We hold High Holy Day Services on the morning of Rosh Hashanah and the evening (Kol Nidre) and morning of Yom Kippur. We also hold Family Services immediately preceding the two morning services. All are welcome, regardless of membership.
As an independent humanist congregation, we have created our own, unique service books, drawing from both traditional and modern sources. Our services are primarily in English, but we do have portions in Hebrew (with transliteration and translation). You are welcome to peruse our service books by clicking here.
In addition to our rabbi’s sermon, there is a talk given at each service by a member of our congregation, often on a matter of topical interest. Texts of some past sermons and talks can be found by clicking here.
Admission to our High Holy Day services is free to members. Non-members are welcome to purchase tickets for our High Holy Day services for $60 per service per adult. Non-member tickets for our Family Services (held on the mornings of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur) may be purchased for $60 per service per family. Admission to the Family Service is free of charge for families or adults holding tickets to the regular service. If you would like to attend a service, please complete the High Holy Day Services form (coming shortly) and send it in with your check payable to Beth Chai. Our address is:
Beth Chai c/o River Road Unitarian Universalist Congregation
6301 River Road
Bethesda, Maryland 20817
Your ticket(s) will be held for you for pickup at the door prior to the service.
Tickets can also be purchased at the door.
If you have questions, please leave us a message at 301-229-7400. If after attending services you decide to join our congregation, the cost of your tickets will be deducted from your dues.