DC Minyan, Independent synagogue in Dupont Circle, Washington DC, United States.
DC Minyan is an independent synagogue in Washington DC where the community conducts traditional Jewish services with shared prayer leadership. Gatherings take place on alternating days of the week and use a mixed seating arrangement.
The synagogue started in 2002 at an informal location in Dupont Circle and grew so much that the community later moved to an established community center. This relocation marked a turning point as the group expanded from a small gathering to a larger organization.
The congregation practices traditional Jewish prayer customs while treating men and women as equals in leading services. This equal participation is visible in how the community organizes its worship and makes decisions together.
Services happen on Saturday mornings and Friday evenings, with varying frequency throughout the month. It helps to check the current schedule ahead of time since the gatherings follow a regular but not weekly pattern.
The community counts women and men equally toward the minyan, the minimum of ten people needed for a complete service. This was an uncommon approach when founded and sets this community apart from many traditional synagogues.
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