Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Wisdom of Torah with Rabbi Brian Strauss Tuesday, Apr 1st 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, Apr 2nd 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, Apr 2nd 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
Tot Shabbat! Friday, Apr 4th 5:00p to 5:45p Toddlers & Preschoolers join us for a musical Shabbat, followed by challah and more fun! MORE INFO
Shabbat Renewal Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort Friday, Apr 4th 6:00p Join us for Shabbat Renewal in the Freedman-Levit Sanctuary. CLICK TO STREAM J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, Apr 4th 6:30p MORE INFO
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, Apr 5th 8:30a MORE INFO
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Bar Mitzvah of Ian Rosenblatt Sermon by Rabbi Brian Strauss Shabbat, Apr 5th 9:30a Join us for our Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service.
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, Apr 5th 9:30a MORE INFO
MyShabbat Shabbat, Apr 5th 9:30a to 10:30a An interactive, engaging, and educational Shabbat service for 2nd through 6th-grade students and their families. MORE INFO
Shabbat Shalom with Tobi Shabbat, Apr 5th 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. J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, Apr 5th 7:15p MORE INFO
Jewish Learning Project (JLP) Sunday, Apr 6th 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
Women's Chocolate Seder Sunday, Apr 6th 5:00p to 6:30p Join other Jewish women for a special retelling of the Passover story through chocolate, highlighting the many important roles of women along the way. Our Chocolate Seder is a special way to get ready for Passover, and reminds us that freedom is sweet! MORE INFO
Community Wide Man's Mock Seder Sunday, Apr 6th 7:15p to 8:45p Join Jewish organizations across the community for the annual Man's Mock Seder, hosted by UOS. 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.
Celebrate Passover with Beth Yeshurun
Passover begins before sundown on Saturday, April 12, and ends after nightfall on Sunday, April 20.
There are several opportunities to celebrate Passover at Beth Yeshurun, and we look forward to helping you and your family celebrate this year! From programs to help you prepare for the holiday including Ta'anit Bechorot (Fast of the First Born) sponsored by 100 Jewish Men and Women's Chocolate Seder - to Passover-To-Go meals. Visit bethyeshurun.org/passover for all of our Passover resources including selling your hametz, the complete service schedule, and the 2025/5785 Passover Guide.
Women's Chocolate Seder at Beth Yeshurun Sunday, April 6 from 4:00 - 5:30 PM | $18/per person Join other Jewish women for a special retelling of the Passover story through chocolate, highlighting the many important roles of women along the way. Our Chocolate Seder is a special way to get ready for Passover, and reminds us that freedom is sweet!Click here to register!
Men's Seder Sunday, April 6 from 7:15 PM - 9:00 PM at UOS Registration $50/per person Please join us for the 20th annual Man’s Mock Seder. It is open to all Jewish men across the Houston community. This amazing event is hosted by United Orthodox Synagogues, Congregation Beth Yeshurun, Congregation Brith Shalom, the Houston Congregation for Reform Judaism, the Evelyn Rubinstein Jewish Community Center, the Hebrew Order of David, and Torah Outreach Center of Houston.Click here to register!
Second Night Seder at Beth Yeshurun Sunday, April 13 starting at 6:00 PM $50 per Adult (13+) | $20 per Kid (3-12 years) | Under 3 is free We invite your family to join our Beth Yeshurun family for an interactive 2nd Night Seder led by Rabbi Steven Morgen and Rabbi Sarah Fort. Congregants of all ages are welcome! We will have all of the traditional Passover foods, plus snacks and activities appropriate for our youngest congregants. Click here to register!
Sell Your Hametz No later than 10:00 AM on Friday, April 11 The Torah prohibits the ownership of hametz during Pesach, and there is a three-step process to rid oneself of it. Mechirat Hametz (selling of hametz) can be arranged until 10 A.M. on Friday, April 11, 2025. The Rabbi sells the hametz to a non-Jew and arranges for its return after the holiday. The hametz must be stored out of sight and not used. Bedikat Hametz (searching for hametz) occurs at sunset on Thursday, April 10, where we ensure all hametz is stored properly and prepare the house for Passover, traditionally using a candle, spoon, and feather. Bi'ur Hametz (burning of hametz) happens by 10 A.M. on Friday, April 11, when any remaining hametz is burned. Click here to sell you Hametz!
