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.
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Wisdom of Torah with Rabbi Brian Strauss Tuesday, October 28th 7:45am Rabbi Brian Strauss teaches Tuesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy! Open Mahjong and Canasta Tuesday, October 28th 12:00pm It is free to play and kosher dairy snack packs are available for $10 (purchase at the link below). All skill levels welcome. 2025 Mahjong Game Cards are available for purchase at the Sisterhood gift store.Please Register in Advance
Voices of Torah with Rabbi David Mendelson Wednesday, October 29th 7:45am Rabbi David Mendelson teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
Harmonia - Volunteer Choir Rehearsal Wednesday, October 29th 5:30pm Our volunteer choir has a name - come join Harmonia! Whether you are an experienced singer or simply love to join in, be part of this musical community. We would especially love to add some male voices to our choir. The choir will sing at Shabbat Renewal on December 19. For more information, email Julie Sacks atjsacks@bethyeshurun.org
100 Jewish Men with Benji Lovitt Wednesday, October 29th Dinner 6:30pm | Program 7:00pm | All are Welcome! Benji Lovittis a Tel Aviv-based comedian, native Texan, and fan favorite who always leaves us laughing and thinking. REGISTER HERE
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, October 29th 7:00pm Explore tools for mindfulness, find a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting.MORE INFO Unorthodox Jewish Beliefs | Led by: Rabbi Steven Morgen Thursday, October 30th 7:00pm | Session 3 of 5 SHABBAT SCHEDULE Oct 31/Nov 1LINK TO LIVESTREAM ALL SERVICES Shabbat Renewal Friday, October 31st 6:00pm Sermon by Rabbi Brian Strauss
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, October 31st 6:30pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, November 1st 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, November 1st 9:30am Sermon by Rabbi David Mendelson Bar Mitzvah of Gabriel Hananel Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, November 1st 9:30am | Reiches Hall
Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, November 1st 10:15am Join us each week for songs, prayers, dancing, stories, games and more! The program is led by Tobi Cooper.
Parsha Study Shabbat, November 1st 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, November 1st 6:00pm
Adult Learning Sunday, November 2nd 9:00am The Fundamentals of Kabbalah Invitation to Judaism 9:30am Raising Jewish Parents 2.0 - Session 1 10:00am Press Pause Rest Assured (Melton Course) Introduction to Hebrew Prayerbook Hebrew 11:00am American Judaism MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
Wednesday, October 29 Dinner 6:30pm | Program 7:00pm Program Only - $12 CBY members | $25 non-members Dinner & Program - $25 CBY members | $38 non-members We are kicking off the new year with none other than Benji Lovitt — a Tel Aviv-based comedian, native Texan, and fan favorite who always leaves us laughing and thinking. This is a program that we think would be enjoyed by our whole community so this is open to all! Check out this short clip of Benji. REGISTER HERE
Social Action: Food Drive
FINAL WEEK: Competing in Goodness Food Drive This is the last week of our "Competing in Goodness" Food Drive! Let's finish strong the Beth Yeshurun way and fill the pantries of families most in need. Bring in canned food and non-perishable items by Sunday, November 2! Collection bins are outside Freedman Levit and in the administration wing. Most needed: crackers, cereal, granola and protein bars, pasta, and pull-top tuna and soup cans. Cannot accept: baby food or perishable items.
Pickleball Social
Grab your neon and sneakers and join us for our Pickleball Social on Sunday, November 9, from 1:00–5:00pmat Pickle Point Southwest (12002 Southwest Fwy, Meadows Place, TX 77477) as we celebrate 80 years as a congregation! The afternoon will feature a Mixed 3.5+ Tournament (best 2-of-3 rally style) and Open Play from 1:00–5:00 PM with courts reserved via buckets. Registration is $45 per person and includes drinks, snacks, and play. Whether you’re competing or just playing for fun, it’s sure to be a great afternoon on the courts! REGISTER HERE
All elementary school students are invited to join us on Saturday, November 15, from 6:00-8:30pm for Havdalah and movie night! We'll kick off the night with a Havdalah service with Rabbi Fort and Rabbi Mendelson, then we will have a delicious pasta dinner, watch a movie, and top it all off with an ice cream sundae bar! Kids are welcome to come in their pjs and bring a pillow and blanket for extra comfort! REGISTER HERE
Cooking With Chef Damen
Join us on Sunday, November 16 at 10:00am for this exciting new class with Chef Damen that got rave reviews from the first session. This next class session will be Thanksgiving themed. This is a fun, interactive, and hands-on class. We’ll start with lite bites and a morning cocktail, and at the end you’ll enjoy the fruits of your labor with old and new friends. Spaces are limited, so reserve your place now!. MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
New Adult Learning Classes
Raising Jewish Parents 1.0 | Led by Rabbi Sarah Fort 3 Sundays (Nov. 16, Jan. 11, March 29) | 9:30-11:00am | 9:30-10:00am schmooze & nosh | 10:00-11:00am session | Cost: $36 Join Rabbi Fort and community professionals as we explore topics of interest to parents of children aged 3-7. Babysitting available with registration.REGISTER HERE Raising Jewish Parents 2.0 | Led by Rabbi Sarah Fort (begins this Sunday) 4 Sundays (Nov. 2, Dec. 7, Feb 22, April 12) | 9:30-11:00am | 9:30-10:00am schmooze & nosh | 10:00-11:00am session | Cost: $36 Join Rabbi Fort and community professionals as we explore topics of interest to parents of childrenaged 8-12. Babysitting available with registration. REGISTER HERE
Unraveling the Layers of our Tefillah | Led by Cantor Rachel Goldman 5 Wednesdays (Nov. 5, Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, March 4) | 12:00 – 1:30pm Cost $50 includes lunch for all 5 sessions Journey into the heart of Jewish liturgy with Cantor Goldman. Explore the beauty of the texts, uncover the layers of meaning behind them, and explore connections to history, music and art along the way. Limited spots available. REGISTER HERE
Send Us Your Simchas!
Life's most joyful milestones deserve to be celebrated with our entire Beth Yeshurun family. We invite you to share your births and weddings by sending us your photos and good news at mara.segal@bethyeshurun.org. We'll feature them in upcoming issues of The Message so the whole community can share in your celebration. There's nothing quite like the joy of celebrating these precious moments together.
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.
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Open Mahjong and Canasta Tuesday, October 21st 12:00pm It is free to play and kosher dairy snack packs available for $10 (purchase at the link below). All skill levels welcome. 2025 Mahjong Game Cards are available for purchase at the Sisterhood gift store.Please Register in Advance
Voices of Torah with Rabbi Mendelson Wednesday, October 22nd 7:45am Rabbi David Mendelson teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
YES Group Wednesday, October 22nd 11:30am 11:30am Lunch | 12:15pm Painting | $10/person. Join our YES (Youthful Energetic Seniors) Group for lunch, schmoozing, and painting with local artist, Michelle Renfrow! Includes a kosher lunch and all art supplies. Open to the community, so feel free to share with other seniors that might enjoy our program.REGISTER HERE
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, October 22nd 7:00pm Explore tools for mindfulness, find a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting. Kids Meals/SEARCH Bag Assembly Thursday, Oct 23rd 9:00am 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 The Gathering Place Thursday, Oct. 23rd 10:00am 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. MORE INFO
Unorthodox Jewish Beliefs | Led by: Rabbi Steven Morgen Thursday, October 23rd 7:00pm Session 2 of 5 runs through Nov. 13 | 7:00–8:30pm | Cost: $36 If seeing is believing, and God cannot be seen, what are we to believe? Rabbi Morgen will lead a discussion about these basic questions of faith. MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE SHABBAT SCHEDULE Oct 24/25LINK TO LIVESTREAM ALL SERVICES Fourth Friday Happy Hour Friday, Oct. 24th 5:15pm Let's celebrate the new year and the release of the hostages as a community! Congregants of all ages, stop in the Skylight Lobby for a schmooze, a drink, and lite bites before Shabbat Renewal! October Cocktail - Sangria! Shabbat Renewal Friday, October 24th 6:00pm Sermon by Rabbi David Mendelson
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, October 24th 6:30pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, October 25th 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, October 25th 9:30am Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort Bar Mitzvah of Benson Mintz
MyShabbat Morning Service Shabbat, October 25th 9:30am | Preschool Open Area An interactive, engaging, and educational Shabbat service for 2nd-6th graders with Rabbi Sarah Fort and Kathleen Holder.
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, October 25th 9:30am | Reiches Hall
Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, October 25th 10:15am Join us each week for songs, prayers, dancing, stories, games and more! The program is led by Tobi Cooper.
Parsha Study Shabbat, October 25th 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, October 25th 6:15pm
Adult Learning Sunday, October 26th 9:00am The Fundamentals of Kabbalah Invitation to Judaism 10:00am Press Pause Rest Assured (Melton Course) Introduction to Hebrew Prayerbook Hebrew 11:00am American Judaism MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
Support High Holy Day Appeal This Week and Double the Impact - As we wrap up the High Holy Day Appeal, a generous congregant is matching a percentage of donations through this Friday! It is not too late to make that donation - any amount will help push us over the finish line and reach our ambitious goal.
100 Jewish Men
100 Jewish Men - Kicks off Wednesday, October 29 6:30pm Dinner 6:30pm | Program 7:00pm Program Only - $12 CBY members | $25 non-members Dinner & Program - $25 CBY members | $38 non-members For nearly a quarter of a century, this program has given men a space to grow as fathers, husbands, brothers, sons, friends, and Jews. We are kicking off the new year with none other than Benji Lovitt — a Tel Aviv-based comedian, native Texan, and fan favorite who always leaves us laughing and thinking. Feel free to invite a significant other or friend - this should be a fun evening for all! Check out this short clip of Benji. REGISTER HERE
Volunteer Choir - Now Harmonia!
