Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Wisdom of Torah with Rabbi Brian Strauss Tuesday, Oct 15th 7:45a to 8:30a Rabbi Strauss teaches Tuesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy! Sisterhood: Robyn Shkolnick Sisters in the Hut Tuesday, Oct 15th 6:00p to 8:00p In honor of our "sister", Robyn Shkolnick, z"l, we welcome all Houston-area synagogue Sisterhoods to join us in the Beth Yeshurun sukkah for brunch while we create canvas panels to decorate the walls of our sukkah. MORE INFO
Voices of Torah with Rabbi Steven Morgen Wednesday, Oct 16th 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, Oct 16th 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
Erev Sukkot Wednesday, October 16th J.B. Greenfield Chapel Service 6:30p MORE INFO
Sukkot I - Administrative Offices Closed Thursday, October 17th J.B. Greenfield Chapel Service: 8:30a | 6:30p Main Sanctuary: 9:30a Museum Minyan: 9:30a MySukkot: A Sukkot Elementary School Program: 10:00a CLICK TO STREAM SERVICES
Sukkot II - Administrative Offices Closed Friday, October 18th J.B. Greenfield Chapel Service: 8:30a
Shabbat Renewal Friday, Oct 18th 6:00p Sermon by Rabbi Brian Strauss Join us for our Main Sanctuary Shabbat evening service. CLICK TO STREAM
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, Oct 18th 6:30p MORE INFO
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, Oct 19th 8:30a MORE INFO
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Sermon by Rabbi Steven Morgen Shabbat, Oct 19th 9:30a Join us for our Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service. CLICK TO STREAM
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, Oct 19th 9:30a MORE INFO
Parsha Study Shabbat, Oct 19th 11:30a Weekly Parsha Study following Chapel Shabbat Service.
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, Oct 19th 6:15p MORE INFO
Jewish Learning Project (JLP) Sunday, Oct 20th 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
Sukkot Inclusion Program Sunday, Oct 20th 3:30p to 5:00p This Sukkot program is for anyone with a sensory sensitivity or disability and is open to the community. MORE INFO
Mexukkah! Celebration in the Sukkah Sunday, Oct 20th 5:30p to 7:00p Congregants of all ages, celebrate Sukkot in the Beth Yeshurun Sukkah! Shake the lulav and etrog and enjoy a fajita dinner and activities for everyone! 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.
Sukkot
Sukkot begins sundown, Wednesday, October 16
Celebrate Sukkot with two exciting events! First, on Tuesday, October 15 at 6:00PM, join us for the annual Sisterhood: Robyn Shkolnick Sisters in the Hut, where Houston-area Sisterhoods will enjoy light bites and create canvas panels to decorate our sukkah in honor of Robyn Shkolnick, z"l. Then, on Sunday, October 20 at 5:30PM, gather for the Mexukkah! Celebration in the Sukkah—a fun evening for all ages with lulav and etrog shaking, a fajita dinner, and engaging activities. Click for more details, including the full service schedule!
Wednesday, October 16 (Erev Sukkot) Chapel: 6:30pm Thursday, October 17 (Sukkot I) Chapel: 8:30am | 6:30pm Main Sanctuary: 9:30am Museum Minyan: 9:30am Friday, October 18 (Sukkot II) Chapel: 8:30am* | 6:30pm Main Sanctuary: 6:00pm
Saturday, October 19 (Chol Hamoed) Chapel: 8:30am | 6:15pm Main Sanctuary: 9:30am Museum Minyan: 9:30am Sunday, October 20 (Chol Hamoed) Chapel: 8:00am | 6:30pm Congregational Sukkot Dinner | 5:30p
Monday, October 21 (Chol Hamoed) Chapel: 6:45am | 6:30pm
Tuesday, October 22 (Chol Hamoed) Chapel: 6:45am | 6:30pm
Wednesday, October 23 (Chol Hamoed) Chapel: 6:45am | 6:30pm Thursday, October 24 (Shemini Atzeret & Yizkor) Chapel: 8:30am Main Sanctuary: 9:30am Museum Minyan: 9:30am J.B. Greenfield Chapel & Museum Minyan Combined: 7:00pm Main Sanctuary Service Erev Simchat Torah: 7:00pm
Friday, October 25 (Simchat Torah) Chapel: 8:30am* | 6:30pm Main Sanctuary: 6:00pm
*One service with the Main Sanctuary, Chapel, and Museum Minyan
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
Shemini Atzeret Yizkor Services is 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 Shemini Atzeret click here to submit the form online or in person to the synagogue by end of day Monday, October 21. Late submissions may not be printed in the Shemini Atzeret 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.
Berlin & Poland Trip - 2025
Join us for an exciting journey to Berlin and Poland from June 29 to July 9, 2025, as announced over the High Holy Days, led by Rabbi Brian and Lisa Strauss and in partnership with J2 Adventures! If you're interested in participating, please click here to fill out the interest formto receive updates and communications about this memorable trip.
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.
