Shaar Simcha is a warm, growing kehila in Silver Spring, MD, where every Yid is welcomed with an open, joyful embrace.
What we're built on
Three pillars hold up everything we do - and every one of them is an open invitation.
Davening with heart and soul
Vibrant Tefilah
Soulful Kabbalas Shabbos, pre-Shabbos To'ameha, a growing Shabbos morning minyan, and additional minyanim throughout the week.
Learning that reaches inward
Pnimiyus HaTorah
Shiurim and learning across sifrei chassidus and machshava, with guidance from local and visiting mashpi'im. Expanding shiurim - including shiurim for women - farbrengens, Rosh Chodesh seudahs
A kehila, not a crowd
Close Friendships
Social events with a ta'am: music events, concerts, and kumsitzes that turn neighbors into friends.
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Davening times
Toameha
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Mincha and Kabbolas Shabbos
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Candle Lighting
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Shabbos Shacharis
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Upcoming Events
- Sunday, October 11, 8:30 AM
Special Shacharis for Rosh Chodesh
In honor of Rosh Chodesh MarCheshvan.
Keep in touch
Join the WhatsApp group for davening times, classes, events, and kehila updates.
Help keep the gate open
Every gift keeps the minyanim going, the shiurim growing, and the door open to every Yid who walks in. Thank you for being part of Shaar Simcha.