Staff
Staff
B’nai Tzedek's talented professional staff bring warmth to our congregational family. We look forward to getting to know you, please feel free to contact us.
Carrie Hirshfield has been with B’nai Tzedek since June 2011 as the Controller/Accountant. She has more than 25 years of experience in the accounting field since graduating from the University of Rhode Island. Previously she was the Director of Financial Reporting at the Public Broadcasting Service. Carrie currently resides in Rockville with her two boys, Mason and Kaden.

Sylvia joined B’nai Tzedek in August of 2021. She holds an undergraduate degree in elementary education, which she has used to focus mainly in the non-profit world. She brings her non-profit and business experience to this role with the goal of ensuring a great experience for the congregants of B’nai Tzedek. Sylvia enjoys spending time with her family, traveling & being outdoors.

Lesley Levin serves as the Director of Programming and Engagement for Congregation B’nai Tzedek. An alumni of the Melton Center for Jewish Studies at The Ohio State University, Lesley’s passion for community began at Camps Airy and Louise and continued through her positions at Temple Judea of Palm Beach Gardens, Palm Beach County Jewish Federation, BBYO, UMBC Hillel, and Temple Micah. Lesley looks forward to building connections with CBT congregants and discussing her love of the Nationals, musicals, and the perfect challah recipe.
Abigail comes to B'nai Tzedek with a background in administrative support. She grew up in the area and just moved back after 25 years abroad in Europe and Israel. Her niche is working in non-profits, and she brings extensive experience, in particular as it relates to Israel and international Jewry. For now, she is experiencing a very different pace of life and adjusting to life in America and in English! In her spare time, she enjoys reading and listening to all kinds of music.

Greenzaid Early Childhood Center

Many of you know Jane as the lead teacher for the Two’s Classroom at the GECC for 10 years, working closely with students, families and staff. She has also served as a new teacher mentor and has led parent workshops for behavioral and developmental issues. She was instrumental in creating the GECC Toddlers’ Program and has taught art enrichment. Jane holds an undergraduate degree in Art History and Studio Art and a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education with a focus on Special Education. Jane was a Special Educator with Montgomery County Infants and Toddlers Program. Additionally, she served as president of The Service Guild of Washington, a charitable organization, raising funds and awareness for several local children’s and Jewish organizations. Jane lives in Potomac with her husband, and has three sons, all of whom are GECC graduates.
Marisa Marcus joined B'nai Tzedek in July 2015. She grew up in Maryland, graduating from Churchill High School. After graduating from Washington University in St. Louis, she returned to the area. She currently lives in Rockville with her husband and two children.
Rabovsky Religious School
Rani is a career Jewish Communal Professional who has spent 30 years working with all ages of Jewish youth, with her tenure at B’nai Tzedek starting in 2005. She grew up in Washington State and graduated from the University of Maryland. Some of her best Jewish memories and education came from amazing Jewish youth group and Hillel experiences which have been the inspiration for her programming throughout the years. Her other interests include spending time and traveling with her family, live musical theater, and the Terps.


Rachel Levine-Hyman and Rani Schlenoff serve jointly as the Upper School Coordinators. They have been at B’nai Tzedek for 20 years+ in positions in both youth and education. Though they’ve taught in Upper Schools in several congregations together, they remain passionate about the importance of Jewish community and continuing Jewish education at B’nai Tzedek. Rachel and Rani are both dedicated Jewish communal professionals who look forward to welcoming your teens to make wonderful memories on Wednesday evenings!
Micah Jarvis, Religious School Administrative Assistant
mjarvis@cbtpotomac.org Ext. 331
Micah joined B’nai Tzedek full-time in July 2022 as a Religious School Administrative Assistant. She previously worked part time in the Rabovsky Religious School and ran live streams of Shabbat services for B’nai Tzedek during the 2021-2022 school year. Micah has a bachelor’s degree from Appalachian State University in North Carolina and brings over 6 years of office administrative experience to the religious school.
Sat, April 26 2025
28 Nisan 5785
Today's Sefirah Count Is 13
היום שלשה עשר יום שהם שבוע אחד וששה ימים לעמר |
Today's Calendar
Shabbat Mevarchim |
Shabbat Morning Service : 9:30am |
Bar Mitzvah of Ben Oppenheim : 9:30am |
Upcoming Programs & Events
Apr 26 Bar Mitzvah of Ben Oppenheim Shabbat, Apr 26 9:30am |
Apr 27 Jewish Theology & Philosophy Study with Rabbi Bayar Sunday, Apr 27 9:30am |
Apr 27 B'nai Boomers Glenstone Museum Tour and Lunch Sunday, Apr 27 11:00am |
Apr 27 An Evening with Major Harel Shlomo Sunday, Apr 27 6:30pm |
Apr 28 Weekly Halakhah Study with Rabbi Bayar Monday, Apr 28 7:30pm |
This week's Torah portion is Parshat Shmini
Candle Lighting
Shabbat, Apr 26, 7:39pm |
Shabbat Mevarchim
Shabbat, Apr 26 |
Mazel Tov Us!
Supporting B'nai Tzedek
B'nai Tzedek provides a vast array of programs designed to enlighten, stimulate, and educate. We are challenged to explore our Judaism, history, customs, and our relationship with the people of Israel. Your support allows us to maintain memberships and educational opportunities for those who might not otherwise afford it.
Contact Us
Congregation B'nai Tzedek
10621 South Glen Road
Potomac, Maryland 20854
(301) 299-0225
Steven Bayar, Senior Rabbi
Marshall Kapell, Cantor
Stuart Weinblatt, Rabbi Emeritus
Sylvia Mace, Executive Director
Upcoming Events
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AprApril 26 , 2025
Shabbat, Apr 26th 9:30a
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AprApril 27 , 2025
Sunday, Apr 27th 9:30a to 10:30a
Every Sunday Beginning September 15th 9:30 am in the Gage Board Room Introduction to Jewish Theology and Philosophy: We will explore the theological and philosophical approaches to theodicy (why does evil exist), Holocaust, Community, Messianism and Jewish history. NOTE: • Sept. 29: No Class • Oct. 20: Class will end at 10:15 am -
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AprApril 27 , 2025
Sunday, Apr 27th 11:00a to 1:00p
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