Our volunteer choir has a name - come join Harmonia! Our next practice is Wednesday, October 29 at 5:30pm. Whether you are an experienced singer or simply love to join in, be part of this musical community. We would especially love to add some male voices to our choir. The choir will sing at Shabbat Renewal on December 19 and at a special concert in February. For more information, email Julie Sacks at jsacks@bethyeshurun.org
Social Action: Food Drive
Food Drive through November 2! Help donate to those who are hungry! We are accepting canned food and non-perishable items. Collection bins are outside of Freedman Levit and in the administration wing. Most needed items include: crackers, cereal, granola and protein bars, pasta, and pull-top tuna and soup cans. We cannot accept baby food or perishable items.
New Adult Learning Classes
Raising Jewish Parents 2.0 | Led by Rabbi Sarah Fort 4 Sundays (Nov. 2, Dec. 7, Feb 22, April 12) | 9:30-11:00am | 9:30-10:00am schmooze & nosh | 10:00-11:00am session | Cost: $36 Join Rabbi Fort and community professionals as we explore topics of interest to parents of childrenaged 8-12. Babysitting available with registration. REGISTER HERE(New dates for Raising Jewish Parents 1.0 will be announced soon)
Unraveling the Layers of our Tefillah | Led by Cantor Rachel Goldman 5 Wednesdays (Nov. 5, Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, March 4) | 12:00 – 1:30pm Cost $50 includes lunch for all 5 sessions Journey into the heart of Jewish liturgy with Cantor Goldman. Explore the beauty of the texts, uncover the layers of meaning behind them, and explore connections to history, music and art along the way. Limited spots available. REGISTER HERE
Pickleball Tournament
Grab your neon and sneakers and join us for our Pickleball Social on Sunday, November 9, from 1:00–5:00pmat Pickle Point Southwest (12002 Southwest Fwy, Meadows Place, TX 77477) as we celebrate 80 years as a congregation! The afternoon will feature a Mixed 3.5+ Tournament (best 2-of-3 rally style) and Open Play from 1:00–5:00 PM with courts reserved via buckets. Registration is $45 per person and includes drinks, snacks, and play. Whether you’re competing or just playing for fun, it’s sure to be a great afternoon on the courts! REGISTER HERE
Cooking With Chef Damen
Join us on Sunday, November 16 at 10:00am for this exciting new class with Chef Damen that got rave reviews from the first session. This next class session will be Thanksgiving themed. This is a fun, interactive, and hands-on class. We’ll start with lite bites and a morning cocktail, and at the end you’ll enjoy the fruits of your labor with old and new friends. Spaces are limited, so reserve your place now!. MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
Send Us Your Simchas!
Life's most joyful milestones deserve to be celebrated with our entire Beth Yeshurun family. We invite you to share your births and weddings by sending us your photos and good news at mara.segal@bethyeshurun.org. We'll feature them in upcoming issues of The Message so the whole community can share in your celebration. There's nothing quite like the joy of celebrating these precious moments together.
Shanah Tovah! I hope everyone had a joyous and meaningful High Holiday season. This New Year marks the 24th year of 100 Jewish Men at Beth Yeshurun. For nearly a quarter of a century, this program has given men a space to grow as fathers, husbands, brothers, sons, friends, and Jews. Together, through inspiring speakers and meaningful conversations, we’ve built a community that explores what too often goes unspoken in our lives at work and at home.
This year promises to be one of our best yet. We’ll kick things off on Wednesday, October 29 with none other than Benji Lovitt — a Tel Aviv-based comedian, native Texan, and fan favorite who always leaves us laughing and thinking.Check out this clip of Benji
On Wednesday, November 19, sportscaster Charlie Palilo will share his insights on everything Houston sports. Charlie has been a staple of Houston sports radio for decades and one of the most trusted voices in Houston sports.
I can’t wait to see all of you throughout this exciting new season of 100 Jewish Men.
L'shalom,
Rabbi Brian Strauss
Program Schedule
Time: Dinner 6:30pm | Program 7:00 -8:00pm
Wednesday, October 29 |Benji Lovitt: "Israeli Comedy: It's OK to Laugh - Israelis Turning to Humor in Dark Times" Register here
Wednesday, November 19 | Charlie Pallilo Inside Houston Sports with a Broadcasting Legend Register here
Wednesday, January 14 | Mark Newman "Don't Get Scammed: Staying Safe in the Digital World"
Sunday, February 8 | World Wide Wrap Our annual tefillin wrapping experience with the Men's Club - a meaningful, hands-on morning of ritual and community.
Wednesday, February 18 | O.S. Hawkins "Faith, Evangical Support for Israel, and Shared Values"
Wednesday, May 13 | Robyn Horn "Being a Caregiver Can Be a Man's Job: Taking Care of You in the Process"
Cost
100 Jewish Men is 0pen to Beth Yeshurun members and non-members
Each event is a standalone program. There are no annual fees. Pay per program that you attend. Beth Yeshurun Members: Program Only - $12 | Dinner & Program - $25 Non-Members: Program Only - $25 | Dinner & Program - $38
Shemini Atzeret & Yizkor | Tuesday | October 14 Chapel: 8:30am Main Sanctuary & Museum Minyan Combined 9:30am
Evening Main Sanctuary Erev Simchat Torah | Freedman Levit | 6:30pm Hakafot with Candy Hakafah finale in Main Sanctuary Service (Please bring 100 pieces of individually wrapped kosher candy and something to collect candy to bring home) Museum Minyan & Chapel Erev Simchat Torah | Reiches | 6:45pm CBY offices closed Simchat Torah| Wednesday | October 15 Chapel 8:30am* | 6:45pm MyChag Simchat Torah: immediately following hakafot (approximately 10:15am) CBY offices closed
*one service with the Main Sanctuary, Chapel and Museum Minyan
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.
New Class Starting: Unorthodox Jewish Beliefs | Led by: Rabbi Steven Morgen Thursday, October 16th 7:00pm 5 Weeks (Oct. 16 - Nov. 13)| 7:00–8:30pm | light bites 7:00-7:15 | session 7:15 -8:00pm Cost: $36 If seeing is believing, and God cannot be seen, what are we to believe? Did God really speak to the Prophets? Does God still talk to us today? Does God hear our prayers? Rabbi Morgen will lead a discussion about these basic questions of faith. MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE SHABBAT SCHEDULE Oct 17/18LINK TO LIVESTREAM ALL SERVICES Shabbat Renewal Friday, October 17th 6:00pm Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, October 17th 6:30pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, October 18th 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, October 18th 9:30am Sermon by Rabbi Brian Strauss B'not Mitzvah of Miriam Kuperman and Mila Wolf
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, October 18th 9:30am | Reiches Hall
Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, October 18th 10:15am Join us each week for songs, prayers, dancing, stories, games and more! The program is led by Tobi Cooper.
Parsha Study Shabbat, October 18th 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, October 18th 6:15pm
Adult Learning Sunday, October 19th 9:00am The Fundamentals of Kabbalah Invitation to Judaism 9:30am Raising Jewish Parents 1.0 10:00am Highs and Lows: Our Communal Sorrows Introduction to Hebrew Prayerbook Hebrew 11:00am American Judaism MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
We want to hear from you! The goal of the clergy and staff at Beth Yeshurun is to make your High Holy Day experience as easy and meaningful as possible. Your feedback helps us continually improve. Please take a moment and complete the brief survey. Thank you for your input!Take survey here
B’nai Mitzvah Date Allocation Meeting: Monday, October 20 6:00pm If you have a student who will be having a B’nai Mitzvah between September 1, 2027 and August 31, 2028 (birth dates between 9/1/14-8/31/15), plan to attend this important meeting. The meeting will be in Freedman Levit Sanctuary and will be under an hour.
Programming Returns
Regular Programming Returns Next Week! Tuesday, October 21 (Rabbi Strauss in Israel) 12:00pm Open Play Mahjong -REGISTER HERE
Wednesday, October 22 7:45am Voices of Torah with Rabbi David Mendelson 11:30am YES Group - Lunch and Painting MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE 7:00pm Jewish Meditation Group
Thursday, October 23 9:00am Kids Meals/ SEARCH Bags Assembly 10:00am The Gathering Place
Friday, October 24 5:15pm Fourth Friday Happy Hour
100 Jewish Men
100 Jewish Men - Kicks off Wednesday, October 29 6:30pm Dinner 6:30PM | Program 7:00PM Program Only - $12 CBY members | $25 non-members Dinner & Program - $25 CBY members | $38 non-members For nearly a quarter of a century, this program has given men a space to grow as fathers, husbands, brothers, sons, friends, and Jews. We are kicking off the new year with none other than Benji Lovitt — a Tel Aviv-based comedian, native Texan, and fan favorite who always leaves us laughing and thinking. Check out this short clip of Benji. REGISTER HERE
Volunteer Choir
Love to Sing? Join our Volunteer Choir: Whether you are an experienced singer or simply love to join in, be part of this musical community. We would really love to add some male voices to our choir. The next practice is Wednesday, October 29 at 5:30pm and the choir will sing at Shabbat Renewal on December 19. For more information, contact Julie Sacks at jsacks@bethyeshurun.org
Social Action: Food Drive
Food Drive through November 2! Help donate to those who are hungry! We are accepting canned food and non-perishable items. Collection bins are outside of Freedman Levit and in the administration wing. Most needed items include: crackers, cereal, granola and protein bars, pasta, and pull-top tuna and soup cans. We cannot accept baby food or perishable items.
