Mehalev
מהלב
Mehalev
"From the Heart"
The world stands on three things: on the Torah, on the service of God, and on acts of loving-kindness.
Mishnah Massekhet Avot 1:2
Congregation Ner Shalom is committed to supporting all of our members during their times of need. Helping and caring for one another is our obligation as Jews, we are responsible for one another, and the Torah commands us to perform deeds of loving kindness (g'milut chasadim).
No person is immune to suffering and hardship. At some point in all of our lives we face difficult situations that can be overwhelming both emotionally and physically. No one should face those times alone, as they have friends and family here at Ner Shalom.
We can only help people if we know about their needs. We rely 100% on our community here at Ner Shalom to keep us informed and alert us to situations in which people may be in need.
Please fill out the form below if you know someone in need of help, community or even just a prayer.
Interested In Volunteering?
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever does.
-Margaret Mead
Currently we are building this new Mehalev Committee. In order to succeed we need you as a Volunteer on our Committee. Other than volunteers, we are also currently looking for someone to head the committee, Their responsibility will be to organize volunteers to assist in manner befitting the need. Below are some of things we need help with but are not limited too:
- Call a homebound senior or sick individual before Shabbat.
- Drive someone to a doctor's appointment, Shabbat or High Holy Day Services
- Visit a patient in the hospital, nursing home, or their home.
- Provide meals for a family in need
- Support the Bereaved
- Smile, listen, and laugh with the sick and recovering!
Please fill out the form below and select the Mehalev Committee. If interested in chairing the committe or you have additional questions, comments or specific contact instructions please use the additional space provided for that. We will be in touch soon!
Mon, September 25 2023
10 Tishrei 5784
Upcoming Events
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Monday ,
SepSeptember 25 , 2023High Holidays 2023
Monday, Sep 25th 9:00a to 9:00p
Ner Shalom is gearing up for High Holy Days again! * We will require RSVPs for the Rosh HaShana Seder. More info will be available soon for registration and pricing. Masks are optional but encouraged when not eating together. We expect all who can be fully vaccinated to be. Doing so fulfills the mitzvah of pekuach nefesh (preserving life). * Here is the schedule: 9/9 Selichot @ 5:30 pm for a meditative Selichot Havdallah service, followed by a showing of the Wizard of Oz (you'll have to come to learn why this choice) 9/10 @ 2:00 pm Reverse Tashlich (Bull Run Occaquan Trail) 9/15 Rosh HaShanah Seder @ 6:00 pm 9/16 Traditional morning Rosh HaShana service @ 10:00 am (in the sanctuary), followed by a BYO picnic lunch outside on synagogue grounds 9/16 Tashlich @ 2 pm (Bull Run Marina) 9/24 Traditional Erev Yom Kippur/Kol Nidre service @ 7:30 pm 9/25 Traditional Yom Kippur morning service @ 9:00 am 9/25 Youth Kippur @ 12:00 pm 9/25 Rabbi's Study 1:30 pm (outdoors on synagogue grounds) 9/25 Traditional Yom Kippur Afternoon service @ 3:30 (in the sanctuary) 9/25 Yiskor and Neilah @ 4:45 pm (in the sanctuary) Break-fast following services, approximately 7:00 pm. -
Wednesday ,
SepSeptember 27 , 2023
Wednesday, Sep 27th 12:00p to 1:00p
We meet the last Wednesday of every month, now at our new time of noon! Always on Zoom. Reach out for more details. -
Friday ,
SepSeptember 29 , 2023
Friday, Sep 29th 6:00p to 8:30p
Join us at 6 pm for a community potluck in the Sukkah, followed by services starting at 7 pm, led by our Religious School! Please bring a vegetarian dish, or desserts, or beverages, to share. -
Sunday ,
OctOctober 1 , 2023
Sunday, Oct 1st 9:30a to 12:00p
Hebrew and Judaics for grades K-7th -
Sunday ,
OctOctober 1 , 2023
Sunday, Oct 1st 1:00p to 2:00p
Join us as we discuss Judaism's long relationship with governmental structures, money and power. We will start out using Rabbi Avi Strausberg's guided lesson from Project Zug by Hadar, and expand to discuss the URJ's view and the establishment of the Religious Action Center. -
Saturday ,
OctOctober 7 , 2023
Shabbat, Oct 7th 10:00a to 12:00p
Join us at 10 am for a combination brunch-Sukkot-Simchat Torah celebration. Includes Bagels, Mimosas, dancing, singing, and praying. -
Sunday ,
OctOctober 8 , 2023
Sunday, Oct 8th 11:00a to 12:00p
Join us as we discuss Judaism's long relationship with governmental structures, money and power. We will start out using Rabbi Avi Strausberg's guided lesson from Project Zug by Hadar, and expand to discuss the URJ's view and the establishment of the Religious Action Center. -
Friday ,
OctOctober 13 , 2023
Friday, Oct 13th 7:30p to 8:30p
Erev Shabbat Services most Friday nights at 7:30 in the sanctuary -
Sunday ,
OctOctober 15 , 2023
Sunday, Oct 15th 9:30a to 12:00p
Hebrew and Judaics for grades K-7th -
Sunday ,
OctOctober 15 , 2023
Sunday, Oct 15th 1:00p to 2:00p
Join us as we discuss Judaism's long relationship with governmental structures, money and power. We will start out using Rabbi Avi Strausberg's guided lesson from Project Zug by Hadar, and expand to discuss the URJ's view and the establishment of the Religious Action Center.
Ner Shalom in the News
- Washington Jewish Week - June 30, 2020
CNS Branded Masks Save Lives
- Prince WIlliam Living - September 20, 2019
Annual Patriot Day Shabbat
- Prince William Living - August 26, 2019
Learn About the Jewish High Holidays!
- Prince William Living - July 16, 2019
Synagogue in Summer
- Prince William Living - May 16, 2019
Seasons of Our Joy
- Prince William Living - March 20, 2019
- Learning About Jewish Traditions
- Building an Inclusive & Vibrant Community
- - Prince William Living - December 14, 2018
- The Future of the Community
- - Prince William Living - November 20, 2018
- Coming Together After a National Tragedy
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