Beth El Hebrew Congregation (Alexandria, Va.)

Beth El Hebrew Congregation is a synagogue located in Alexandria, Virginia. It is oldest congregation in the NOVA region still active, Beth El was established on September 4, 1859.[2] Beth El is an egalitarian synagogue providing worship in the Reform tradition and is a founding member of URJ.[3] Beth El's mission is to provide a safe, supportive environment that allows all individuals to continue their spiritual journeys through exploration, education, and participation.[3] Beth El is dedicated to bringing wholeness and healing to members of the congregation and the community as a whole.[3] The congregation was established by approximately forty Jewish families living in Alexandria, Virginia, on September 4, 1859.[2] The congregation went by the name Beth El Hebrew Congregation or the alternative name of Hebrew Congregation of Alexandria.