Rabbi Fort's Parenting Classes
Raising Jewish Parents 1.0 3 Sundays (Oct. 19, Jan. 11, March 20) | 9:30-11:00am | 9:30-10:00am schmooze & nosh | 10:00-11:00am session | Cost: $36 Join Rabbi Fort and community professionals as we explore topics of interest to parents of children aged 3-7. Babysitting available with registration. Session 1 - Little people ask BIG questions! Join Rabbi Fort and Licensed Clinical Social Worker and CBY parent Marisa Nowitz to discuss strategies for these questions and much more! REGISTER HERE
Raising Jewish Parents 2.0 4 Sundays (Nov. 2, Dec. 7, Feb 22, April 12) | 9:30-11:00am | 9:30-10:00am schmooze & nosh | 10:00-11:00am session | Cost: $36 Join Rabbi Fort and community professionals as we explore topics of interest to parents of childrenaged 8-12. Babysitting available with registration. REGISTER HERE
Cooking With Chef Damen
Join us on Sunday, November 16 at 10:00am for this exciting new class with Chef Damen that got rave reviews from the first session. This next class session will be Thanksgiving themed. This is a fun, interactive, and hands-on class. We’ll start with lite bites and a morning cocktail, and at the end you’ll enjoy the fruits of your labor with old and new friends. Spaces are limited, so reserve your place now!. MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
Send Us Your Simchas!
Life's most joyful milestones deserve to be celebrated with our entire Beth Yeshurun family. We invite you to share your births and weddings by sending us your photos and good news at mara.segal@bethyeshurun.org. We'll feature them in upcoming issues of The Message so the whole community can share in your celebration. There's nothing quite like the joy of celebrating these precious moments together.
Our goal is to make your High Holy Day experience as easy and meaningful as possible.
High Holy Day- Rosh Hashanah Service Schedule
Erev Rosh Hashanah Monday | September 22
Campus & Administrative Offices Closure 12:00pm For those needing to resolve account issues, pick up tickets, or handle other High Holy Day matters, our administrative offices will close at 12:00PM tomorrow (Monday).
After that time, tickets held in will call may be picked up beginning at 5:00PM. Please note that we will be unable to address account issues during the Chag.
Administrative offices will reopen on Thursday, September 24th.
Erev Rosh Hashanah Services Monday | September 22
Barg Sanctuary 6:00PM Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort at approximately 6:30PM
J.B. Greenfield Chapel 6:00PM
Museum Minyan 6:00PM
Rosh Hashanah Day 1 Tuesday | September 23
Barg Sanctuary 8:30AM First Shofar blast at approximately 10:00AM Sermon by Rabbi Brian Strauss at approximately 11:00AM
J.B. Greenfield Chapel 8:30AM
Museum Minyan 9:00AM
Freedman Levit Sanctuary Preschool Service 9:00AM Grade School Service 10:00AM Sensory Sensitive Service 4:30PM
Tashlich 6:00PM Meet in the administrative parking lot and we will walk over to the bayou together for Tashlich to cast our breadcrumbs into the bayou. Also, we will have a special shofar blowing at the bayou!
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:15PM
Rosh Hashanah Day 2 Wednesday | September 24
Barg Sanctuary 8:30AM First Shofar blast at approximately 10:00AM Sermon by Rabbi David Mendelson at approximately 11:00AM
J.B. Greenfield Chapel 8:30AM
Museum Minyan 9:00AM
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma'ariv 7:00PM
Cemetery Services | Kever Avot Sunday | September 28
Allen Parkway 10:00AM Shearith Israel (Wharton) 10:00AM Post Oak 11:00AM
Support our High Holy Day Appeal
Thank you to all who have supported the High Holy Day Appeal, past and present! The High Holiday season calls us to look inward and reach outward—to care for one another and strengthen the community we call home. Your generosity has helped us welcome new families, teach our children, and create a space where Jewish life can thrive. A special heartfelt thank you to those who have joined our Tzedakah Society, by donating $1800 or more to the Appeal. This year, please consider increasing your Appeal donation by 10% to help us reach our $400,000 High Holy Day Appeal goal. Thank you! MORE INFO AND DONATE
Live Streaming
The viewing box for streaming the Main Sanctuary Services can be found in the middle of our home page, as well as on our streaming video page. The Main Sanctuary Services will also be streamed on our Facebook Page and YouTube Channel. All services can be found at the links below and will be archived for later viewing at your convenience. Barg Sanctuary J.B. Greenfield Chapel Museum Minyan Beth Yeshurun YouTube Channel Beth Yeshurun Facebook Page
Dedicated Spaces
For those who need to step away from services, we have several dedicated spaces returning this year. The Main Sanctuary Service will be live streamed in each indoor area, ensuring that everyone stays connected. Additionally, there will be a Mother’s Room with limited refrigeration to provide a comfortable and distraction-free environment for feeding infants. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all members of our congregation.
Sensory Sensitive Rosh Hashanah Service
The community is invited to Congregation Beth Yeshurun for our annual Sensory Sensitive Rosh Hashanah service on Day 1 of Rosh Hashanah, Tuesday, September 23 at 4:30pm in Freedman Levit. This fully inclusive service is designed for all ages and abilities, with their families, caregivers, friends, and allies. Devices, fidgets, headphones, movements, and participation of all k inds are encouraged! The service is free and open to the community - a High Holy Day ticket is not required. We would like everyone to participate according to their abilities - Click here for more information.oes here!
Names can still be submitted for the Yom Kippur and Shemini Atzeret Yizkor Addendum. To submit names, for Yom Kippur, submit the yizkor form online by Friday, September 26 and for Shemini Atzeret by Friday, October 10. Our Congregational Yizkor Book will feature names of loved ones and be available at the synagogue, by mail, or online. 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. We appreciate your support and hope the Yizkor Book brings comfort.
Shanah Tovah! As we prepare to welcome the New Year, I’m excited to share that this fall marks the 24th year of 100 Jewish Men in our congregation. For nearly a quarter of a century, this program has given men a space to grow as fathers, husbands, brothers, sons, friends, and Jews. Together, through inspiring speakers and meaningful conversations, we’ve built a community that explores what too often goes unspoken in our lives at work and at home.
This year promises to be one of our best yet. We’ll kick things off on Wednesday, October 29 with none other than Benji Lovitt — a Tel Aviv-based comedian, native Texan, and fan favorite who always leaves us laughing and thinking.
Mark your calendars now! In just a few weeks, you’ll receive the full season schedule, registration details, and everything you need to be part of another unforgettable year.
I can’t wait to see all of you over the holidays and throughout this exciting new season of 100 Jewish Men.
Wisdom of Torah with Rabbi Brian Strauss Tuesday, September 16th 7:45am Rabbi Brian Strauss teaches his Tuesday morning class as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy! Open Play Mahjong Tuesday, September 16th 12:00pm Join us for open-play Mahjong (Tuesday afternoons). We will also have canasta and other card games. Bring your own tiles and cards for a fun, casual game with old and new friends It is free to play and a dairy snack pack can be purchased online.Purchase Snack Packs and Register
Sushi & Sips with Sisterhood and Sara Mendelson Tuesday, September 16th 5:00pm Join Sisterhood’s cocktail reception to officially welcome Sara Mendelson to the Beth Yeshurun Family. All are welcome! Please register REGISTER HERE Voices of Torah with Rabbi David Mendelson Wednesday, September 17th 7:45am Rabbi David Mendelson teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
YES Group Bingo! Wednesday, September 17th 11:30am 11:30 am Lunch | 12:15pm Bingo | $10 per person Come out and join our YES (Youthful Energetic Seniors) for lunch, schmooze, and bingo! Price includes kosher lunch, bingo cards, and prizes. Open to all seniors in the community. REGISTER HERE
Volunteer Choir Practice Wednesday, September 17th 5:30pm All are welcome to join this musical community led by Music Director, Julie Sacks. Whether you are an experienced singer or simply love to sing along, we’d love for you to join us. No registration is required.
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, September 17th 7:00pm 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 Bag Assembly Thursday, September 18th 9:00am 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
B'reishit: For First Time Expectant Parents Thursday, September 18th 7:00pm (Final Session)
Unlocking the Gates: A Journey Through the High Holy Days Machzor Thursday, September 18th 8:00pm (Final Session) SHABBAT SCHEDULE Sept 19/20LINK TO LIVESTREAM ALL SERVICES Shabbat Renewal Friday, September 19th 6:00pm Guest Speaker Randi Sonenshein, (Director ADL Texas and Oklahoma Region)
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, September 19th 6:30pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, September 20th 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, September 20th 9:30am Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, September 20th 9:30am | Reiches Hall
Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, September 20th 10:15am Join us each week for songs, prayers, dancing, stories, games and more! The program is led by Tobi Cooper.
Parsha Study Shabbat, September 20th 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, September 20th 6:45pm
Adult Learning Opportunities Sunday, September 21th 9:00am The Fundamentals of Kabbalah Invitation to Judaism 10:00am Highs and Lows: Our Communal Sorrows MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
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.
Join Sisterhood’s cocktail reception Tuesday, September 16th 5:00-7:00 pm to officially welcome Sara Mendelson to the Beth Yeshurun Family. Other than being the wife of our newest rabbi, Sara loves museums, Broadway, Disneyland, and has been a guest on the hit podcast, “Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me.” All are welcome! Please register REGISTER HERE
Randi Sonenshein from ADL To Speak at CBY
We are excited that Randi Sonenshein, Director, ADL Texas and Oklahoma Region, based in Houston will be a guest speaker at Shabbat Renewal Services on Friday, September 19th at 6:00pm. Randi leads the Houston ADL's mission to fight hate and bigotry through education, community partnerships, advocacy, and legal efforts to protect individual rights and build safer and more inclusive communities. As the granddaughter of four Holocaust survivors and the daughter of immigrants, she brings a personal commitment to ADL’s mission to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and secure justice and fair treatment for all. Randi is a graduate of Stanford University and holds a certificate in Finance and Accounting from Rice University.
An Evening with Yoni Asseraf
On Wednesday, Sept. 17 6:00pm FIDF Young Leaders Houston invites you to an inspiring evening with Yoni Asseraf, a former IDF Special Forces soldier and recipient of Israel’s Medal of Courage. Known as one of Israel’s most dynamic speakers, Yoni shares powerful stories of resilience, leadership, and service. Open to the community. Location provided upon registration. $36 | REGISTER HERE
Adult Education Registration Open
New Adult Learning opportunities are beginning throughout the fall. There are many other classes starting soon, so please check out the Adult Learning page on our website. Registration is required for all classes. MORE INFO AND REGISTRATION Questions? Contact Sheryl Eskowitz, Director of Congregational Learning, at seskowitz@bethyeshurun.orgor 713.255.8040
Send Us Your Simchas!
