Congregation Etz Hayim is an intimate, inclusive Conservative Jewish congregation in Arlington, Virginia, serving the Washington, DC area. The congregation welcomes people of all backgrounds and emphasizes Jewish values, traditions, diversity, and freedom of expression. Its community life includes Shabbat participation for children and parents, opportunities for members and non-members to participate and lead, holiday celebrations such as Purim, Simchat Torah, and High Holiday services, and Minyan Tzair programming for 3rd-6th graders on select Saturdays during the academic year.