game Night
Game Night
Join us for Erev Shabbat services followed by Game night! Game night is open to everyone, whether you’re a casual board gamer, serious hobbyist, or just want to hang out with your NVHC friends. We’ll have plenty of games and snacks, but please feel free to bring your own!
1 event,
Shabbat Sustenance: For the Body, Soul, and Mind
Shabbat Sustenance: For the Body, Soul, and Mind
Join us in person for a Shabbat morning full of soul-filled sustenance - bagels and coffee for the body, Torah study for the soul, and conversation for the mind!
1 event,
2 events,
NVHC Invisible Illness and Disability Support Group
NVHC Invisible Illness and Disability Support Group
Meets on the 4th Monday of the month. 7:00-8:00pm, on Zoom only. Click here to register.
Kol Shirah (Adult Choir) Rehearsal
Kol Shirah (Adult Choir) Rehearsal
Kol Shirah is our adult choir. They help lead services during High Holy Days, Shabbat, and at other congregational events! Click here to learn more.
1 event,
0 events,
1 event,
Erev Shabbat Service
Erev Shabbat Service
Join us every Friday at 7:00pm to welcome Shabbat! Our Shabbat services are joyous, musical, spiritual, and welcoming. And make sure you stick around afterwards for oneg Shabbat. All services […]
2 events,
Shabbat Sustenance – American Scripture Project
Shabbat Sustenance – American Scripture Project
Formerly known as Great Texts of America, American Scripture Project gives us the opportunity to study the foundational texts of our country using the same skills and devices we use to study Torah. The text changes from month to month, but the conversation is always lively.
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Northern Virginia Hebrew Congregation is a Reform Jewish community of passionate people who embrace innovation, engagement, and exploration. We welcome everyone, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, disability, gender, or sexual identity, whether single or in a relationship, Jewish or non-Jewish. We celebrate our diversity and are open to all who wish to join us in us in our community of Jewish spiritual, educational, and cultural life. Come join us – together we will worship, connect, learn, and build a better world.
