Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
JTS Fall Series: Six Days Shall You Labor MONDAY, DEC 6TH 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, DEC 7TH 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, DEC 7TH 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, DEC 8TH 7:00A Rabbi Morgen teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah 5 days a week with our clergy!MORE INFO
God During Times of Crisis WEDNESDAY, DEC 8TH 12:00P TO 1:30P We will explore questions related to what a relationship with God and a life of faith entails. We will use the Foundations for a Thoughtful Judaism curriculum from the Shalom Hartman Institute. MORE INFO
100 Jewish Men - Dr. Tom Cole - The 4 Poignant Questions Older Men Ask Themselves WEDNESDAY, DEC 8TH 6:30P TO 8:00P Join us for dinner and guest Dr. Tom Cole - The 4 Poignant Questions Older Men Ask Themselves.MORE INFO
Jewish Meditation Group WEDNESDAY, DEC 8TH 7:00P Explore tools for mindfulness, find a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting.MORE INFO
Jewish Mysticism & Ancient Cultural Beliefs with Rabbi Fort (Breakfast Club) THURSDAY, DEC 9TH 7:45A TO 8:30A Rabbi Fortteaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah 5 days a week with our clergy! MORE INFO
Talking to God with Rabbi Steven Morgen THURSDAY, DEC 9TH 7:00P TO 8:00P Join Rabbi Morgen for a monthly Zoom program to think about how and why we talk to God and deep dive into our Jewish prayers.This month Professor Mattias Henze joins Rabbi Morgen to discuss the Jewish and Christian approaches to Psalms. MORE INFO
Moment at the Ark: Prayers for Healing FRIDAY, DEC 10TH 5:30P TO 6:00P Join Rabbi Fort for a healing prayers and a moment before the Ark. MORE INFO
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service FRIDAY, DEC 10TH 5:00P MORE INFO
Shabbat Renewal with the Naggar Family Guest: Renee Wizig-Barrios Special Blessing for the Emery/Weiner Football Team FRIDAY, DEC 10TH 6:00P We look forward to introducing the new President & CEO of the Jewish Federation of Houston, Renee Wizig-Barrios, to Congregation Beth Yeshurun as well as offering a special blessing for the Emery/Weiner Football team as they captured their third TAPPS six-man football state championship. MORE INFO
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service SHABBAT, DEC 11TH 8:30A MORE INFO Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service - Outdoors SHABBAT, DEC 11TH 9:15AMORE INFO
Shabbat Morning Service Bat Mitzvah: Hayley Naggar Sermon by Rabbi Steven Morgen SHABBAT, DEC 11TH 9:30A Join for our Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service. MORE INFO
My Shabbat SHABBAT, DEC 11TH 9:30A TO 10:30A An interactive, engaging, and educational Shabbat service for 3rd- through 6th-grade students and their families. MORE INFO
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv SHABBAT, DEC 11TH 5:00PMORE INFO
Museum Minyan Havdalah SATURDAY, DEC 11TH 5:15P Join for the conclusion of Shabbat with virtual Havdalah and a short study session via Zoom.MORE INFO
Jewish Learning Project SUNDAY, DEC 12TH 9:00A TO 12:00P The Jewish Learning Project (JLP) is Congregation Beth Yeshurun's Adult Learning Program. Our JLP sessions offer a variety of spiritual, intellectual, and stimulating topics for you to choose from. Sessions are held Sunday mornings and are open to the public and free of charge. MORE INFO
Better Together: Jews Cruise & Booze SUNDAY, DEC 12TH 10:30A TO 2:00P Join the Better Together 50's & 60's singles group on a Brewery Crawl!MORE INFO
Introduction to Judaism 2.0 SUNDAY, DEC 12TH 7:00P TO 8:00P So you completed Invitation to Judaism—what comes next? Intro 2.0! Review and delve deeper into topics from Invitation to Judaism: holidays, theology, practices & observances. MORE INFO
JTS Fall Series: Six Days Shall You Labor MONDAY, DEC 13TH 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
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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 5 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.
Wednesday, December 8th Dinner begins at 6:30 pm followed by programs at 7:00 pm $12pp for Dinner
No matter our age, we can learn a lot from those who have gone before us. This talk will discuss the lessons learned in Tom Cole’s book, Old Man Country: My Search for Meaning among the Elders. The book is based on Cole’s conversations with 12 accomplished and famous men in their 80s and above, and includes sections on Tom’s own experience of growing up and growing older.
The talk will revolve around and ask the audience to think about four questions: “Am I Still a Man?” “Do I Still Matter?” “What is the Meaning of My Life?” and “Am I Still Loved?” Click here for more information and to register
Thursday, December 9th 7:00pm via ZOOM
Join Rabbi Morgen for a monthly Zoom program to think about how and why we talk to God and deep dive into our Jewish prayers. In December, Rabbi Morgen is joined by Professor Matthias Henze for It Is Good to Give Thanks to God: Psalm 118. They will discuss the meaning of the Psalm and how it is used in Jewish and Christian prayers. Professor Henze is the Isla Carroll & Percy E. Turner Professor of Biblical Studies and Director of the Program in Jewish Studies at Rice University and has done many interfaith programs with Rabbi Morgen. Click here for more information and to register
We look forward to introducing the new President & CEO of the Jewish Federation of Houston, Renee Wizig-Barrios, to Congregation Beth Yeshurun. Click here for more information
Honoring the Musical Legacy of Cantor Meir Finkelstein! March 31, 2022 at Congregation Beth Yeshurun
This incomparable musical experience will feature renowned cantors, performing the original compositions of our very own, Cantor Meir Finkelstein! We invite you to enjoy a magnificent evening. Purchase Individual Tickets
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/cbyand 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!
