Bet Aviv warmly welcomes all individuals who identify with or have an interest in the Jewish faith to become part of our vibrant congregation. We offer a range of meaningful opportunities for spiritual growth, community engagement, and lifelong learning, including:

• Inspiring Shabbat and holiday services
• Uplifting High Holiday services
• Engaging adult education programs, as well as active participation in our Sisterhood, Men’s Club, and Social Action programs
• Pastoral counseling and support for life cycle events
• A variety of social gatherings to foster connection and friendship

Our membership dues are designed solely to sustain our congregation’s operations, ensuring that we continue to offer enriching programs and services. We believe that financial constraints should never be a barrier to belonging, and no one is turned away due to an inability to afford dues.

For more information about joining Bet Aviv, please reach out to us—we would love to welcome you into our community!

Dues Policies

Bet Aviv has two policies that relate to membership and dues:  the Associate Membership Policy and the Dues Policy.

Membership Handbook

Bet Aviv has written a Membership Handbook to summarize important points about Bet Aviv.  We encourage members to read it as it answers most of the questions you will have about Bet Aviv.  To read the Bet Aviv Handbook, please click here.

Membership Forms

For your convenience, we provide the membership application form in two formats.  If you have Microsoft Word, then click on the Word version to download the form and fill it out on-line.  Or if you prefer, print either the pdf or Word form, then fill it out by hand and mail it with your payment to our office.  Dues may also be paid online.

• New member application form (PDF)
• New member application form (Word)

Bet Aviv encourages all prospective members to review our website to get an initial sense for our values. One of the best ways to get to know us is by attending a Shabbat service. So that we can be prepared to welcome you, we ask that you contact Lori Kassoff, our membership chair to let her know you’re coming. Lori can answer any questions you might have.  Once you join, you’ll receive a Welcome Bag with goodies, music and information, that we think you’ll find useful, as well as your name tags, which we hope you will wear to future Shabbat services so that we can learn your name.

During the year Bet Aviv hosts two events specifically geared to new members.

New Member Shabbat

Once a year we highlight members who have joined within the previous year at our New Member Shabbat. New members participate in our service as candle lighters, readers and in the Torah service. It’s a warm tradition that Bet Aviv uses to make our new members feel welcome and part of our family.

New Member Reception

In the fall of each year, we invite our new members to come to a get together whose purpose is three-fold. First we want to impart information about Bet Aviv and answer any questions you might have. Second, it’s a chance for our leaders and Rabbi to get to know our new members. Last, but certainly not least, it’s a chance for our new members to get to know each other in an informal atmosphere. Our goal is to make you feel welcome and let you know the various ways that you can become involved at Bet Aviv.

Rediscover Community, Connection, and Meaning at Bet Aviv A Congregation Designed for You

At Bet Aviv, the focus is on you—your interests, your experiences, and your journey. As a vibrant, adult-centered congregation, we offer engaging programs that cater to the unique needs of our members. Our educational opportunities are tailored for adults, our social action initiatives empower members to make a real difference, and our worship services are thoughtfully crafted without Bar or Bat Mitzvah orientations. Together, we navigate life’s transitions—supporting one another through aging parents, retirement planning, and downsizing—while embracing this exciting new chapter of life.

Celebrate Shabbat in a Welcoming and Uplifting Atmosphere

Experience the peace and joy of Shabbat at Bet Aviv, where spiritual reflection and community connection come together. Under the guidance of our inspiring rabbi, Linda Joseph, and the uplifting voice of our cantor, Beth Rubens, our services are both meaningful and engaging. Feel the warmth of belonging as we sing, pray, and celebrate together at our Oneg Shabbats. Whether you’re single, part of a couple, or in an interfaith relationship, you’ll find a place to call home here.

Lifelong Learning for Curious Minds

Expand your Jewish knowledge through our dynamic and diverse educational programs. Delve into the history of Jewish liturgy, explore humor in Jewish literature, or embark on guided tours to places of Jewish significance. Each year, our Gene Klein Scholar-in-Residence program brings fresh insights and thought-provoking discussions. At Bet Aviv, there’s always something new to discover.

Make a Lasting Impact Through Volunteering

Your experience, wisdom, and passion can make a real difference. Whether it’s mentoring a child, supporting environmental efforts, helping the homeless, or lending your skills to administrative tasks, Bet Aviv provides countless opportunities to give back. Join community initiatives like Adopt-a-Road, Grassroots, and Our Daily Bread, a Baltimore’s Soup Kitchen—or rally a group to support a cause close to your heart.

Build Meaningful Friendships in a Warm, Engaging Community

Bet Aviv is more than a congregation—it’s a family. Our active social calendar offers something for everyone, from lively Men’s Club and Sisterhood gatherings to theater trips, anniversary celebrations, and thought-provoking discussions. Don’t miss our annual Passover Seder, a highlight of the year that brings members together in joy and tradition. At Bet Aviv, life is rich with new friendships, shared experiences, and opportunities to grow.
Come be a part of it!

This page summarizes what you need to know about joining Bet Aviv.