This is a small but growing Muslim community in Leesburg, VA. There is a barn on the property that…read morewas renovated into a masjid that can probably hold 200 people. They offer five daily prayers and have weekly gatherings. They also try to offer monthly events. I've been in this community for almost two years and I love it. Important note regarding Salatul Jummah. It is done at the Clarion Inn hotel in Leesburg. They do not pray at the masjid for Salatul Jummah. This is most likely due to parking and bathroom facilities. The masjid currently only has one bathroom and two sinks in the wudhu area. It is in the house next to the masjid. So come with wudhu to make it easy. They have plans to build a permanent masjid on the location as the land is very big and they own it.

Feels a bit awkward reviewing a place of worship, but this is so much more. It's a gathering place,…read morea welcome center, and a community center in addition to that! I came here to celebrate Ramadan as a non observer, and everyone was very friendly to me! They also have an awesome convenience store with Turkish goods as well as a store for Islamic related items including books for nonbelievers but those interested in learning more about the faith The campus is absolutely gorgeous, and I wouldn't be surprised if they had weddings and photoshoots here. All in all I think it's pretty cool that this towering masjid is straight up in the middle of suburban Maryland, and I think this is a great place to learn about islam, and find other members of faith in the DMV area!

I love whenever I get to see this place because a lot of people come and there all nice people and…read moreit's always clean and I can make tea

April, 2025. My husband and I visited the ISKCON (International Society for Krishna Consciousness)…read moretemple for the wedding of a Hindu friend and his new bride. The temple is set on a beautiful forested 12-acre tract in a suburb of Washington, DC. While most of the guests had links to Nepal, and spoke Newari and Nepali languages, the Hindu priest regularly took the time to explain, in English, what he was doing in the marriage rituals and their significance, before returning to the actual prayers in Sanskrit. The atmosphere was very festive, with a "stage" beautifully decorated with abundant flowers, and women all decked out in bright (especially red) saris and men wearing traditional vests and topi hats. While the ceremony was going on, guests were encouraged to visit the adjacent room for hearty "snacks" and mango lassis; there was a full vegetarian buffet for guests after the couple were declared husband and wife. It was a special day. After returning home (two hours away), I realized that I didn't know much about the temple, so I visited their website. ISKCON is dedicated to the practice of Krishna Consciousness, also known as Bhakti Yoga. It's monotheistic, with the belief that there is a single source of all life, Krishna. Values include equal vision, without cruelty, humility, choice, nurturing right choices, and affection. It is also referred to as the Hare Krishna Temple of Washington, DC. The temple is very welcoming to all (including non-Hindus) and offers an Open House on Sundays from 12-3. Guests are welcome to come for an hour or a day. They offer a meditation workshop, discussion groups, Kirtan (chanting), and a free vegetarian lunch (prasadam). We didn't know what was going on, but we were actually leaving the wedding at the same time that the lunch was going on. There were outdoor tents set up, and dozens of people enjoying their buffet lunches.

So I would rate my experience good, but I am going to balance it with my sister's perspective…read more Apparently, my sister was suppose to have a blessing ceremony done back when the pandemic hit. In fact, she had scheduled it before the pandemic and the pandemic caused all the states to shutdown a week before she was to do this. On the backend, there was a lot of slighting she felt this temple did or the priest. The priest had withheld funds and put it as a donation instead of just giving it back because a service was never given. Fast forward to a few days ago and he came through. Well, according to my perspective, had I not known about the backend of all this; I would state that he DEFINITELY came through. The blessing ceremony was first described to us in English and then in Sanskrit (which is necessary for the ceremony). Now days, I feel like any priest has to be able to be fluent in both English and Sanskrit as newer generations are never really taught Native Indian languages or meanings of Sanskrit. I also liked the fact that he offered us all coffee and water before performing the ceremony. It is almost like an Americanized...hey...have beer...kind of relationship. Just good etiquette. The crazy part was it was decaf! Man...there are hotels I am still after (Drury Inn...cough cough) who give beverages, but most options are caffeinated. He also stated that all beverages, soft drinks, the temple serves is also decaffeinated. I found that great. The food that was made in temple and offered was also delicious. Mutter paneer and cholay were great. They also like and adopted cats...there is a big grey one named Govinda. How cool is that?

this is my favorite temple at home! the priests are friendly, and the food is tasty. came here on…read morenew years day so it was pretty busy, but the crowd management was good. thank you to all of the temple volunteers!

I spoke with a Telugu priest! He was extremely knowledgeable and helpful…read more Thanks so much

The largest masjid in the area. Has a very large community center. Provides all services that a…read moremuslim family might need.

This is one great place. We recently moved to the area and joined…read more You'll find it very welcoming, full of interesting people, and great ministry going on. Check it out.

Truly a House of Friends. A warm Reform synagogue that welcomes worshippers & learners of all ages…read moreand backgrounds. Special programs include Jammin' Shabbat, Tot Shabbat, Community Seder, and High Holiday services.

St Thomas has been my church family for the past 15 years. There are many Episcopal Churches here…read morein Northern Va but I chose St Thomas because it is small, you can get to know everyone in the congregation, and it is very warm and friendly. We just hired a new associate rector this year who is young and full of energy and gearing is up to welcome young families. If you have children this is the place to be, complete with a special afternoon service once a month. But we are also multigenerational with many opportunities to get together socially as well as to serve our community, and to reach out to parishioners who may have special needs. We are "multilocated" meaning that you can attend church on Sunday in person OR on zoom, and it is interactive. We have parishoners from as far away as the UK and Canada! Fran Gardner-Smith is our Rector, she is an awesome pastoral presence and, being highly respected in the diocese, attracts a talented staff and also seminarians/deacons in training. We represent a broad spectrum of political views, and in doing so we live out our Baptismal vows to respect the dignity of every human being. Come check us out!

A welcoming church community! Family friendly with a meaningful outreach program addressing local…read moreand international concerns. I appreciate the hybrid, virtual, and family services offered. Rev Fran, Rev Will and staff are phenomenal! Come and see!