Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Wisdom of Torah with Rabbi Brian Strauss Tuesday, Sep 24th 7:45a to 8:30a Rabbi Strauss teaches Tuesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
Voices of Torah with Rabbi Steven Morgen Wednesday, Sep 25th 7:45a to 8:30a Rabbi Morgen teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, Sep 25th 7:00p to 8:00p Explore tools for mindfulness, find a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting.MORE INFO
The Gathering Place Thursday, Sep 26th 10:00a to 1:30p The Gathering Place provides a free of charge loving, safe and fun environment for care partners experiencing memory loss due to Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, stroke or other forms of dementia. A professional staff member attends each Gathering Place to provide expert support and assistance to the volunteers. Preregistration with Care Partners is required. MORE INFO
Who Knows One? Dinner & Show with Micah Hart! Thursday, Sep 26th 6:30p to 8:30p Join us for dinner and a show! Who Knows One? with Micah Hart is an innovative and hilarious show showcasing Jewish Geography's power! MORE INFO
Shabbat Renewal with the Spelkin Family Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort Friday, Sep 27th 6:00p Join us for our Main Sanctuary Shabbat evening service. CLICK TO STREAM J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, Sep 27th 6:30p MORE INFO J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, Sep 28th 8:30aMORE INFO
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Bar Mitzvah of Ari Spelkin Sermon by Rabbi Steven Morgen Shabbat, Sep 28th 9:30a Join us for our Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service. CLICK TO STREAM
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, Sep 28th 9:30aMORE INFO
Parsha Study Shabbat, Sep 28th 11:30a Weekly Parsha Study following Chapel Shabbat Service.
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, Sep 28th 6:45pMORE INFO
Selichot Program & Service Motzei Shabbat, Sep 28th 8:30p to 11:00p Join us for a clergy panel, "How Does Jewish Prayer Help Us find Peace in Tumultuous Times?" followed by our beautiful Selichot service, where we change our Torah covers to their High Holy Day whites. MORE INFO
Jewish Learning Project (JLP) Sunday, Sep 29th 9:00a to 11:15a Join us for adult learning on Sundays! The Jewish Learning Project (JLP) is Congregation Beth Yeshurun's Adult Learning Program offering a variety of spiritual, intellectual, and stimulating topics for you to choose from. Sessions are open to the public and free of charge. MORE INFO
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.
Who Knows One?
Thursday, September 26 at 6:30P Drinks & Dinner | 7:30P Program $25/Per Person
Join us for an evening of connection and laughter at Beth Yeshurun! We're thrilled to host "Who Knows One?", a beloved show blending Six Degrees of Separation and Jewish Geography. Created by Micah Hart, this hilarious experience promises to reunite old friends and forge new connections in our community. Choose from delicious dinner options: Balsamic Glazed Chicken or Cedar Plank Salmon. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to discover how interconnected we all are— reserve your spot today!
Selichot Program & Service
Saturday, September 28 8:30 pm Dessert Reception | 8:45 pm Clergy Panel | 10:00 pm Selichot Service
Join us for a special Selichot Program on Saturday, September 28 with Congregation Brith Shalom! Start with a dessert reception at 8:45 pm, followed by a panel discussion on "How Does Jewish Prayer Help Us find Peace in Tumultuous Times?" featuring Rabbis Steven Morgen, Sarah Fort, and Ranon Teller, moderated by Marcy Rothman. At 10 pm, we’ll gather in the Barg Sanctuary for our Selichot service, welcoming our High Holy Day choir and changing the Torah mantles to white. This event is free and open to the community— please register to help us plan for desserts!
High Holy Days
Tickets and High Holy Day details have been mailed!
Important Deadlines: Meals to Go - Wednesday, September 25 Child Care - Thursday, September 26
For these forms and more, visit the High Holy Days section of our website at: bethyeshurun.org/hhd
For any outstanding account issues, please contact Mindi Stern, our Membership Director, at mstern@bethyeshurun.org or 713.666.1881, ext. 360. To avoid delays during this busy season, we encourage you to resolve any issues promptly.
High Holy Day Appeal
Please join us in this essential effort to strengthen our community!