Life's most joyful milestones deserve to be celebrated with our entire Beth Yeshurun family. We invite you to share your births and weddings by sending us your photos and good news at mara.segal@bethyeshurun.org. We'll feature them in upcoming issues of The Message so the whole community can share in your celebration. There's nothing quite like the joy of celebrating these precious moments together.
Wisdom of Torah with Rabbi Brian Strauss Tuesday, September 9th 7:45am Rabbi Brian Strauss teaches his Tuesday morning class as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy! Open Play Mahjong Tuesday, September 9th 12:00pm (New Time!) Join us for open-play Mahjong (Tuesday afternoons). We will also have canasta and other card games. Bring your own tiles and cards for a fun, casual game with old and new friends It is free to play and a dairy snack pack can be purchased online.Purchase Snack Packs and Register
Voices of Torah with Rabbi David Mendelson Wednesday, September 10th 7:45am Rabbi David Mendelson teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
Volunteer Choir Practice Wednesday, September 10th 5:30pm All are welcome to join this musical community led by Music Director, Julie Sacks. Whether you are an experienced singer or simply love to sing along, we’d love for you to join us. No registration is required.
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday,September 10th 7:00pm Explore tools for mindfulness, find a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting. MORE INFO
B'reishit: For First Time Expectant Parents Thursday, September 11th 7:00pm (Session 3)
Unlocking the Gates: A Journey Through the High Holy Days Machzor Thursday, September 11th 7:00pm (Session 3) SHABBAT SCHEDULE Sept 12/13LINK TO LIVESTREAM ALL SERVICES Shabbat Renewal Friday, September 12th 6:00pm Installation of Rabbi David Mendelson Celebratory Oneg to Follow Services
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, September 12th 6:30pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, September 13th 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, September 13th 9:30am Sermon by Rabbi David Mendelson
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, September 13th 9:30am | Reiches Hall
MyShabbat Shabbat, September 13th 9:30am An interactive, engaging, and educational Shabbat service for 2nd through 6th grade students and their families.
Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, September 13th 10:15am Join us each week for songs, prayers, dancing, stories, games and more! The program is led by Tobi Cooper.
Parsha Study Shabbat, September 13th 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, September 13th 7:00pm
Adult Learning Opportunities Sunday, September 14th 9:00am The Fundamentals of Kabbalah Invitation to Judaism with Rabbi Steven Morgen (year long course) 10:00am Highs and Lows: Our Communal Sorrows MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
Middle School Kickoff Social Sunday, September 14th |12:45 -4:45pm | Andretti Indoor Karting Get ready to experience the thrill of high-speed go-kart racing, the excitement of laser tag battles, and the endless fun of arcade games—all in one amazing day. Registration is requried and includes kosher snacks and bus transportation. Kids Only. Cost: $25 per child. REGISTER HERE AND SIGN WAIVER
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.
"When lies and misinformation are amplified, at stake are people's lives, and those who amplify them are responsible for what happens."
We hope everyone will join us this Friday, September 12th at 6:00pm when we will officially install Rabbi David Mendelson as Congregation Beth Yeshurun’s Assistant Rabbi as part of our Shabbat Renewal Service. A celebratory oneg will follow the service. We hope to see everyone at this truly special evening.
Selichot
Start the High Holy Days with Selichot Saturday, September 13 at 8:30pm. Selichot are special prayers of repentance and forgiveness that begin late on the Saturday night prior to Rosh Hashanah and continue through Yom Kippur. These moving prayers, recited together as a community, help prepare our hearts and souls for the spiritual journey of the High Holy Days, creating a bridge between our everyday lives and this most sacred time of year.
Following a dessert reception, there will be a clergy panel with Rabbis Brian Strauss, Sarah Fort, David Mendelson, and Ranon Teller of Brith Shalom and moderated by Steven Sheldon. This will also be our first chance to hear the High Holy Day Choir and see our new white Torah covers that were purchased with the donations from the Year End Fundraiser.
Sushi & Sips with Sara Mendelson
Join Sisterhood’s cocktail reception Tuesday, September 16th 5:00-7:00 pm to officially welcome Sara Mendelson to the Beth Yeshurun Family. Other than being the wife of our newest rabbi, Sara loves museums, Broadway, Disneyland, and has been a guest on the hit podcast, “Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me.” All are welcome! Please register REGISTER HERE
Randi Sonenshein from ADL To Speak at CBY
We are excited to announce that Randi Sonenshein, Director, ADL Texas and Oklahoma Region, based in Houston will be a guest speaker at Shabbat Renewal Services on Friday, September 19th at 6:00pm. Randi leads the Houston ADL's mission to fight hate and bigotry through education, community partnerships, advocacy, and legal efforts to protect individual rights and build safer and more inclusive communities. As the granddaughter of four Holocaust survivors and the daughter of immigrants, she brings a personal commitment to ADL’s mission to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and secure justice and fair treatment for all. Randi is a graduate of Stanford University and holds a certificate in Finance and Accounting from Rice University.
Adult Education Registration Open
New Adult Learning opportunities are beginning throughout the fall. There are many other classes starting soon, so please check out the Adult Learning page on our website. Registration is required for all classes. MORE INFO AND REGISTRATION Questions? Contact Sheryl Eskowitz, Director of Congregational Learning, at seskowitz@bethyeshurun.orgor 713.255.8040
Sisterhood Gift Shop Sale!
Ends September 14th - one week left! 20% off the ENTIRE STORE* Tue.-Thu. 10:00am-4:00pm Fri. and Sun.10:00 am-1:00pm Closed Saturday and Monday giftshop@bethyeshurun.org 713.255.8021 *some exclusions apply
Send Us Your Simchas!
Life's most joyful milestones deserve to be celebrated with our entire Beth Yeshurun family. We invite you to share your births and weddings by sending us your photos and good news at mara.segal@bethyeshurun.org. We'll feature them in upcoming issues of The Message so the whole community can share in your celebration. There's nothing quite like the joy of celebrating these precious moments together.
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Open Play Mahjong Tuesday, September 2nd 1:00pm (Note - next Tuesday, Sept. 9th, we will begin at 12pm) Join us for open-play Mahjong (Tuesday afternoons). We will also have canasta and other card games. Bring your own tiles and cards for a fun, casual game with old and new friends It is free to play and a dairy snack pack can be purchased online.Purchase Snack Packs and Register
Voices of Torah with Rabbi David Mendelson Wednesday, September 3rd 7:45am Rabbi David Mendelson teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
Volunteer Choir Practice Wednesday, September 3rd 5:30pm (NEW TIME!) All are welcome to join this musical community led by Music Director, Julie Sacks. Whether you are an experienced singer or simply love to sing along, we’d love for you to join us. No registration is required.
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday,September 3rd 7:00pm Explore tools for mindfulness, find a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting. MORE INFO
Sisterhood Challah Bake Thursday, September 4th 6:00pm The annual Challah Bake, led by Sandra Finkelman is just days away! Whether you are a beginner or an expert, this class is for you! Get our famous recipe and make your dough to bake at home. Open to all. Cost: $10 per adult, $18 per family. Kids and grandkids are welcome. REGISTER HERE
B'reishit: For First Time Expectant Parents Thursday, September 4th 7:00pm (Session 2)
Unlocking the Gates: A Journey Through the High Holy Days Machzor Thursday, September 4th 7:00pm (Session 2) SHABBAT SCHEDULE Sept 5/6LINK TO LIVESTREAM ALL SERVICES
Tot Shabbat! Friday, September 5th 5:00pm | Reiches Hall Toddlers & Preschoolers join us for a musical Shabbat with Rabbi Sarah Fort and Hailey Arnold followed by challah and more fun! MORE INFO
Shabbat Renewal Friday, September 5th 6:00pm Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, September 5th 6:30pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, September 6th 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, September 6th 9:30am Bar MItzvah of Benjamin Rosenfeld Sermon by Rabbi Brian Strauss
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, September 6th 9:30am | Reiches Hall
Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, September 6th 10:15am Join us each week for songs, prayers, dancing, stories, games and more! The program is led by Tobi Cooper.
Parsha Study Shabbat, September 6th 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, September 6th 7:15pm
Adult Learning Opportunities Sunday, September 7th 9:00am 9:00-10:00am The Fundamentals of Kabbalah with Rabbi Danny Horwitz (year long course) 9:00-10:00am Invitation to Judaism with Rabbi Steven Morgen (year long course) 10:00-11:00am Highs and Lows: Our Communal Sorrows with Rabbi Danny Horwitz Registration required for all courses MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
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.
"In Judaism, forgiveness never means forgetting, it never means excusing - it means recognizing the humanity in others by believing that change is possible through the genuine process of teshuvah. Would it not be a better world if we could all forgive and be forgiven?"
Life's most joyful milestones deserve to be celebrated with our entire Beth Yeshurun family. We invite you to share your births and weddings by sending us your photos and good news at mara.segal@bethyeshurun.org. We'll feature them in upcoming issues of The Message so the whole community can share in your celebration. There's nothing quite like the joy of celebrating these precious moments together.
