Such an amazing synagogue!!! They are so welcoming and friendly. I have been very happy with my…read moreexperience with the temple so far. Love Rabbi Weiss!!

Not being from the area, I came across Temple Isaiah while searching for nearby Temple to observe…read morefor the high holidays. The Rabbi, Congregation and Service(s) were all extremely enjoyable; happy I chose to attend here.

We went through a really rough patch when my wife was pregnant with our third kid. She was…read moredangerously sick with chest pains and worse that kept us bouncing from specialist to specialist, trying to tease out exactly what was wrong. I was doing my best trying to be there for her and our two girls and keep up with work as the sole breadwinner (fortunately, I work from home), and our household was kind of falling apart. I shared some of what was going on to friends at Oseh's religious school, where my oldest daughter was a student. About a day later, they had organized a Meal Train for us of fellow members who came almost daily for two weeks to bring healthy meals and help share the chores and childcare. I can't express how much that meant to us. It gave us enough breathing room to figure out the issue at last and turn things around; a few months later, our son was born happy and healthy! I'd been happy to be a member at Oseh Shalom before, but that experience really transformed the way I saw the synagogue and the people in it. This is a valuable place to be a part of through highs and lows in life alike, full of caring, multitalented people. I'm delighted that my kids will be growing up here the way my wife did.

This synagogue is exactly what we were hoping for. Oseh welcomes all; traditional Jewish families,…read moreintermarried families, mixed race and LGBT families. Oseh's religious school has done a great job accommodating student special needs without any stigma whatsoever. Some of our favorite things about Oseh: the people, the focus on Tikkun Olam through the Winter Shelter, the relationship with Elizabeth House and the Laurel Area Shelter and Food Bank, Teen Connect activities, religious school electives like cooking and Israeli Dance. One student even raised money and sought volunteers to build our own Gaga pit. It's wonderful at Oseh!

My first visit was with a group from the NVJCC. There was a group of 55 plus dancers performing…read more They were energetic and fun to watch. Afterwards a lovely free lunch of deli was served with chips, coleslaw, drinks, and desert. The people were very friendly. The 2nd time was last Sunday to view the movie 'It's All About Friends'. The organization ARC came to discuss the film and how their organization provides support and contacts to families who may know someone with special needs. It was a charming, funny and touching program, thanks.

Back in 2016, we were looking for a synagogue to join. We visited Beth El and fell in love with the…read morewarmth of his congregants. Four years have passed and we feel we did the right choice.

​​​​As a 20-something, I have gotten used to being the youngest adult in a synagogue by at least…read more15-20 years, so I was absolutely thrilled to find a vibrant, active Conservative congregation with a large, engaged, and welcoming cohort of young professionals. There are tons of ways to get involved spiritually and/or socially, the rabbis give thoughtful d'varim and are active in the larger Northern Virginia Jewish community, the we​​ekly kiddush lunch is almost always delicious, and the building (particularly the sanctuary) is beautiful. I can't say enough great things about this warm community.

My son was had his Bar Mitzvah at Temple Solel. It was a great experience for our entire family,…read moreand special for my son,. Who is now in his 40's. The Rabbi at that time was exceptional. Unfortunately, he left and went I believe to a synagogue in N.Y. My husband was in the military at that time, and we transferred overseas. We are retired now, living in Dunkirk, MD. And would very much like to return on a Friday night again. Thankyou, Linda Steinberg

Low pressure, family friendly, not too formal but a respectful and gracious congregation. Many…read morediverse activities in a diverse Jewish (and non-Jewish) Temple Community. You can dive in and lead or slowly integrate at a contribution/commitment level that suits your family.

