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The Secular Humanistic Jewish Congregation of Greater Washington

MACHAR

An inclusive community that takes secular Jewish culture, learning, and social justice seriously.
An SHJ Community Since 1977

Welcome to Machar

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Welcome to Machar, a diverse Jewish community serving secular Jews, Humanists, and interfaith and mixed-heritage families in the DC metro area. Celebrate Jewish culture while remaining true to your beliefs! 

Community Sundays

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We have regular in-person gatherings with safety measures and protocols in place. We are also maintaining consistent and engaging online programming for those unable to attend in-person events.

Our Jewish Cultural School (JCS) and Adult Education sessions are on 24 Sundays starting September 8 thru May 5, 2025 at a location in Kensington, MD.

 

Membership

Brunch Picnic 7.10.2022

Registration for the 2024 - 2025 Membership and JCS Year is open!

Renewing Members please Click Here

New Members please Click Here

JCS Registration please Click Here

Spotlight

Jeremy-Kridel

Please check out Rabbi Jeremy Kridel’s YouTube channel for videos on timely topics and for recordings of many of our engaging and varied weekly programs.

Welcome to Machar

Kabbalat Shabbat
‎November 22, 2024 - Cancelled

Kabbalat Shabbat
‎December 13, 2024

Serving Brunch at Shepherd's Table with Beth Chai
November 23, 2024
9:00 am - 12:00 p.m.

Adult Education
BEING JEWISH ON CAMPUS POST OCTOBER
November 24, 2024
10:30 am - 12:00 p.m.

Welcome to Machar

 

Calendar 2024 -2025 Jewish Cultural School (JCS)

Adult Ed and Community Sunday Calendar

 

Click Here for Calendar