Challah Bake
The annual challah bake is this Thursday, September 4th 6:00-7:30pm. Kick off the Sisterhood program year with our annual Challah Bake, led by Sandra Finkelman. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, this class is for you! Get our famous recipe and make your dough to bake at home. Open to all. Cost: $10 per adult, $18 per family. Kids and grandkids are welcome.Reserve your spot before they are all gone! REGISTER HERE
Kids Social Kick off Events
Kick off Social for Elementary aged kids in grades K-5! Sunday, September 7th | 12:45-3PM in Beechnut Lobby | $15 per child Come tie dye with Michelle Renfrow and your friends at Beth Yeshurun! This event includes a Kosher lunch, popsicles and all tie dye supplies. We will provide items to tie dye, but feel free to bring your own items. MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
Kick off Social for Middle Schoolers! Sunday September 14th |12:45 - 4:45pm | Andretti Indoor Karting & Games | $25 per child Get ready to experience the thrill of high-speed go-kart racing, the excitement of laser tag battles, and the endless fun of arcade games—all in one amazing day. Registration is requried and includes kosher snacks and bus transportation. REGISTER HERE AND SIGN WAIVER
Rabbi Mendelson's Installation
We hope everyone will join us on Friday, September 12th at 6:00pm when we will officially install Rabbi David Mendelson as Congregation Beth Yeshurun’s Assistant Rabbi as part of our Shabbat Renewal Service. A celebratory oneg will follow the service. We hope to see everyone at this truly special evening.
Selichot
Start the High Holy Days with Selichot Saturday, September 13 at 8:30pm. Following a dessert reception, there will be a clergy panel with Rabbis Brian Strauss, Sarah Fort, David Mendelson, and Ranon Teller of Brith Shalom and moderated by Steven Sheldon. This will also be our first chance to hear the High Holy Day Choir and see our new white Torah covers that were purchased with the donations from the Year End Fundraiser.
Sushi & Sips with Sara Mendelson
Join Sisterhood’s cocktail reception Tuesday, Sept. 16th 5:00-7:00 pm to officially welcome Sara Mendelson to the Beth Yeshurun Family. Other than being the wife of our newest rabbi, Sara loves museums, Broadway, Disneyland, and has been a guest on the hit podcast, “Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me.” All are welcome! Please register REGISTER HERE
Adult Education Registration Open
New Adult Learning opportunities are beginning in September. Rabbi Danny Horwitz begins his “Fundamentals of Kabbalah” class and the first of the Melton series on September 7th. There are many other classes starting soon, so please check out the Adult Learning page on our website. Registration is required for all classes. MORE INFO AND REGISTRATION Questions? Contact Sheryl Eskowitz, Director of Congregational Learning, at seskowitz@bethyeshurun.org or 713.255.8040
Sisterhood Gift Shop Sale!
September 2nd-14th - two weeks only! 20% off the ENTIRE STORE* Tue.-Thu. 10:00am-4:00pm Fri. and Sun. 10:00 am-1:00pm Closed Saturday and Monday giftshop@bethyeshurun.org 713.255.8021 *some exclusions apply
Barg Sanctuary 8:30AM First Shofar blast at approximately 10:00AM Sermon at approximately 10:30AM J.B. Greenfield Chapel 8:30AM Museum Minyan 9:00AM J.B. Greenfi eld Chapel Mincha/Ma'ariv 7:00PM
Cemetery Services | Kever Avot Sunday | September 28
Allen Parkway 10:00AM Shearith Israel (Wharton) 10:00AM Post Oak 11:00AM
Kol Nidre Wednesday | October 1
J.B. Greenfield Chapel 6:30PM Museum Minyan 6:30PM Barg Sanctuary Service 7:00PM Sermon at approximately 8:00PM
Yom Kippur Thursday | October 2
Barg Shacharit and Torah Service: 9:30AM Sermon (approximate) 11:30AM Yizkor (approximate) 12:00PM Musaf Service and Holocaust Speaker 12:45PM Jews by Choice Speakers: 2:30PM Teen-Led Mincha 4:00PM Sermon at approximately 5:15PM Neilah 6:15PM
Freedman Levit Sanctuary Preschool Service 9:00AM Grade School Service 10:00AM
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Morning Service 9:00AM Mincha 5:00PM Neilah 6:20PM
Museum Minyan Morning Service 9:30PM Study Session 4:45PM Mincha 5:15PM Neilah 6:30PM Final Blast of the Shofar 7:30PM
Yizkor Yom Kippur Addendum: September 26th Shemeni Atzeret Addendum: October 6th Submit Yizkor Names
Saturday September 13 8:30 PM We begin with a dessert reception followed by a panel discussion with clergy from Beth Yeshurun and Brith Shalom. This will also be our first chance to hear Cantor Goldman and the High Holy Day Choir!
Afterwards we will change the mantles of our Torah scrolls to our new High Holy Day whites. These are the new white Torah covers that were made possible through your generous donations during last year’s high holiday appeal.
Kids' Services and Childcare
Preschool Services: 9:00 AM for Rosh Hashanah Day 1 and Yom Kippur Rabbi David Mendelson and Cantoral Apprentice Kathleen Holder Freedman Levit Grade School Services 10:00 AM for Rosh Hashanah Day 1 and Yom Kippur Rabbi Sarah Fort and Cantoral Apprentice Kathleen Holder Freedman Levit Childcare Erev Rosh Hashanah | September 22 5:30-8:00PM Kol Nidre | October 1 6:00-8:30PM Yom Kippur | October 2 9:00PM-1:00PM and 4:00-7:30PM Preregistration Required
College Student Connections
Your college student will receive a special gift to start the year, followed by holiday packages from our Sisterhood. It’s a wonderful way to stay connected with Beth Yeshurun while away at school! Please complete the 2025-2026 form by September 5th to ensure that your student receives their gift in time for the High Holy Days.
Aliyot and Kibbudim
We invite you to participate in our High Holy Day services through meaningful honors such as having an aliyah or opening and closing the ark. These sacred roles are considered a great privilege during our most important services of the year. Please use the link below to indicate which services you plan to attend. You can also specify whether you are able to read a Torah portion or Haftorah. Don't worry if you're not comfortable with Hebrew reading—there are meaningful ways for everyone to participate! We will do our best to accommodate as many congregants as possible with these special honors.Sign up for a High Holy Day Honor
High Holy Day Tickets
High Holy Day tickets for members in good standing, will be mailed out next week. All High Holy Day information including childcare registration and ordering Meals-to-Go for Rosh Hashanah will be mailed and can also be found atHigh Holy Day Website If you have any outstanding account issues, Mindi Stern, our Membership Director, is available to assist you. As we are in one of the busiest times of the year, we strongly encourage you to address any account issues as soon as possible. Mindi can be reached at 713.666.1881, ext. 360 or mstern@ bethyeshurun.org Accounts paid through June 2025 are considered to be in good standing. Tickets will be held until the account is current. Payments can be made online, by phone, mailed or brought to the synagogue. Payments cannot be processed or account cleared on the High Holy Days.
Support our High Holy Day Appeal
Thank you to all who have supported the High Holy Day Appeal, past and present! The High Holiday season calls us to look inward and reach outward—to care for one another and strengthen the community we call home. Your generosity has helped us welcome new families, teach our children, and create a space where Jewish life can thrive. This year, please consider increasing your Appeal donation by 10% to help us reach our $400,000 High Holy Day Appeal goal. Thank you! MORE INFO AND DONATE
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Rosh Chodesh Elul / 1 Elul Monday, August 25th Last month of 5785
Wisdom of Torah with Rabbi Brian Strauss Tuesday, August 26th 7:45am Rabbi Brian Strauss resumes his Wednesday morning class as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
Open Play Mahjong Tuesday, August 26th 1:00pm Join us for the first weekly session of open-play Mahjong (Tuesday afternoons). We will also have canasta and other card games. Bring your own tiles and cards for a fun, casual game with old and new friends It is free to play and a dairy snack pack can be purchased online.Purchase Snack Packs and Register
Voices of Torah with Rabbi David Mendelson Wednesday, August 27th 7:45am Rabbi David Mendelson teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
Volunteer Choir Practice Wednesday, August 27th 6:00pm All are welcome to join this musical community led by Music Director, Julie Sacks. Whether you are an experienced singer or simply love to sing along, we’d love for you to join us. No registration is required. MORE INFO
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, August 27th 7:00pm 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, August 28th 10:00am 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.MORE INFO
B'reishit: For First Time Expectant Parents Thursday, August 28th 7:00 (First of four sessions) Join Rabbi Fort and local professionals for a 4-part series designed especially for first time expectant parents. Only one spot left! Preregistration is required MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
Unlocking the Gates: A Journey Through the High Holy Days Machzor Thursday, August 28th 7:00 (First of four sessions) This class, led by Rabbi David Mendelson aims to uncover the historical roots, theological meanings, and emotional resonance of the special prayers of the High Holy Days, helping you approach the Days of Awe with deeper understanding and greater intention. Preregistration required MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE SHABBAT SCHEDULE Aug 29/30LINK TO LIVESTREAM ALL SERVICES
Shabbat Renewal Friday, August 29th 6:00pm Sermon by Rabbi Brian Strauss
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, August 29th 6:30pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, August 30th 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, August 30th 9:30am Bat MItzvah of Ella Fleishman Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, August 30th 9:30am | Reiches Hall
(No Shabbat Shalom For Young Children this week)
Parsha Study Shabbat, August 30th 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, August 30th 7:30pm
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.
"Happiness is something we can feel alone but joy is something that you share with others. Blessings are not measured by how much we own or earn or spend or possess, but by how much we share"
Life's most joyful milestones deserve to be celebrated with our entire Beth Yeshurun family. We invite you to share your births and weddings by sending us your photos and good news at mara.segal@bethyeshurun.org. We'll feature them in The Message (the next one comes out in the beginning of October) so the whole community can share in your celebration. There's nothing quite like the joy of celebrating these precious moments together.
