Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
JTS Fall Series: Six Days Shall You Labor MONDAY, NOV 22ND 1:00P Many of us spend more time at work than anywhere else over the course of our lives—but are we defined by what we do? Join JTS Online for Six Days Shall You Labor: Perspectives on Work in Jewish Texts. MORE INFO
Wisdom of Torah (Breakfast Club) TUESDAY, NOV 23RD 7:00A Together, over breakfast with Rabbi Brian Strauss, come explore the ancient wisdom of Torah and how it can be applied in today's modern world. MORE INFO
Jewish Literacy with Rabbi Danny Horwitz TUESDAY, NOV 23RD 7:30P Join Rabbi Horwitz for a year-long class on Jewish Literacy. He will use Rabbi Telushkin's book and explore themes of: general Jewish history; critical stories in the Tanakh; fundamental Jewish life behaviors, what they mean and what they teach; and Jewish theology.MORE INFO
Voices of Torah with Rabbi Steven Morgen (Breakfast Club) WEDNESDAY, NOV 24TH 7:00A Rabbi Morgen teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah 5 days a week with our clergy!MORE INFO Volunteer at Bethel's Heavenly Hands WEDNESDAY, NOV 24TH 8:00A TO 11:00A Help Bethel prepare to distribute up to 1500 Thanksgiving meals to local families in need.MORE INFO
Jewish Meditation Group WEDNESDAY, NOV 24TH 7:00P Explore tools for mindfulness, find a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting.MORE INFO Thanksgiving Day - Administrative Offices Closed THURSDAY, NOV 25TH ALL DAY
Thanksgiving Friday - Administrative Offices Closed FRIDAY, NOV 26TH ALL DAY
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service FRIDAY, NOV 26TH 5:00P MORE INFO
Shabbat Renewal with the Levin and Totz Families Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort FRIDAY, NOV 26TH 6:00P Join us at Shabbat Renewal, our main sanctuary service. MORE INFO
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service SHABBAT, NOV 27TH 8:30A MORE INFO Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service - Outdoors SHABBAT, NOV 27TH 9:15AMORE INFO
Shabbat Morning Service Bar Mizvah: Solomon Levin Sermon by Rabbi Brian Strauss SHABBAT, NOV 27TH 9:30A Join us for Shabbat Morning Services. MORE INFO
Mincha/Ma’ariv Bat Mitzvah: Ella Totz SHABBAT, NOV 27TH 4:45PMORE INFO
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv SHABBAT, NOV 27TH 5:00PMORE INFO
Museum Minyan Havdalah SATURDAY, NOV 27TH 5:15P Join for the conclusion of Shabbat with virtual Havdalah and a short study session via Zoom.MORE INFO Virtual Candlelighting for the 1st Night Hanukkah SUNDAY, NOV 28TH 7:00P TO 7:10P Join Cantor Finkelstein as he lights the first candle to kick off Hanukkah! MORE INFO
JTS Fall Series: Six Days Shall You Labor MONDAY, NOV 29TH 1:00P Many of us spend more time at work than anywhere else over the course of our lives—but are we defined by what we do? Join JTS Online for Six Days Shall You Labor: Perspectives on Work in Jewish Texts. MORE INFO A full list of upcoming events can be found here
Once content has been recorded live, it will be saved on our social media platforms for future access. This means that if you cannot make the time slots noted above, you can still join us to learn and pray.
Please know that your clergy is here for you. To reach out, please e-mail them directly or connect with info@bethyeshurun.org and we will direct you to a member of our team.
For fully vaccinated congregants and guests of all ages, masks are now optional indoors and outdoors. Any congregant that feels more comfortable wearing a mask is welcome to continue.
Congregants 12 and over that are not fully vaccinated should continue joining us virtually for programs and services.
Congregants 5 to 11 that are newly eligible to be vaccinated should continue wearing masks indoors. As they become fully vaccinated, they can choose whether or not to wear masks.
Congregants under 5 that are not eligible to be vaccinated should be masked when possible.
As virus transmission outdoors is significantly less than indoors, mask-wearing for children 11 and under is optional for outdoor events.
This is the last night of Hanukkah and we are going to Light Up the Night! Join us for chicken, latkes, and special Hanukkah desserts, as well as crafts and takeaways for all ages. Cantor Finkelstein will light the candles for the last night and we will all sing songs together before we head out to the parking lot for a real fireworks show! $18 per family | $8 per individual
Click here to Register * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * We're also looking for teen volunteers! Contact Sarah Goldberg at sgoldberg@bethyeshurun.org for more information! * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Last year we collected one new toy for every child at Reynolds Elementary School for Christmas. Let's do it again this year!
Wednesday, December 1 at 7:00pm Young Professionals! Join us at Tea & Victory for lite bites, games (including a dreidel contest!), and a full menu of teas, coffees, and drinks!
We always like to pair our YP event with some social action, so in the spirit of Game Night we introduce you to Child's Play, a non-profit dedicated to improving children's lives through toys and games in their network of over 185 hospitals worldwide. A portion of your registration will go to their Wishlist for Texas Children's Hospital. Click here for more information and to register
Thursday, December 2 at 7:00pm Explore the Hanukkah Bazaar booths and collect prizes and memories along the way! Join Houston's Young Professionals and 20somethings from 7 Jewish Houston organizations. Bazaar Booths include Hanukkah Pong, Semitic Squid Games, trivia, and more!
RSVP before November 25 to receive two tickets for the secret gift raffle- all auction items are wrapped, so you'll have to channel your inner Maccabee intuition and put your ticket(s) towards the best one...or so you hope! Click here for more information and to register
Exclusive Viewing Opportunity: Preservation Houston CBY Virtual Tour Earlier this year Beth Yeshurun received one of Preservation Houston’s prestigious Good Brick Awards for our restoration efforts following Hurricane Harvey. Preservation Houston now has selected Beth Yeshurun to be among a small group of prior award recipients to be part of its annual Good Brick Tour.
Congregants can access the Beth Yeshurun video at no charge by visiting preservationhouston.org/cby and using promo code: 1891. Please note that this link and promo code are solely for our members, and we ask that you not forward to others.
The three other properties on the tour are: the Riesner Tenant House (a 2020 Award recipient), the National Cash Register Building (a 2011 recipient)*, and the Gulf Building, now called The Jones on Main (a 1987 and 2004 recipient for various stages of restoration). You may view the videos of these properties at preservationhouston.org/goodbricktour with a one-time $25 donation to Preservation Houston.
We invite you to share with us your simchas - births, engagement, weddings, or award and recognitions. Fill our Mazel Tov form with your information a picture and share your great news with the rest of the congregation. Click here to Submit your Simcha!
Registration is open for the City-Wide 8th & 9th Grade Alternative Winter Break! Join Jewish 8th & 9th graders from across Houston as they travel to ⚜️ NEW ORLEANS ⚜️ December 27-30. The trip is FREE for those enrolled in Kehillah High and $350 for others, thanks to generous support from our community. Click here to register by December 2nd
