Kol Ami — The Northern Virginia Reconstructionist Community

About Us

Kol Ami: Northern Virginia’s Reconstructionist Community

Kol Ami is a proud affiliate of the Reconstructing Judaism movement and the only Reconstructionist congregation in Virginia. As the fourth branch of Judaism, Reconstructionism blends tradition with innovation, fostering spiritual growth through inclusivity, egalitarianism, and deep engagement. The movement has its own rabbinical seminary and over 100 affiliated congregations and havurot nationwide.

We are a growing, caring community of progressive Jews dedicated to sustaining Jewish life in an interactive, welcoming, and spiritually rich environment. We see God’s face in everyone: Jews by birth, Jews by choice, interfaith families; male, female, transgender, or non-binary; all races and ethnic backgrounds; single, married, divorced, separated, or partnered; straight, gay, lesbian, or bisexual; babies, seniors, and any age in between; fully-abled, disabled, or a person of differing abilities.

We come together in times of celebration and healing — for worship, deep conversation, learning, and mutual support — as we explore how Judaism can enrich our lives and strengthen our community.

We meet in Arlington, VA, and welcome everyone!

Learn more about the Reconstructionist movement on our Reconstructing Judaism page, or dive deeper by visiting the official Reconstructing Judaism website.

Stay Connected with Kol  Ami

At Kol Ami, we strive to keep our community connected through meaningful Shabbat worship and shared spiritual experiences. Whether attending in person or online, you can join our Friday evening and Saturday morning services, special-themed Shabbat, Tot Shabbat, or seasonal Havdalah gatherings all our welcome.

Stay up to date by signing up for our monthly Kol Ami newsletter, where you’ll receive announcements about upcoming services, worship resources, and special programs. You can also explore our calendar of services and events to see what’s coming up—everyone is welcome, and no membership is required.

Ready to deepen your connection? Contact us about participating in services, accessing Shabbat learning resources, or becoming a member of Kol Ami.

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