Sisterhood Challah Bake
Mark your calendars for Thursday, September 4th 6:00-7:30pm. Kick off the Sisterhood program year with our annual Challah Bake, led by Sandra Finkelman. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, this class is for you! Get our famous recipe and make your dough to bake at home. Open to all. Cost: $10 per adult, $18 per family. Kids and grandkids are welcome.Reserve your spot before they are all gone! Register by September 1st
Kids Social Kick off Events
Kick off for Elementary aged kids in grades K-5! Sunday, September 7th | 12:45-3PM in Beechnut Lobby | $15 per child Come tie dye with Michelle Renfrow and your friends at Beth Yeshurun! This event includes a Kosher lunch, popsicles and all tie dye supplies. We will provide items to tie dye, but feel free to bring your own items. MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
Kick off Event for Middle Schoolers! Sunday September 14th |12:45 - 4:45pm | Andretti Indoor Karting & Games | $25 per child Get ready to experience the thrill of high-speed go-kart racing, the excitement of laser tag battles, and the endless fun of arcade games—all in one amazing day. Registration is requried and includes kosher snacks and bus transportation. REGISTER HERE AND SIGN WAIVER
Rabbi Mendelson's Installation
We hope everyone will join us on Friday, September 12th at 6:00pm when we will officially install Rabbi Mendelson as Congregation Beth Yeshurun’s Assistant Rabbi as part of our Shabbat Renewal Service. A special festive oneg will follow the service.
Sushi & Sips with Sara Mendelson
Join Sisterhood’s cocktail reception Tuesday, Sept. 16th 5:00-7:00 pm to officially welcome Sara Mendelson to the Beth Yeshurun Family. Other than being the wife of our newest rabbi, Sara loves museums, Broadway, Disneyland, and has been a guest on the hit podcast, “Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me.” All are welcome! Please register REGISTER HERE
Adult Education Registration Open
Many new adult learning opportunities are beginning in September. There are too many classes to list here, so please check out the Adult Learning page on our website to see the full offerings and schedule. Registration is required for all classes Visit our website to see our full offerings and grab your spot today! Questions? Contact Sheryl Eskowitz, Director of Congregational Learning, at seskowitz@bethyeshurun.org or 713.255.8040
Sisterhood Gift Shop Sale!
September 2nd-14th - two weeks only! 20% off the ENTIRE STORE* Regular Hours Resume September 2nd Tue.-Thu. 10:00am-4:00pm Fri. and Sun. 10:00 am-1:00pm giftshop@bethyeshurun.org 713.255.8021 *some exclusions apply
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Wisdom of Torah with Rabbi Brian Strauss Wednesday, August 19th 7:45am Rabbi Brian Strauss resumes his Wednesday morning class as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
Voices of Torah with Rabbi David Mendelson Wednesday, August 20th 7:45am Rabbi David Mendelson teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
Volunteer Choir Practice Wednesday, August 20th 6:00pm All are welcome to join this musical community led by Music Director, Julie Sacks. Whether you are an experienced singer or simply love to sing along, we’d love for you to join us. No registration is required. MORE INFO
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, August 20th 7:00pm 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 Bag Assembly Thursday, August 21st 9:00am 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. SHABBAT SCHEDULE Aug 22/23LINK TO LIVESTREAM ALL SERVICES
Fourth Friday Happy Hour Friday, August 22nd 5:15pm | Skylight Lobby Join us before Shabbat Renewal Services for a drink, light bites and some schmooze! This month, Marco will be making a refreshing Proseco cocktail with a splash of orange liqueur and cranberry juice in the spirit of the upcoming holidays.
Shabbat Renewal Friday, August 22nd 6:00pm Sermon by Rabbi David Mendelson
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, August 22nd 6:30pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, August 22nd 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, August 23th 9:30am Bar Mitzvah of Aviel Zadok Sermon by Rabbi Brian Strauss
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, August 23rd 9:30am | Reiches Hall Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, August 23rd 10:15am Join us each week for songs, prayers, dancing, stories, games and more! The program is led by Tobi Cooper.
Parsha Study Shabbat, August 23rd 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, August 23rd 7:30pm
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.
"This past Friday, I shared a deeply personal story about a moment that tested my values. While visiting my daughter at college with my whole family, someone make a blatant antisemitic remark in front of 300 people—on a microphone for all to hear. In that instant, I faced a choice that many of us dread: stay silent or speak up? What happened next became a powerful reminder about the importance of calling out antisemitism and not letting lies and tropes go unchallenged. Watch the full sermon to discover how one uncomfortable moment unfolded" . - Rabbi Brian Strauss
Friday, August 22 is the deadline for donating to our kids underwear drive. On Sunday, August 24, we'll assemble packages as a community from 2:00-4:00pm. Our friends from HCRJ will be joining us with all they have collected during their drive. Feel free to bring kids or friends. You can also donate directly through the Amazon Wish List.MORE INFO.
Rosh Chodesh Elul
Our Rosh Chodesh program returns on Sunday, August 24 at 4:00pm for all Jewish women (Bat Mitzvah age and up). Join local artist Michelle Renfrow as we create beautiful glass-etched and painted honey vessels in preparation for the High Holy Days. Led by Rabbi Sarah Fort, this hands-on session offers a meaningful way to connect with the season. Cost: $10. Spaces are limited—register today! MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
Open Mahjong And Canasta!
Join us for Weekly Mahjong & Canasta! NEW! Starting Tuesday, August 26th from 1:00-3:00pm, we're launching weekly open-play Mahjong sessions every Tuesday afternoon. We will also have canasta and other card games. Bring your own tiles and cards for a fun, casual game with old and new friends. The Sisterhood Gift Shop sells Mahjong cards and merchandise. Details: Free to play Kosher dairy snack packs available for $10 Bring your own group or join others when you arrive We won't be organizing foursomes, so come ready to mingle! All skill levels welcome. See you at the tables!Purchase Snack Packs and Register
Sisterhood Challah Bake
Mark your calendars for Thursday, September 4th 6:00-7:30pm. Kick off the Sisterhood program year with our annual Challah Bake, led by Sandra Finkelman. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, this class is for you! Get our famous recipe and make your dough to bake at home. Open to all. Cost: $10 per adult, $18 per family. Kids and grandkids are welcome.Register by September 1st
Kick off Event for Elementary Aged Kids
Calling all elementary aged kids in grades K-5! Sunday, September 7th | 12:45-3PM in Beechnut Lobby | $15 per child Come tie dye with Michelle Renfrow and your friends at Beth Yeshurun! This event includes a Kosher lunch, popsicles and all tie dye supplies. We will provide items to tie dye, but feel free to bring your own items. MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
Rabbi Mendelson's Installation
We hope everyone will join us on Friday, September 12 at 6:00pm when we will officially install Rabbi Mendelson as Congregation Beth Yeshurun’s Assistant Rabbi as part of our Shabbat Renewal Service. A special festive oneg will follow the service.
Sushi & Sips with Sara Mendelson
Join Sisterhood’s cocktail reception Tuesday, Sept. 16 5:00-7:00 pm to officially welcome Sara Mendelson to the Beth Yeshurun Family. Other than being the wife of our newest rabbi, Sara loves museums, Broadway, Disneyland, and has been a guest on the hit podcast, “Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me.” All are welcome!
Adult Education Registration Open
New Adult Learning opportunities are beginning in August and September. There are too many classes to list here, so please check out the Adult Learning page on our website to see the full offerings and schedule. Registration is required for all classes Visit our website to see our full offerings and grab your spot today! Questions? Contact Sheryl Eskowitz, Director of Congregational Learning, at seskowitz@bethyeshurun.org or 713.255.8040
High Holy Day Information
High Holy Day details, along with tickets for members in good standing, will be mailed out shortly. If you have any outstanding account issues, Mindi Stern, our Membership Director, is available to assist you. As we are in one of the busiest times of the year, we strongly encourage you to address any account issues promptly. Mindi can be reached at 713.666.1881, ext. 360 or mstern@ bethyeshurun.org All High Holy Day information including childcare registration and ordering Meals-to-Go for Rosh Hashanah can be found at High Holy Day Website
Support Our High Holy Day Appeal
Thank you to all who have supported the High Holy Day Appeal, past and present! The High Holiday season calls us to look inward and reach outward—to care for one another and strengthen the community we call home. Your generosity has helped us welcome new families, teach our children, and create a space where Jewish life can thrive. This year, please consider increasing your Appeal donation by 10% to help us reach our $400,000 High Holy Day Appeal goal. Thank you! MORE INFO AND DONATE
There are many Adult Learning opportunities at Congregation Beth Yeshurun this program year. All can be found atbethyeshurun.org/learn/adult-learning and we hope that you’ll take some time to read through all of our offerings. We hope that there is something for everyone!
Registration is now required for all classes prior to your attending classes, and that will be completed on the website.
Beth Yeshurun is excited to partner with the Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning to present some of our classes. We are pleased to be able to offer these classes to you at a deep discount.
For more information, please contact Sheryl Eskowitz, Director of Congregational Learning, at seskowitz@bethyeshurun.org or 713.255.8040.
Here is some brief information about classes that are starting soon, but please go to our website to learn more:
B’reishit: For First Time Expectant Parents Led by: Rabbi Sarah Fort
4 Weeks | Thursday evenings | August 28 - September 18 | 7 – 8:30p |light bites 7 -7:15 Cost: $36 per couple and includes a copy of the book The New Jewish Baby Book by Anita Diamant.
Join Rabbi Fort and local professionals for a 4-part series designed especially for first time expectant parents. Prepare for parenthood in a supportive community of expectant couples!
Unlocking the Gates: A Journey Through the High Holy Day Machzor Led by: Rabbi David Mendelson
4 Weeks Thursday evenings| August 28 - September 18| 7 – 8:30p | light bites 7 -7:15 Cost: $18 The High Holy Days are filled with powerful prayers, stirring poetry, and profound spiritual opportunities—if we know how to access them. Together, we’ll uncover the historical roots, theological meanings, and emotional resonance of these prayers, helping you approach the Days of Awe with deeper understanding and greater intention.
Invitation to Judaism Led by: Rabbi Steven Morgen
Year Long Course |September 7 – May 17 | Sundays 9:00 – 10:00am Cost: $100 + purchase of books on Amazon At Beth Yeshurun, we have a program that enables newcomers to Judaism to learn the basics of our way of life, our way of thinking about God, and our way of looking at the world. This class is open to anyone but is specially designed for newcomers to Judaism. Cantor Dorf's Introduction to Hebrew class at 10:00 is required for those taking Invitation to Judaism.
