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Welcome to DC Minyan!
DC Minyan is a traditional egalitarian Jewish community located in Dupont Circle, in the heart of our nation’s capital. We seek to create an environment that will welcome, enrich, and challenge people of all ages, from all backgrounds, and with all levels of familiarity with Jewish texts and ritual. Our hope is that this young community will provide an inviting space for the members of the DC community to share their ideas, their aspirations, and their prayers. As a lay-led community, the Minyan derives its strength and its warmth from you.
On this website, you can find information about our events, how to get more involved, and more! To get more information, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions, please email info@dcminyan.org. We look forward to hearing from you!
Weekly Announcements - January 12, 2022
COMMUNITY Support
If you or someone you know is in need of help (meals, groceries, a phone call, a streaming platform login, etc) due to being exposed to or testing positive for COVID, we are here to help. Also, if you would like to join the mitzvah list, and receive community requests when help is needed, please also reach out. Email the Mitzvah List at mitzvah@dcminyan.org.
Shabbat Services
KABBALAT SHABBAT - 1/14 at 6:00 pm
Register here for Kabbalat Shabbat services on Friday, January 14 at 6:00 pm. Based on survey responses, this service will be held indoors. Masks are required inside at all times. KN95 or N95 masks are strongly encouraged. There will be no snacks served after services.
SHABBAT MORNING SERVICES - 1/22 at 9:15 am
Register here for Shabbat Morning Services on Saturday, January 22 at 9:15 am. Location of services will be determined by responses on the registration form.
Kiddush is sponsored by Ariella Slovin and Daniel Shore in celebration of the newest member of their family, Lior Zamir, born on December 14, 2021. They are excited to bring him into the DC Minyan community, and can't wait for him to meet you (and vice-versa)!
Only those who have registered and received a confirmation email may attend services. Registration is required by our venue due to capacity limits and for contact tracing purposes. Registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis. All attendees eligible for boosters must be boosted, and all children 5 and over must be fully vaccinated (that’s two weeks post second shot). Masks are required inside for everyone except when eating or drinking at kiddush. Masks are not required outside for those who are fully vaccinated. Masks remain required at all times for non-fully vaccinated children above age 2 except when eating or drinking.
AFGHAN REFUGEE SUPPORT SURVEY - Final Call
In order to move forward with refugee resettlement efforts, we need to get a better sense of what we can commit to as a community. Please fill out this quick survey by THIS Sunday, January 16 so we can better understand what we are able to offer. If you have any questions, please email socialaction@dcminyan.org.
DC Minyan's 20th Anniversary Celebration - New Date
Due to concerns over Omicron, DC Minyan has tentatively rescheduled its 20th Anniversary Kickoff Weekend to the weekend of March 25–27. Assuming there will be no more surprises, we plan to open registration in mid-February. If you want to get involved in making this Shabbaton a reality, please email 20years@dcminyan.org.
Mon, January 17 2022
15 Shevat 5782
This week's Torah portion is Parshat Yitro
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Today's Calendar
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Upcoming Programs & Events
Jan 22 Shabbat Morning Davening Shabbat, Jan 22 9:15am |
Jan 28 Kabbalat Shabbat Davening Friday, Jan 28 6:00pm |
Feb 5 Shabbat Morning Davening Shabbat, Feb 5 9:15am |
Feb 11 Kabbalat Shabbat Davening Friday, Feb 11 6:00pm |
Feb 18 Board Games and Shabbat Oneg Friday, Feb 18 8:00pm |
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Mitzvah List
The Mitzvah Volunteer List is there when community members need a little extra support, whether it's an illness, a new baby, or some other event. To join the team, or to let them know that you or a friend needs help, email mitzvah@dcminyan.org.
Vaccination Policy
DC Minyan requires all eligible individuals age 5 and up to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to attend all events and services. See here for full details.
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Volunteer
As part of our continuing effort to maintain a strong and vibrant lay led community, we encourage our members to sign up to volunteer this coming year in some capacity, including volunteering to host new members and other hospitality guests, greeting on Shabbat, planning or volunteering at one of our events during the year, davening, leyning, or setting up/cleaning up Kiddush. Click to learn about volunteer opportunities.