Temple grows to 365 families.

Temple Rodef Shalom dedicates its library. Ruth Checknoff is elected the first woman President of Temple Rodef Shalom. Religious School enrollment exceeds 400 students. Camp Rodef Shalom is organized under the supervision of Joanne Fields. Two years later in 1978, Flo Frey will begin as Camp Director and continue until 1986. The first 6 Havurot […]

One year after its dedication, 19 rifle shots shatter the front windows of the building. Thirty days later on Thanksgiving, more shotgun blasts will damage the remaining window, light fixtures and pillars. Churches and other civic groups will pledge support and the Catholic University Players will give a benefit performance to help raise money to […]

Judy Seiff, a child development teacher in the Arlington County school system, agrees to develop a nursery school program. The school opens in September with 1 staff member and 15 students.

Congregation approves a new approach to membership, the Fair Share/Self-Assessment Dues Plan, by which member families set their own dues based on their ability to contribute so that the Temple remains open to all.