The Fundamentals of Kabbalah Led by: Rabbi Danny Horwitz
Year Long Course |September 7 – May 17 | Sundays 9:00 – 10:00am Cost: $36 Rabbi Horwitz will explain and present the basic ideas behind Kabbalah, along with how it became an important way to understand many aspects of Judaism, and other branches and central themes of Jewish mysticism.
Living Wisdom: A Year of Discovery Led by: Rabbi Danny Horwitz
24 Weeks | September 7 – March 29 | Sundays 10:00 – 11:00am Cost: $120 (Melton Course) Immerse yourself in an engaging Melton learning experience that combines multiple courses from Melton's Living Wisdom series. Register for all 24 weeks (4 courses- listed below in light green headings – 6 weeks each) to get the best deal or register for just 1 or 2 of the courses below (6 weeks each)! Read more on our website. Be sure to use the Coupon Codes given when registering to pay the heavily discounted rate!
Course 1: Highs and Lows: Our Communal Joys and Sorrows
6 Weeks |September 7, 14, 21; October 5, 12, 19|Sundays 10:00 – 11:00am Cost: $35 (Melton Course) Jewish history puts a new twist on the famous opening line “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.” Together, we look back on the moments that offer a deeper understanding of the Jewish people throughout the millennia — and inspire us in the present.
Course 2: Press Pause: Rest, Assured
6 Weeks |October 26; November 2, 9, 16, 23; December 7| Sundays 10:00 – 11:00am| Cost: $35 (Melton Course)
Course 3: Pray It Forward: God, Gratitude, and Gathering Together
6 Weeks | December 14; January 4 - February 1 | Sundays 10:00 – 11:00am Cost: $35 (Melton Course)
Course 4: OMG: Can You Believe?!
6 Weeks | February 8, 22; March 8, 15, 22, 29| Sundays 10:00 – 11:00am Cost: $35 (Melton Course)
How Do the Ten Commandments Fit Into the Modern World? Led by: Rabbi Brian Strauss
8 Wednesdays | September 10, November 12, December 10, January 14, February 11, March 11, April 15, May 6 | 12:00 – 1:30pm Cost: $80 How do the Ten Commandments speak to the world we live in today? Join Rabbi Strauss for a dynamic, engaging, and informal monthly discussion group. Limited spots available. Registration will open on Thursday morning, August 14.
Introduction to Hebrew Instructor: Cantor Diane Dorf
Year Long Course | October 5 – May 17 | Sundays 10:00 – 11:00am Cost: $100, which includes a book and flashcards Learn to read Hebrew and recognize essential prayer vocabulary. No prior knowledge is necessary. This course is open to everyone but is required for the Invitation to Judaism students.
Prayerbook Hebrew and More Instructor: Naomi Enav
Year Long Course | October 12 – May 17 |Sundays 10:00 – 11:00am Cost: $100, includes books. Have you been looking for a class to help you to understand the Hebrew in our prayerbooks and in the Bible? Or even speak with your Israeli friends and relatives? This is the class for you! Prerequisite is the ability to read Hebrew with vowels.
American Judaism: How It Got Started, Where It’s At, Where It’s Going Instructor: Rabbi David Rosen
6 Weeks: Sundays, October 5 - 26; November 2 - 9 |11:00am – 12:00pm Cost - $18 We will explore how the different movements within American Judaism came into being and how, over time, Judaism itself came to be re-defined by a cohort of religious and secular Jewish organizations.
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Voices of Torah with Rabbi David Mendelson Wednesday, August 13th 7:45am Rabbi David Mendelson teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
Volunteer Choir Practice Wednesday, August 13th 6:00pm All are welcome to join this musical community led by Music Director, Julie Sacks. Whether you are an experienced singer or simply love to sing along, we’d love for you to join us. No registration is required. MORE INFO
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, August 13th 7:00pm Explore tools for mindfulness, find a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting. MORE INFO
Cooking With Chef Damon NEW! Thursday, August 14th 5:30-8:30pm Join our new cooking class with talented Chef Damen featuring High Holiday recipes. Register soon—limited to 20 participants. Cost: $40. MORE INFO, FULL MENU AND REGISTRATION SHABBAT SCHEDULE Aug 15/16LINK TO LIVESTREAM ALL SERVICES Shabbat Renewal Friday, August 15th 6:00pm Sermon by Rabbi Brian Strauss
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, August 15th 6:30pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, August 16th 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, August 16th 9:30am Bar Mitzvah of Ben Ackerman Sermon by Rabbi David Mendelson
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, August 16th 9:30am | Reiches Hall Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, August 16th 10:15am Join us each week for songs, prayers, dancing, stories, games and more! The program is led by Tobi Cooper.
Parsha Study Shabbat, August 16th 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, August 16th 7:30pm
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.
NEW! Join our cooking class with talented Chef Damen! Our first session is Thursday, August 14th from 5:30-8:30pm featuring High Holy Day recipes. Whether you're a beginner or experienced cook, Chef Damen will guide you through delicious recipes and culinary techniques in this hands-on class. You'll enjoy eating what you create! Elevate your cooking skills while enjoying great food with friends. Register soon—limited to 20 participants. Cost: $40. MORE INFO, FULL MENU AND REGISTRATION
Adult Education Registration Open
New Adult Learning opportunities are beginning in August and September. The first two classes are beginning in August. Both classes meet on Thursday evenings from 7:00-8:30pm (August 28, September 4, 11 and 18)
B’reishit: For First Time Expectant Classes. Join Rabbi Fort and local professionals for series designed especially for first time expectant parents. Cost: $36 per couple, includes a copy of "The New Jewish Baby Book" by Anita Diamant. B'reishit Class Information and Registration Unlocking the Gates: A Journey Through the High Holy Day Machzor. Rabbi David Mendelson is leading a class that will help you approach the High Holy Days with deeper understanding and greater intention.Machzor Class Information and Registration
Many other classes begin in September.Visit our website to see our full offerings and grab your spot today!
Questions? Contact Sheryl Eskowitz, Director of Congregational Learning, at seskowitz@bethyeshurun.org or 713.255.8040
Undies for Everyone
Join us in supporting children in need through our partnership with Undies for Everyone! We are partnering with HCRJ and both synagogues are collecting new children’s underwear for kids in poverty or crisis through August 22. Collection bins will be in the administrative lobby and outside of Freedman Levit. On August 24, we'll assemble packages as a community from 2:00-4:00pm. You can also donate directly through anAmazon Wish List.MORE INFO.
Rosh Chodesh Elul
Our Rosh Chodesh program returns on Sunday, August 24 at 4:00pm for all Jewish women (Bat Mitzvah age and up). Join local artist Michelle Renfrow as we create beautiful glass-etched and painted honey vessels in preparation for the High Holy Days. Led by Rabbi Sarah Fort, this hands-on session offers a meaningful way to connect with the season. Cost: $10. Spaces are limited—register today! MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
Mahjong And Canasta!
Join us for Weekly Mahjong & Canastta! NEW! Starting Tuesday, August 26th from 1:00-3:00pm, we're launching weekly open-play Mahjong sessions every Tuesday afternoon. We will also have canasta and other card games. Bring your own tiles and cards for a fun, casual game with old and new friends. The Sisterhood Gift Shop sells Mahjong cards and merchandise. Details: Free to play Kosher dairy snack packs available for $10 Bring your own group or join others when you arrive We won't be organizing foursomes, so come ready to mingle! All skill levels welcome. See you at the tables!Purchase Snack Packs and Register
Sisterhood Challah Bake
Mark your calendars for Thursday, September 4th 6:00-7:30pm. Kick off the Sisterhood program year with our annual Challah Bake, led by Sandra Finkelman. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, this class is for you! Get our famous recipe and make your dough to bake at home. Open to all. Cost: $10 per adult, $18 per family. Kids and grandkids are welcome.Register by September 1st
High Holy Day Information
High Holy Day details, along with tickets for members in good standing, will be mailed out shortly. If you have any outstanding account issues, Mindi Stern, our Membership Director, is available to assist you. As we are in one of the busiest times of the year, we strongly encourage you to address any account issues promptly. Mindi can be reached at 713.666.1881, ext. 360 or mstern@ bethyeshurun.org All High Holy Day information including childcare registration and ordering Meals-to-Go for Rosh Hashanah can be found at High Holy Day Website
Support Our High Holy Day Appeal
Thank you to all who have supported the High Holy Day Appeal, past and present! The High Holiday season calls us to look inward and reach outward—to care for one another and strengthen the community we call home. Your generosity has helped us welcome new families, teach our children, and create a space where Jewish life can thrive. This year, please consider increasing your Appeal donation by 10% to help us reach our $400,000 High Holy Day Appeal goal. Thank you! MORE INFO AND DONATE
Israel Trip October 19-26
Join Rabbi Brian & Lisa Strauss on this incredible experience that will offer a meaningful opportunity to explore Israel, show our unwavering support for the Israeli people, and deepen our bonds within the Houston Jewish community and with our Jewish homeland. This trip is organized by the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston. Registration ends Monday, August 18th. MORE INFO
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Voices of the Torah with Rabbi David Mendelson Wednesday, August 6th 7:45am Rabbi David Mendelson teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
YES Group Trip to the Golden Nugget Wednesday, August 6th 8:00am HCRJ The YES and our HCRJ friends for a fun day at the Golden Nugget in Lake Charles! Meet at HCRJ at 8:00am for a light breakfast, then depart at 8:30am on comfortable buses. Enjoy gambling, lunch, and pit stops at Buc-ee's. Return by 8:30pm. Cost: $15. Ready for a lucky day? 🎰 Volunteer Choir Practice Wednesday, August 6th 6:00pm All are welcome to join this musical community led by Music Director, Julie Sacks. Whether you are an experienced singer or simply love to sing along, we’d love for you to join us. No registration is required. MORE INFO
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, August 6th 7:00pm Explore tools for mindfulness, find a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting. MORE INFO SHABBAT SCHEDULE Aug 8/9LINK TO LIVESTREAM ALL SERVICES Shabbat Renewal Friday, August 8th 6:00pm Guest Speaker: Noa Bar Or
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, August 8th 6:30pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, August 9th 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, August 9th 9:30am Bat Mitzvah of Cameron Heinrich-So Sermon by Rabbi David Mendelson
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, August 9th 9:30am | Reiches Hall Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, August 9th 10:15am Join us each week for songs, prayers, dancing, stories, games and more! The program is led by Tobi Cooper.
