Who are we? Am Kolel is a welcoming and diverse Jewish Renewal community located in Montgomery County, Maryland and serving the Greater Washington, D.C. metro area. Am Kolel is devoted to the revitalization of the Jewish heritage and the Jewish community, seeking to discover and rediscover a Judaism that is spiritually and socially meaningful.
What do we offer 20s and 30s?Am Kolel offers a welcoming, intentional space for adults in their 20s, 30s, and 40s seeking meaningful Jewish connection beyond traditional institutions. We’re cultivating a vibrant intergenerational community rooted in mutual learning, shared ritual, and genuine connections, where people of all ages and experiences come together to build something meaningful. Am Kolel is also a community where justice, liberation, and solidarity are not just ideas but lived commitments. By coming together for protests, attending guest lectures, or joining together in song, we create a space where you can truly live your values. Whether you’re looking for a Jewish space to align your values with action, or simply connect through thoughtful, age-relevant programs and gatherings, Am Kolel is here for you. Come for the Shabbat dinners, engaging programming, and community learning; stay for the people and shared purpose.
For more information, visit our website, Facebook, and Instagram, or email Rabbi Miriam Hoffman.