Together, we are building a spirit of collective strength, uplifting one another and our Jewish community. This past year has brought challenges, from the events of October 7th to Hurricane Beryl. Yet, through these trials, our community has shown remarkable resilience and unity. We are deeply grateful for the Houston community’s generosity in supporting families affected by these events. However, as we continue to navigate these challenges, Beth Yeshurun still needs your support. We are especially thankful to the members of the Tzedakah Society, who are magnifying the impact of your donation by matching Appeal pledges and contributions.
Your support of the High Holy Day Appeal is crucial for sustaining and enhancing our programs and facilities. Please visit bethyeshurun.org/hhd to donate. For information about joining the Tzedakah Society or any questions, contact Meredith Segal atmsegal@bethyeshurun.org or 713.255.8008.
Yizkor Book - Addendum
Yizkor Book Deadline has passed - Addendum Names can still be submitted
Yizkor services are approaching: Yom Kippur Yizkor on Saturday, October 12, and Shemini Atzeret Yizkor on Thursday, October 24.
Our Congregational Yizkor Book will feature names of loved ones and be available at the synagogue, by mail, or online. To include names in the 5785 Yizkor Book Addendum for Yom Kippur,click here to submit the form online or in person to the synagogue by end of day Monday, October 8. Late submissions may not be printed in Yom Kippur Addendum but will be included in future addenda.
Forms for the Reverent Tribute section honoring military veterans are also online.Once a name is included in this section, no further submission is needed in subsequent years.
For questions, contact Meredith Segal, Development Director, at 713.255.8008 ormsegal@bethyeshurun.org. We appreciate your support and hope the Yizkor Book brings comfort.
October 7 Commemoration
Monday, October 7, 7:15P at Beth Yeshurun
Beth Yeshurun is proud to partner with the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston and close to 40 other local nonprofit Jewish organizations to host a community-wide vigil to commemorate the tragedy of October 7. This event is free and open to the public. It will be held on Monday, October 7 at 7:15 PM at Congregation Beth Yeshurun. The evening’s program will be focused on “Remembrance, Unity, and Hope” and include songs, prayers, and remarks from community leaders. Registration is required and security measures will be in place. Click here for registration and more event information.
Noa Tishby | Opening Night
2024 Jewish Book & Arts Festival Opening Night Noa Tishby: Uncomfortable Conversations with a Jew Sunday, November 3, 7:00P at Congregation Beth Israel
Presented by the Evelyn Rubenstein JCC, the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston, Congregation Beth Israel, Congregation Beth Yeshurun, and Congregation Emanu El. In conversation with Stuart Dow.
Noa Tishby is a two-time New York Times bestselling author and Israel’s former Special Envoy for Combating Antisemitism and Delegitimization. In her first book, Tishby introduced readers to the State of Israel and its complicated history. In her latest work, she and the former professional football player and sports analyst Emmanuel Acho delve into what it means to be Jewish today. A Tel Aviv native, Tishby has been a leader in pro-Israel activism for over a decade and is among the best known pro-Israel figures on social media.
Join us for a variety of enriching learning opportunities, including "Invitation to Judaism" and "Introduction to Hebrew" with Rabbi Steven Morgen and Cantor Diane Dorf. Rabbi Danny Horwitz will also offer his popular year-long "Introduction to Kabbalah" and a new class, "Beyond Borders: The History of the Arab-Israeli Conflict," exploring the conflict’s history from the late 19th century to today. Plus, don’t miss the Beth Yeshurun 929 Project—subscribe to Rabbi Horwitz’s weekday email for daily insights into each chapter of the Hebrew Bible, starting the first weekday after Simchat Torah. Click here for registration details for all classes!
Sisterhood Giftshop
Your Sisterhood Giftshop is here for all your Judaica needs! Whether you’re looking for a meaningful gift or a cherished addition to your home, our carefully curated selection awaits you. They have an extensive collection of beautiful Judaic Jewelry, including items from the Israel Museum in Jerusalem. Hours are: Tuesday - Thursday from 10A-4P and Fridays & Sundays from 10A-1P. Please support Sisterhood, call them at 713-255-8021 or email giftshop@bethyeshurun.org.
