News & Current Events
Man Plans, God Laughs: Having a Baby During a Pandemic
Aug 12, 2020by Stephanie Tankel
We had a very detailed plan. We had talked through a number of possibilities, having watched the global pandemic unfold in New York City. Nearly all the questions had answers: yes, my husband could still join me for our baby’s delivery in the hospital. No, visitors would not be allowed at all. Yes, the mohel was willing to entertain different options and would do what made us comfortable. No, we would not be inviting the whole community to the bris, as we had hoped to do and had done for our daughter’s naming.Read More ➔
Introducing: Ezra Jordan Abbott-Fischel
Aug 07, 2020by Rabbi Eliana Fischel
Dear Washington Hebrew Family, I am thrilled to announce that on Saturday, July 25, at 10:23 am, Eric and I welcomed our beautiful son, Ezra Jordan, to the world. Ezra is an adorable, alert, and active boy. He loves to kick and watch the world and is taking it all in.Read More ➔
Simchas and Celebrations - August 6, 2020
Aug 05, 2020by Washington Hebrew Congregation
Congratulations to our WHC members on their recent simchas and celebrations.Read More ➔
The Journey to Becoming B’nei Mitzvah
Aug 04, 2020by Washington Hebrew Congregation
August began with one of WHC's favorite traditions -- our Adult b'nei mitzvah service. This year, six individuals shared this right of passage during a virtual Zoom service with our clergy and their teacher, Gerdy Trachtman. Prior to the big day, each shared a few words about their journey:Read More ➔
