Get to Know Adat Shalom
Adat Shalom Reconstructionist Congregation in Bethesda, Maryland strives to be a progressive, participatory, diverse and inclusive synagogue community. We revere Torah and our evolving Jewish tradition, embrace meaningful innovation in all aspects of communal life, and heed our spiritual tradition’s call to care for creation and pursue justice and peace.
We are
Rooted in tradition – honoring timeless Jewish practices in prayer, learning, activism, and community across generations.
Spiritually dynamic – exploring deep meaning in our Jewish heritage and embracing the evolution of Jewish life today.
Inclusive and diverse – a welcoming space where people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences truly belong.
Driven by purpose – taking action for justice in our local communities and across the world.