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Facing The Rise in Antisemitism
As you may have seen, heard, or felt, antisemitism has spiked again in this last month, as has Islamophobia and anti-Arab racism. Ner Shalom is here for any support we can provide, and in the case of housing or employment discrimination, please know that the Prince William County Human Rights Commission is also here for you.
Welcome To Ner Shalom
We invite you to join us, as you are able. The Light of Peace is an intentionally welcoming and kind congregation.
COMMUNITY INVITATION: We have always provided a variety of options to accommodate attendance at services, in adult and youth religious education, and community events on our beautiful campus. Our programs include not only weekly shabbat services and Jewish Holidays, but also an amazing outdoor preschool for our community, social clubs and discussion groups. We livestream our services for those who cannot attend due to health, distance, or other circumstance. We invite those who are healthy and fully vaccinated to join us in person as minyan in our traditional and non-traditional Shabbat services. We welcome visitors, and only ask that you register your presence and connection to CNS if you are new.
#GivingTuesday - November 28th, 2023
Giving Tuesday is All About Making Our Space Accessible for Everyone! Check out the video!
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We are The Light of Peace.
Congregation Ner Shalom’s purpose for the world is to repair the tears of the world (Tikkun Olam) by promoting Jewish and interfaith relations and advocacy for justice.
Congregation Ner Shalom’s purpose for the community is to create a spiritual home and family that welcomes people of various backgrounds, to advocate for justice, and to embrace interfaith collaboration.
Congregation Ner Shalom’s purpose for the individual is to support their home and family, to inculcate education and social awareness, and to practice and enrich their faith.
We host programs and activities for members of all ages.
We are dedicated to preserving the traditions of the past, and pledged to serving the spiritual, cultural, educational and social needs of our congregation and the community in the present.
We are committed to providing innovative and progressive ideas to meet the challenges of the future.
We are a diverse congregation, intentionally reaching out to all people and making a conscious effort to make everyone feel comfortable and welcome.
We welcome everyone who is interested in participating in the lively, vibrant world of Reform Judaism.
Judaism stresses community. Ner Shalom is your Jewish community, as well as your extended family in Prince William County, Virginia.
We STRIVE to build a community based on inclusiveness, where everyone is welcome, regardless of race, age, ability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, a Jew by birth or by choice, as well as those who are seeking religious identity, learning and experiences, life cycle rituals, and spiritual guidance.
Joining Ner Shalom as a Member.
If you wish to be considered for membership at CNS, please use the NEW Membership Application form found on the website or call our offices for guidance. Members who are renewing should use the 2023 -2024 Membership Renewal Form.
HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS: Although the specter of global pandemic has receded, at Ner Shalom we are respectful of the needs of the most vulnerable in our community. We have air filters for our building and use outdoor spaces when practical. For the health and safety of all, we expect all who wish to share space with others to be fully vaccinated (with up to date boosters and Flu shots), to maintain social distance or wear masks when guided to do so, be particularly mindful of the need to care for others, and wash hands regularly as a precaution. Doing so fulfills the mitzvah of pekuach nefesh (preserving life).
May the Holy One keep us all safe, healthy, and united as a community.
Tue, November 28 2023
15 Kislev 5784
Upcoming Events
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Tuesday ,
NovNovember 28 , 2023#GivingTuesday Boardwalk Crew Signups
Tuesday, Nov 28th (All day)
Join the effort to build accessibility paths on campus. You can register here to help build the boardwalk! -
Friday ,
DecDecember 1 , 2023
Friday, Dec 1st 6:30p to 8:00p
Usher in Shabbat with joy and community fun! On the first Friday of the month, when we don't have services, bring a covered dish for a potluck dinner, along with games, conversation, and music. -
Saturday ,
DecDecember 2 , 2023
Shabbat, Dec 2nd 10:00a to 11:00a
Monthly Shabbat morning service -
Sunday ,
DecDecember 3 , 2023
Sunday, Dec 3rd 9:30a to 12:00p
Hebrew and Judaics for grades K-7th -
Sunday ,
DecDecember 3 , 2023
Sunday, Dec 3rd 11:00a to 2:00p
Peddle your crafts and wares, and do some of your own holiday shopping! Go to this link to secure a vendor table: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc19UrorAej0WECCem7ydO0fQeZMnZhoVixDxCxvWYYdaNJrA/viewform Or just show up on December 3rd anytime between 11 and 2 to shop! -
Friday ,
DecDecember 8 , 2023
Friday, Dec 8th 6:30p to 9:00p
A new way to celebrate an old holiday! We will still eat latkes and light candles and sing songs, but there will also be storytelling and conversation, all done around tables piled with food, drinks, and fun! -
Sunday ,
DecDecember 10 , 2023
Sunday, Dec 10th 9:30a to 12:00p
Hebrew and Judaics for grades K-7th -
Friday ,
DecDecember 15 , 2023
Friday, Dec 15th 7:00p to 8:30p
Our 7th annual Youth-led Shabbat with a focus on Human Rights themes -
Sunday ,
DecDecember 17 , 2023
Sunday, Dec 17th 9:30a to 12:00p
Hebrew and Judaics for grades K-7th -
Friday ,
DecDecember 22 , 2023
Friday, Dec 22nd 7:30p to 8:30p
Erev Shabbat Services most Friday nights at 7:30 in the sanctuary
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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