I have belonged to Temple B'nai Shalom since its inception in 1986. Never have I met a more…read morewelcoming group of Jews. EVERYONE is accepted with open arms. There is very little gossip and almost no cliques. It is the kind of synagogue I didn't think existed. Although there is, of course, a concentration of programs to educate the young, it is not a pediatric congregation. There is much for adults and seniors as well. The only criticism I have is that the entire Reform movement has leaned too far into the traditional for my taste. I liked my religion in English and with a minimum of chanting. The Union of Reform Judaism has, over the past 20 years, leaned in the other direction, so Classical Reform hardly exists any longer. This is my personal taste and does nothing to diminish B'nai Shalom as a congregation. B'nai Shalom supports the food bank at Lorton Community Action Center all year. This is done with enthusiasm, generosity, and wholeheartedness.

Our family has been members of this outstanding Reform Jewish congregation for many years. You…read morecouldn't find a more active, welcoming, and spiritual synagogue anywhere.

When I was looking for a new place of worship, I first looked for one within my zip code. We joined…read moreback in early 2000 and I am so thankful we did. I am not super religious as I grew up in a reform Synagogues however, I took a Hebrew class that the Rabbi's wife lead and soon I was participating in Services. I had led a Friday night Service, led a morning Shabbat Service and I am a regular Torah lifter (Hagbah). I am so happy that Congratulation Adat Reyim is a Welcoming, Inclusion and allows members to participate in all aspects of Services regardless of religious level or Hebrew knowledge. The saying "We are a community of Friends." Is true to the core.

From the owner: Congregation Adat Reyim, is a welcoming, caring congregation in wooded Fairfax County, Virginia, a…read moreshort drive from Washington, D.C. From our name -- which means a "community of friends "-- to our inclusive approach to Judaism, this is a place you can feel at home. Our independent congregation draws on the richness of Jewish tradition and respects the many ways our diverse community members connect to each other and the Divine. Join us on a Friday night, and you will be personally welcomed. Come on Saturday morning, and you will be offered an honor and invited to lunch. Bring the kids to our religious school, our preschool, a Shabbat Family Jam, a Family & Friends Service, or any service - and they will be part of our family. Enjoy a pot-luck dinner or Adult Education program and share your ideas and perspectives; we will listen. We are committed to social action to support our broader community and our world. Whether you enjoy the traditional harmonies of a choir, or the ruach of our Spirit of Shabbat service with guitars and more, or a moving string quartet sharing Kol Nidre, there is music to inspire you. We are small enough to know each other and large enough to be a thriving community! Get to know us so we can get to know you.

Welcoming community, excellent preschool and summer camp. Many opportunities for personal growth…read moreand community involvement. The clergy and staff are wonderful.

I spent a great deal of time at Temple Rodef Shalom Nursery School. I worked as an aide for one of…read morethe children enrolled, so I was not employed by TRSNS but spent several days there a week observing staff and their preschool program. I was continually impressed with the professional and caring teachers, who have great approaches towards educating children. TRSNS focuses on exploratory learning, creative play, kindness to others, and respect for others and the environment. Many of the children are not Jewish- this is a great preschool for anyone!

We have been members for over 3 years now and since day one, have always felt welcome in Shaare…read moreTorah. I recall on our first Shabbat how we were welcomed warmly before we ever got into the sanctuary and it gave us a sense of warmth and acceptance that has only grown since. We now have a new, vibrant, energetic young rabbi who is inspirational and conversational. He wants to know who you are so he can be the spiritual leader you need him to be for "you" as well as for the rest of the community. You will always feel safe and never alone in this synagogue from a security as well as a "family" point of view. Whether you become a member or not is up to you. This synagogue will embrace you whenever you are ready because you will always feel safe be special when you are in that building. Reach out and you will not be disappointed.

We love Shaare Torah! We've been members for about 2 years. Our daughter is in religious school and…read morewe've been very happy with their dedication to high quality Jewish education. We love Rabbis Annie and Yosef. They bring a fun, youthful, but enriching presence to services. This is such a gem and we really recommend it to anyone looking for a welcoming, vibrant Conservative shul.