Taught by: Neta Litvin Textbook: Hebrew Alfon Primer Mondays, 12 weeks beginning October 28, 7:00-8:00pm Online only $136/members, $160/non-members You’re about to start learning Hebrew and immersing yourself in this unique language and culture. Our beginners course will give you a strong foundation in Hebrew. We start by learning the use and sound of all […]
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 selected the stories and will take turns leading the discussions. Each session will stand on its own - you can attend whenever you have the […]
Tamid is our religious school/youth group program for students in 8th-12th grade. Click here to learn more!
Taught by: Neta Litvin Textbook: Hebrew - A Language Course, Level 2 Tuesdays, 12 weeks beginning October 29, 6:30-7:30pm Online only $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Beginning Hebrew 1 or equivalent. Knowledge of the Aleph-Bet and beginning proficiency with reading Hebrew. Class participants will have the opportunity to hone their Hebrew reading skills using a modern Hebrew textbook, […]
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 […]
Introduction to Judaism is a class for anyone interested in learning more about Judaism – interfaith couples, those raising Jewish children, spiritual seekers, individuals considering conversion, and Jews who want a meaningful adult Jewish learning experience. Taught by all three NVHC clergy, this weekly cohort-based class gives a broad overview of Jewish life - holidays, […]
Taught by Neta Litvin Textbook: Brandeis Modern Hebrew Wednesdays, 12 weeks beginning October 30, 6:45-7:45pm 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 expand your vocabulary, advanced grammar, adjectives, and verb tenses. […]
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.
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 affords our children and their families the time and space to truly experience the joys of Shabbat. Nell Hirsch, our children’s music specialist, leads Tot […]
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!
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; May 4, 18 9:15-10:30am, in person and on Zoom Synopsis: Many American Jews, though not all, trace their roots to ancestors who came to the […]
Kehillat Limmud (Community of Learners) is our religious school program for children ages 0-7th grade. Click here to learn more!
Taught by: Neta Litvin Textbook: Hebrew Alfon Primer Mondays, 12 weeks beginning October 28, 7:00-8:00pm Online only $136/members, $160/non-members You’re about to start learning Hebrew and immersing yourself in this unique language and culture. Our beginners course will give you a strong foundation in Hebrew. We start by learning the use and sound of all […]
Tamid is our religious school/youth group program for students in 8th-12th grade. Click here to learn more!
Taught by: Neta Litvin Textbook: Hebrew - A Language Course, Level 2 Tuesdays, 12 weeks beginning October 29, 6:30-7:30pm Online only $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Beginning Hebrew 1 or equivalent. Knowledge of the Aleph-Bet and beginning proficiency with reading Hebrew. Class participants will have the opportunity to hone their Hebrew reading skills using a modern Hebrew textbook, […]
Introduction to Judaism is a class for anyone interested in learning more about Judaism – interfaith couples, those raising Jewish children, spiritual seekers, individuals considering conversion, and Jews who want a meaningful adult Jewish learning experience. Taught by all three NVHC clergy, this weekly cohort-based class gives a broad overview of Jewish life - holidays, […]
Taught by Neta Litvin Textbook: Brandeis Modern Hebrew Wednesdays, 12 weeks beginning October 30, 6:45-7:45pm 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 expand your vocabulary, advanced grammar, adjectives, and verb tenses. […]
Join us for a series of four conversations that will bring us together in the sacred act of listening to the stories of our people. Panels of NVHC members from communities within our larger NVHC community will speak about their personal Jewish Journeys around four different topics. Through hearing these stories, we discover what connects us […]
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.
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.
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; May 4, 18 9:15-10:30am, in person and on Zoom Synopsis: Many American Jews, though not all, trace their roots to ancestors who came to the […]
Kehillat Limmud (Community of Learners) is our religious school program for children ages 0-7th grade. Click here to learn more!
Taught by: Neta Litvin Textbook: Hebrew Alfon Primer Mondays, 12 weeks beginning October 28, 7:00-8:00pm Online only $136/members, $160/non-members You’re about to start learning Hebrew and immersing yourself in this unique language and culture. Our beginners course will give you a strong foundation in Hebrew. We start by learning the use and sound of all […]
Taught by: Neta Litvin Textbook: Hebrew - A Language Course, Level 2 Tuesdays, 12 weeks beginning October 29, 6:30-7:30pm Online only $136/members, $160/non-members Prerequisites: Beginning Hebrew 1 or equivalent. Knowledge of the Aleph-Bet and beginning proficiency with reading Hebrew. Class participants will have the opportunity to hone their Hebrew reading skills using a modern Hebrew textbook, […]
Foundations for a Thoughtful Judaism: Peoplehood Taught by: Rabbi Holzman Tuesdays, October 3, November 7, December 12, January 2, March 5, April 2 CONTINUING: October 22, November 19, December 17 6:30-8:00pm, on Zoom The Shalom Hartman Institute of North America has prepared a superb curriculum of texts exploring the varied elements of a complex idea: […]
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 to Jewish ethics and character development, giving us how to live a most meaningful and ethical life. The Book of Psalms is a collection of […]
Introduction to Judaism is a class for anyone interested in learning more about Judaism – interfaith couples, those raising Jewish children, spiritual seekers, individuals considering conversion, and Jews who want a meaningful adult Jewish learning experience. Taught by all three NVHC clergy, this weekly cohort-based class gives a broad overview of Jewish life - holidays, […]
Taught by Neta Litvin Textbook: Brandeis Modern Hebrew Wednesdays, 12 weeks beginning October 30, 6:45-7:45pm 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 expand your vocabulary, advanced grammar, adjectives, and verb tenses. […]
Taught by Rabbi Barrett Thursdays, November 14*, December 19, January 9, February 6, and March 6 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 answers […]
Qeshet is a community for LGBTQIA+ Jews and their allies at NVHC, grounded in our shared tradition and history. Just as the rainbow, or qeshet in Hebrew, was a sign of God’s covenant with all of our people, so is it a sign of the great diversity of experience that we live as Jews. More […]
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.
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!
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!
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 […]
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.
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!
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.
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 affords our children and their families the time and space to truly experience the joys of Shabbat. Nell Hirsch, our children’s music specialist, leads Tot […]
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!
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.
