Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Wisdom of Torah with Rabbi Brian Strauss Tuesday, Nov 26th 7:45a to 8:30a Rabbi Strauss' Tuesday morning class! Join us each week as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
Voices of Torah with Rabbi Steven Morgen Wednesday, Nov 27th 7:45a to 8:30a Rabbi Morgen's Wednesday morning class! Join us each week as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
Administrative Offices Close Early for Thanksgiving Holiday Wednesday, Nov 27th 2:00p
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, Nov 27th 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 Administrative Offices Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday Thursday, Nov 28th All Day
Administrative Offices Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday Friday, Nov 29th All Day J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, Nov 29th 5:00p MORE INFO Shabbat Renewal Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort Friday, Nov 29th 6:00p Join us in the Freedman-Levit Sanctuary for our Main Sanctuary Service. CLICK TO STREAM
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, Nov 30th 8:30a MORE INFO
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Sermon by Rabbi Steven Morgen Shabbat, Nov 30th 9:30a Join us for our Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service. CLICK TO STREAM
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, Nov 30th 9:30a MORE INFO
Shabbat Shalom with Tobi Shabbat, Nov 30th 10:15a A fun Shabbat morning program for children under 7, featuring prayer, singing, dancing, and storytelling. Parents can drop off children over 3 or stay to join the fun; little ones under 3 should come with a parent.
Parsha Study Shabbat, Nov 30th 11:30a Weekly Parsha Study following Chapel Shabbat Service.
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, Nov 30th 5:00p MORE INFO
Jewish Learning Project (JLP) Sunday, Dec 1st 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
Better Together Singles Over 50: Walk Off the Turkey Sunday Stroll Sunday, Dec 1st 10:00a to 12:00p Walk the 3 mile loop at Memorial Park with friends! MORE INFO
Kids' Meals Teen and Tween Event Sunday, Dec 1st 1:00p to 2:30p This is a great volunteer opportunity for teens and tweens! We will be packing snacks, decorating bags, and collecting juice boxes for the organization, Kids' Meals. We will provide all the snacks that will be packed in the bags. 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.
Berlin & Poland Trip - 2025
Embark on a transformative journey through Poland and Germany with Rabbi Brian Strauss and Lisa Strauss from June 29 to July 9, 2025. Explore significant Jewish sites, including Berlin's Brandenburg Gate, Warsaw's POLIN Museum, and the Auschwitz-Birkenau complex. Reflect on Jewish history, identity, and contemporary challenges in meaningful discussions and visits. CLICK HEREto register for our informational Zoom meeting on December 8, see the full itinerary, and to learn more. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity!
Legacy Shabbat
Friday, December 6 at 6:00P in the Freedman Levit Sanctuary
Join us at Shabbat Renewal in the Freedman Levit Sanctuary as we honor the history of Congregation Beth Yeshurun and the Jack Segal Academy and the generosity of those who ensure its future. We are excited to welcome Melissa Cohen-Nickels, Curator of the Joan and Stanford Alexander South Texas Jewish Archives at Rice University, as she reflects on the importance of sustaining this legacy and building on the foundation laid by those who came before us. Her sermon, A Legacy to Remember, A Future to Create, will inspire us all to consider how we can contribute to preserving and shaping the future of our community. For more details, contact Meredith Segal atmsegal@bethyeshurun.org or 713.255.8008.
Pickleball Tournament
Inaugural Pickleball Tournament & Fundraiser!
Join us for the Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser on Sunday, January 12, 2025, from 9A to 3P at The Zone. All skill levels are welcome for a day of friendly competition, delicious food, and fun. Player tickets are available to sponsors first, and any remaining spots will be open to the public in December. Become a sponsor to support the ReJEWvination project to repair and restore our Torah scrolls. For more information and to sign up click here!
To sponsor, please respond by December 12, 2024. For more details, contact Meredith Segal atmsegal@bethyeshurun.org or 713.255.8008. We look forward to seeing you there!
Brothers For Life
Friday, December 13 at 6:00P in the Freedman Levit Sanctuary We'll meet Brothers for Life for the first time this Shabbat before they return to Houston with their full delegation in March 2025 with more programming and opportunities for engagement.
Brothers for Life is a non-profit organization, created and run by injured Israeli veterans, which gives critical and immediate help to other injured Israeli combat veterans who sacrificed their lives for the safety of the Jewish people. Learn more about this incredible organization and meet some of the soldiers who empower combat soldiers to reclaim their lives. Click here for more information about their organization.
High Holy Day Appeal
Please join us in this essential effort to strengthen our community!
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.
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.