Fully Kosher Meals from our Catering Department! Celebrate Passover with a delicious and convenient meal from us! Seder Meals are $42 for members and $48 for the public, featuring a main entree, Matzah Ball Soup, Gefilte Fish, and Passover Dessert—plus optional seder plate items for $15 (limited availability). Pickup is on Friday, April 11 at 12:30pm. Don’t miss out on our NEW Weekday Passover Meals! For just $31 (members) or $36 (public), enjoy a fresh, festive meal with pickup at 11am or 4pm. Family-style meals for 8+ or individual servings for 7 or fewer. Order now—members must be logged in for discounted pricing! Click here to purchase your meal!
Yizkor Book - Passover Addendum | Deadline: Monday, April 14 Yizkor is soon approaching, a time when we honor the memory of our loved ones. Passover Yizkor Services will take place on Sunday morning, April 20th. The Yizkor Book will be distributed at the synagogue on Yizkor. The entire Yizkor Book is also available electronically on our website. To ensure that the names of your loved ones will be memorialized in our 5785 Yizkor Book Passover Addendum, the form below must be submitted by Monday, April 14, 2025. Names received after April 17, 2024 might not be printed in the Passover Addendum, but will be included in the online version of the book as well as future printed addendum.Click here to remember the name(s) of you loved one(s).
Ta'anit Bechorot (Fast of the First Born) Thursday, Apr 10th 6:45a to 8:30a Break the Fast of the First Born with a Mishnah Pesachim and a breakfast sponsored by 100 Jewish Men.
MyChag: Pesach! Sunday, Apr 13th 10:15a to 11:00a Elementary-aged kids: Join us for a fun Pesach Program!
Golden Nugget Trip with HCRJ - Ages 55+
Tuesday, April 8 • 8:00A-8:30P | $15/Per Person
Join our friends in the Senior Chai group at HCRJ for a trip to the Golden Nugget Casino in Lake Charles, Lousiana! We will meet at 8:00am at HCRJ (801 Bering Dr.) for a light breakfast and coffee and then head out on a comfy bus to the Golden Nugget Casino in Lake Charles by 8:30A. Enjoy some gambling and lunch and return to HCRJ by 8:30P. Our bus trip will include pit stops at Bucee's. This event is for ages 55+ and open to the community, so share with friends. Space is limited, so please register soon!
Carnival... The Biggest Party!
What a night! Carnival: The Biggest Party, was a true celebration of Rabbi Morgen’s incredible 27 years of leadership. Guests walked the red carpet, soaked in the steel drum tunes, and enjoyed the lively atmosphere with vibrant dancers, a Champagne Diva, and aerialists. At the heart of the night, we shared a special tribute video and book, filled with heartfelt messages from our community. We also rallied together for Paddles Up, to raise funds for something close to Rabbi Morgen's heart, Jewish education, supporting religious school scholarships and enhancing family engagement programs. If you haven’t donated yet, it’s not too late! Click here to help fulfill Rabbi Morgen’s vision for the future of Jewish education at Beth Yeshurun and to view the tribute book and video. Big thanks to our sponsors and supporters for making the event so unforgettable!
MERCAZ Voting is Open
MERCAZ represents global Conservative/Masorti values at the World Zionist Congress and the affiliated “National Institutions” like WZO, KKL/JNF, JAFI, and KH-UIA. Voting for MERCAZ USA every five years helps secure funding to promote pluralism and strengthen Masorti Judaism in Israel and supports essential funding for US synagogues, Ramah camps, USY programs, and more. In Spring 2025, voting for MERCAZ USA ensures resources reach those hardest hit on October 7th for rebuilding efforts, from investing in Gaza-area communities to supporting Israel’s hostage initiatives. Voting opens March 10th and ends May 4th. Eligible American Jews over 18 can vote online in a five-minute process for a nominal $5 fee to prevent fraud. 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!
