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Welcome to Tifereth Israel!


Shalom and welcome to Tifereth Israel Congregation

A Conservative synagogue in Washington, DC

TI is a dynamic community where people with diverse backgrounds come together for worship and spirituality, learning and personal growth, social action, and support during difficult and happy times. Guided by the wisdom of Judaism and Jewish culture, TIers help each other to live a life of meaning and engagement.

We take pride in creating:

  • Joyful and moving prayer services, led by clergy and congregants
  • Opportunities for learning at every age, no matter what your starting point
  • A caring community that supports its members in need materially and spiritually
  • Ways for everyone to contribute their talents, energy and passion to the life of the community
  • Connections to the larger world that enrich all involved.

Whether you are passing through our nation’s capital or seeking a spiritual home, comfortable in your Jewish practice or uncertain where your encounters with Judaism will lead you, you are welcome at Tifereth Israel. Come join us us!

Services Hebrew Study Adult Education Activities

EARLY KABBALAT SHABBAT
Friday Evenings. Check the TI Calendar for times.
Gather for a songful service before sundown.
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KABBALAT SHABBAT
Fridays at 6:00 pm
Gather for a virtual pre-Shabbat shmooze at 5:45,
then bring in Shabbat with the community.
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SHABBAT MORNING SERVICES
Saturdays at 9:30 am
Our beautiful services include parts permissible without a minyan but include Mourner's Kaddish for those observing yahrzeitn.
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ZOOM-DALAH!
Saturdays after sundown, check calendar for times
Join TI's virtual neighborhood for a warm
 and welcoming service to bring in the new week.
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SUNDAY MORNING MINYAN
Sundays at 9:15 am
Lift your spiritual life by starting the week with this lay-led service. Each week Rabbi Werbow shares insights into prayers and approaching Holidays and festivals.
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  HEBREW STUDY

MISHNA WITH RABBI WERBOW
Saturdays at 8:45 am
Begin the morning with a dive into Masechet Rosh Hashanah. Accessible for all levels of learning and Hebrew skills, no prior attendance required.
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HEBREW FICTION GROUP
Mondays at 1:00 pm
Read and discuss modern Hebrew novels, preparing
several pages ahead of time for each session.
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INTERMEDIATE HEBREW/ BEGINNING TANACH
Thursdays at 10:30 am
The class is reading Bereishit, covering approximately
ten verses each week. Taught by Stephanie Rubin.
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TANACH HEBREW TEXT CLASS
Wednesdays at 11:00 am
Join Rabbi Werbow to study religious sources in the original Hebrew, starting with the Book of Jonah.
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  ADULT EDUCATION

THE TANAKH
Sundays, check TI calendar for dates and times
This Great Courses video lecture series will explore the content, nature, and meaning of the Tanakh – starting with Bereshit and ending with Apocalyptic Literature. 
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ZOOM IN ON EMUNAH
First Monday of every month at 8:00 pm
Join Education Director Rina Rebibo for a class for women that will explore questions of faith and our personal relationship with God.
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PARASHAT HASHAVUA CLASS
Mondays at 11:00 am
Discuss insights from the weekly Torah portion. Bring your questions and an open mind; no Hebrew skills necessary. 
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  ACTIVITIES

WEEKLY MEDITATION
Mondays & Wednesdays at 4:00 pm
Join Michele Sumka for an easy half-hour of meditation. Great for both experienced and new meditators.
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JOYOUS MOVEMENT & DANCE
Check TI Calendar for times and days of week 
Move to upbeat music – Jewish and secular; American, Israeli and more. No dance experience or coordination required!
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Tue, January 26 2021 13 Shevat 5781