Youth
Bonim
Bonim is the “gateway” to the start of all the Youth Department Programs. Designed for grades K through 2, the events always provide fun for everyone. All events are supervised by our Youth Director but the parents of the participants are always encouraged to join in on the fun and meet other parents! Typical events include field trips, Havdalah programs, and other social events designed to make the kids feel comfortable with their Har Shalom peers.
Machar Grades 3-5
The fun and friends continue in Machar for 3rd-5th graders. Machar programs are social, exciting, and full of friendship. It is the best way to help build your child's connection to Har Shalom and his/her peers. From trips to the bowling alley, to movies and Havdalah at Har Shalom, Machar is the place to be!
Kadima Grades 6-8
Our Kadimaniks participate in local and regional events. Regional events include Kadima Kallah and Kings Dominion Day, while local events could be a Tikkun Olam opportunity, or Havdalah, Bonfire & S'mores. Har Shalom is one chapter in the Seaboard region (MD, VA, NC, and WV). The participants make new friends while engaging in activities that incorporate a Jewish meaning. A hallmark Kadima activity is our Kadima Baseball team. The Kadima group is a great transition to our High School youth group, USY.
USY Grades 9-12
USY (United Synagogue Youth) is our high school youth group. USYers participate in activities such as Israeli cooking, bowling, and playing with puppies at Har Shalom. They also are part of the Seaboard Region (MD, VA, NC, and WV) which holds shabbatonim and conventions, Kings Dominion Day, and dances. The members make new friends while participating in activities that incorporate a Jewish meaning.
Travel coast to coast with other Jewish teens on this six and half week adventure. Along the way, you’ll meet the famous mouse at Disneyland, watch the sunrise over the Grand Canyon, and discover a rainbow of natural phenomena, from the California Redwoods to Yellowstone National Park to the vivid pink and orange hues of the Painted Desert.
Har Shalom Teens
This year we will be offering some exciting and new Har Shalom teen events. These events will offer educational and social opportunities for our entire teen community. If you're in high school, check out an event!
Youth Department Events
Sun, October 25 2020
7 Cheshvan 5781
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Virtual & In-Person Services
Shabbat Morning Services
Saturdays at 9:30 AM
Connect via Zoom, watch the Live Stream Here, or sign up to attend in-person.
Download Siddur Sim Shalom Here, and choose "Siddur Sim Shalom: Shabbat Morning."
Traditional Sunday Evening Minyan with David Marcus
Sundays at 7:30 PM
Prayers will be shared on the screen. Kaddish will be recited if there are 10 people on Zoom.
Connect via Zoom here.
Morning Minyan
8:00 AM, Monday – Friday; 9:00 AM, Sunday
Kaddish will be recited if there are 10 people on Zoom.
* Download Siddur Sim Shalom Here, and choose "Siddur Sim Shalom: Shaharit for Weekdays"
Connect via Zoom here.
Contemplative Practice Based On The Evening Service
7:30 PM, Monday – Thursday
Tune into Facebook Live on the Har Shalom Facebook Page OR Zoom.
Kaddish will be recited if there are 10 people on Zoom.
The Hazzan will lead us in chants, nigunim, and traditional melodies to guide us in prayerful connections and spiritual engagement.
Friday Evening Kabbalat Shabbat
6:30 PM, Friday
Bring your Siddur, use this one online, or just bring your soul and desire to connect virtually via Zoom.
We’ll provide the melodies and the ruach!
We are a connected community. Want to chat with current congregants? Send Carly an email and she will pair you up with someone!
