Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Holocaust Museum Houston presents Special Guest Speaker Amir Tibon Monday, Jan 27th 7:00p to 8:30p Join Holocaust Museum Houston at Beth Yeshurun for a special International Holocaust Remembrance Day speaker. MORE INFO
Wisdom of Torah with Rabbi Brian Strauss Tuesday, Jan 28th 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, Jan 29th 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, Jan 29th 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
Kids Meals/SEARCH Bags Assembly Thursday, Jan 30th 9:00a to 10:00a Join Beth Yeshurun Sisterhood and our Social Action team to assemble snack bags for Kids Meals and SEARCH. New volunteers are always welcome to join in this ongoing monthly project.MORE INFO J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, Jan 31st 5:30p MORE INFO
Shabbat Renewal: Sisterhood Shabbat Sermon by Cantor Rachel Goldman Friday, Jan 31st 6:00p Join us for Shabbat Renewal in the Freedman-Levit Sanctuary where the Beth Yeshurun Sisterhood joins us for a special Shabbat service as sisterhoods around the country come together to celebrate Shabbat. CLICK TO STREAM
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, Feb 1st 8:30a MORE INFO
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort Shabbat, Feb 1st 9:30a Join us for our Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service. CLICK TO STREAM
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, Feb 1st 9:30a MORE INFO
Shabbat Shalom with Tobi Shabbat, Feb 1st 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. Minyannaire of the Year - Stephen Kaminsky Shabbat, Feb 1st 10:45a to 11:30a The J.B. Greenfield Chapel will join the Main Sanctuary at 10:45am to celebrate this year's Minyannaire of the Year - Stephen Kaminsky! MORE INFO
Parsha Study Shabbat, Feb 1st 11:30a Weekly Parsha Study following Chapel Shabbat Service.
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, Feb 1st 5:30p MORE INFO
Jewish Learning Project (JLP) Sunday, Feb 2nd 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
Rosh Chodesh Shvat - Flowers! Sunday, Feb 2nd 4:00p to 5:30p Women, join us to celebrate Rosh Chodesh with new monthly themes and activities. 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.
Share Your Feedback on Nico Losorelli
Thank you to everyone who joined us this weekend to meet Rabbinic Candidate Nico Losorelli. If you missed his sermon or D’var Torah, you can watch the clips on our Rabbinic Search webpage. We value your input—please complete the feedback survey by Sunday, February 2nd, to help us make this important decision for our congregation. Click here for more information about Nico and the Rabbinic Search!
Holocaust Museum Houston presents Special Guest Speaker Amir Tibon
Monday, January 27 • 7:00 - 8:30P Congregation Beth Yeshurun
Join Holocaust Musuem Houston for a compelling talk by Amir Tibon, an award-winning Haaretz correspondent, as he shares the true story of how his family was rescued from Kibbutz Nahal Oz on October 7, 2023, by his father, a retired IDF general. Tibon, author of The Last Palestinian, has also served as a senior editor for Haaretz and lived in Washington, DC, as a foreign correspondent. This public event is free to attend, but registration is required. Click here to register!
Minyannaire of the Year
Saturday, February 1 • 10:45A
The J.B. Greenfield Chapel will join the Main Sanctuary to celebrate this year's Steve Rudoff Memorial Minyannaire of the Year - Stephen Kaminsky! Stephen joins an impressive group of congregants that have been integral in keeping our daily minyan going, including Jack Uzick, Filmore Cohen z'l, Dr. Irving Rothman z'l, Dr Stephen Tew, Max Esses, Burt Skolnik, Woody Fox, Barbara z'l & Dell Coleman, and Lenny Kammerman.
Special Shabbatot
SISTERHOOD SHABBAT Friday, January 31 • 6:00P
Join Beth Yeshurun Sisterhood for a special Shabbat Renewal service in the Freedman Levit Sanctuary or via livestream on our website, YouTube, or Facebook. Sisterhood members will lead prayers alongside our clergy, showcasing all they do for our congregation. Want to participate? Register online and share your prayer preferences or pairing requests. A rehearsal with Julie Sacks is scheduled for Tuesday, January, from 5:00-6:30 PM. Click here for more information and to register!
JDAIM SHABBAT & Rabbinic Candidate Alex Friedman Friday, February 7 • 6:00P
Join us this Shabbat Renewal as we celebrate JDAIM (Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month). The purpose of JDAIM is to unite Jewish communities to raise awareness and champion the rights of all Jews, including Jews with disabilities, to be respected, valued, and included in all aspects of Jewish community life. This year, we have invited members of our disability community who have been attending our holiday inclusion events for years to join us on the bimah and lead us in Shabbat Renewal.
Yom Limmud
Sunday, February 16• 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Join the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston here at Congregation Beth Yeshurun for Yom Limmud 2025, for a day of meaningful learning and connection. This year’s theme, Am Yisrael Chai, celebrates Jewish resilience post-October 7 through diverse classes on Jewish texts, arts, wellness, Israel, antisemitism, public affairs, and more. Keynote speaker Dr. Mijal Bitton, co-host of Wondering Jews, along with an incredible lineup of sessions featuring experts like Dean Bell on combating antisemitism, David Ilan on archeology, Shir Benjamin on Israeli cooking, and Avi Posen unpacking October 7 through music will be featured. Pre-register by February 12 for $18 per person, or $36 at the door. No backpacks or large bags permitted. Click here for more information and to register!
Save the Date: Spring Fundraiser
Thursday, March 27 • 6:00P
Join us for a joyous evening celebrating Rabbi Steven Morgen’s retirement after nearly three decades of dedicated service. Chaired by Courtney and Eric Haas, this year’s event, themed Carnival—The Biggest Party!, will feature cocktails, a Brazilian-inspired dinner, and a special tribute to Rabbi Morgen’s legacy. Tickets are now available - click here for more information!
Sisterhood Gift Shop
Please visit us and support Sisterhood. Call them at 713.255.8021 or email giftshop@bethyeshurun.org. Regular hours are Tuesday-Thursday 10A-4P; Friday & Sunday 10am-1pm; Closed Saturday & Monday. Holiday Hours may vary.
To avoid any inconvenience, we encourage you to call ahead and confirm the gift shop’s hours before making a special trip to the synagogue, as it operates with the help of our wonderful volunteers. Thank you!