Parsha Study Shabbat, August 9th 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, August 9th 7:45pm
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.
Guest Speaker - Noa Bar Or
We hope you will join us for Shabbat Renewal this Friday, August 8 at 6:00pm when Noa Bar Or, Israeli choreographer and dance leader, will be honoring the life and legacy of her son Uri (z’l), a 21-year old Israeli soldier killed in Gaza. Uri was a gifted musician and artist, and had a profound impact on many lives. It will be a powerful and emotional evening, so please plan on coming to honor Uri’s life.
Yizkor Book Deadline
Reminder that Yizkor forms and payment are due this Friday, August 8 to be included in the printed Yizkor book for Yom Kippur. We encourage you to use the online formwhich helps ensure all information is complete and accurateSubmit Yizkor Names Online. If you are unable to use the online form, you may drop off the paper form with a check to the synagogue administrative office by Friday.
Blood Drive
Give Blood. Save Lives. Get Ice Cream. 🍦🩸 Only 3% of Americans donate blood—you can change that! One pint can save three lives right here in our community. Gulf Coast Blood is teaming up with Blue Bell 🍨 to thank you with a free pint of ice cream when you donate!
Sunday, August 10 |10:00am – 2:00pm |Zubowski A
Do a mitzvah that matters. Sign up to donate today—appointments preferred, walk-ins welcome!MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
NEW: Cooking with Damen!
Join our new cooking class with talented Chef Damen! Our first session is Thursday, August 14th from 5:30-8:30pm featuring High Holiday recipes. Whether you're a beginner or experienced cook, Chef Damen will guide you through delicious recipes and culinary techniques in this hands-on class. You'll enjoy eating what you create! Elevate your cooking skills while enjoying great food with friends. Register soon—limited to 20 participants. Cost: $40. MORE INFO, FULL MENU AND REGISTRATION
Adult Education Registration Open
New Adult Learning opportunities are beginning in August and September. The first two classes are beginning in August. Both classes meet on Thursday evenings from 7:00-8:30pm (August 28, September 4, 11 and 18)
B’reishit: For First Time Expectant Classes. Join Rabbi Fort and local professionals for series designed especially for first time expectant parents. Cost: $36 per couple, includes a copy of "The New Jewish Baby Book" by Anita Diamant. B'reishit Class Information and Registration Unlocking the Gates: A Journey Through the High Holy Day Machzor. Rabbi David Mendelson is leading a class that will help you approach the High Holy Days with deeper understanding and greater intention.Machzor Class Information and Registration
Visit our website to see our full offerings and grab your spot today!
Questions? Contact Sheryl Eskowitz, Director of Congregational Learning, at seskowitz@bethyeshurun.org or 713.255.8040
Undies for Everyone
New Underwear Drive! Join us in supporting children in need through our partnership with Undies for Everyone! We are partnering with HCRJ and both synagogues are collecting new children’s underwear for kids in poverty or crisis through August 22. Collection bins will be in the administrative lobby and outside of Freedman Levit. On August 24, we'll assemble packages as a community. You can also donate directly through anAmazon Wish List.MORE INFO.
Rosh Chodesh Elul
Our Rosh Chodesh program returns on Sunday, August 24 at 4:00pm for all Jewish women (Bat Mitzvah age and up). Join local artist Michelle Renfrow as we create beautiful glass-etched and painted honey vessels in preparation for the High Holy Days. Led by Rabbi Sarah Fort, this hands-on session offers a meaningful way to connect with the season. Cost: $10. Spaces are limited—register today! MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
New: Mahjohng Mania!
Join us for Weekly Mahjong! Starting Tuesday, August 26th from 1:00-3:00pm, we're launching weekly open-play Mahjong sessions every Tuesday afternoon. Bring your own tiles and cards for a fun, casual game with old and new friends. Details: Free to play Kosher dairy snack packs available for $10 Bring your own group or join others when you arrive We won't be organizing foursomes, so come ready to mingle! All skill levels welcome. See you at the tables!
Israel Trip October 19-26
Join Rabbi Brian & Lisa Strauss on this incredible experience that will offer a meaningful opportunity to explore Israel, show our unwavering support for the Israeli people, and deepen our bonds within the Houston Jewish community and with our Jewish homeland. This trip is organized by the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston. MORE INFO
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Honey-Less Honey Cake Mix Project Assembly Tuesday, July 29th 9:30am Volunteers of all ages are welcome to help assemble these honey-less honey cake mixes for JFS and the Celebration Company. As a bonus, Sisterhood will award teens double community service hours! Assembling our honeycake mixes is a fun, sweet way to earn your community service hours. Feel free to share with friends! REGISTER HERE Volunteer Choir Practice Wednesday, July 30th 6:00pm All are welcome to join this musical community led by Music Director, Julie Sacks. Whether you are an experienced singer or simply love to sing along, we’d love for you to join us. No registration is required. For more information:MORE INFO
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, July 30th 7:00pm Explore tools for mindfulness, find a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting. MORE INFO SHABBAT SCHEDULE Aug 1/2LINK TO LIVESTREAM ALL SERVICES Tot Shabbat! Friday, August 1st 5:00pm | Reiches Hall Tot Shabbat is back and we are so excited to see our families of toddlers and preschoolers. Join usfor a musical Shabbat with Rabbi Sarah Fort and Hailey Arnold, followed by challah and more fun!MORE INFO
Shabbat Renewal Friday, August 1st 6:00pm Sermon by Rabbi David Mendelson
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, August 1st 6:45pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, August 2nd 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, August 2nd 9:30am Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, August 2nd 9:30am | Reiches Hall Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, August 2nd 10:15am Join us each week for songs, prayers, dancing, stories, games and more! The program is led by Tobi Cooper.
Parsha Study Shabbat, August 2nd 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, August 2nd 7:45pm
Tisha B’Av Aug 2/3 J.B. Greenfield Chapel Saturday, August 2nd 7:45pm with Mincha/Ma’ariv Service
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.
Undies for Everyone
New Underwear Drive! Join us in supporting children in need through our partnership with Undies for Everyone! We are collecting new children’s underwear for kids in poverty or crisis from August 1 through August 24. Collection bins will be in the administrative lobby and outside of Freedman Levit. On August 24, we’ll assemble packages as a community. You can also donate directly through anAmazon Wish List. For more information visit MORE INFO.
Tisha B'Av
Tisha B’Av will be observed with special services in the Chapel on Saturday evening, August 2 at 7:45pm, and Sunday at 2:00pm. Tisha B’Av is the 9th of Av and marks the destruction of both Temples in Jerusalem. It is known as the saddest day on the Jewish calendar and is traditionally observed with prayers and fasting. All are welcome to join the services.
Honey Sales
Send kosher honey and support camp scholarships for Beth Yeshurun children! Perfect High Holiday greetings for friends and family. Each package includes an 8-ounce honey jar, prayers, and personalized gift card. Order at bethyeshurun.org/honey(Online orders only) $18 per jar (includes US shipping) Order by August 4th to receive by Erev Rosh Hashanah. 🍯Sweeten someone's New Year while supporting our community's children!
YES Group Casino Trip
🎰Join YES and our HCRJ friends on Wednesday, August 6, for a fun day at the Golden Nugget in Lake Charles! Meet at HCRJ at 8:00am for a light breakfast, then depart at 8:30am on comfortable buses. Enjoy gambling, lunch, and pit stops at Buc-ee's. Return by 8:30pm. Cost: $15. Ready for a lucky day? Sign up now! REGISTER HERE
Guest Speaker - Noa Bar Or
We hope you will join us for Shabbat Renewal next Friday, August 8 when Noa Bar Or, Israeli choreographer and dance leader, will be honoring the life and legacy of her son Uri (z’l), a 21-year old Israeli soldier killed in Gaza. Uri was a gifted musician and artist, and had a profound impact on many lives. It will be a powerful and emotional evening, so please plan on coming to honor Uri’s life.
Yizkor Book
To be included in this year's printed Yizkor book for Yom Kippur, forms and payment are due August 8th. We encourage you to use the online form at bethyeshurun.org/yizkor, which helps ensure all information is complete and accurate. We are also deeply grateful to Houston Jewish Funerals for their continued generous sponsorship of our Yizkor Memorial Book.
Blood Drive
Give Blood. Save Lives. Get Ice Cream. 🍦🩸 Only 3% of Americans donate blood—you can change that! One pint can save three lives right here in our community. Gulf Coast Blood is teaming up with Blue Bell 🍨 to thank you with a free pint of ice cream when you donate!
📅 Sunday, August 10 🕙 10:00am – 2:00pm 📍 Zubowski A
Do a mitzvah that matters. Sign up to donate today—appointments preferred, walk-ins welcome! 👉MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
Israel Trip October 19-26
Join Rabbi Brian & Lisa Strauss on this incredible experience that will offer a meaningful opportunity to explore Israel, show our unwavering support for the Israeli people, and deepen our bonds within the Houston Jewish community and with our Jewish homeland. This trip is organized by the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston. MORE INFO
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
929 Group Celebration Monday, July 21st, following 7:30pm Chapel Service Celebrate a special milestone as they completed the Torah todaymara.segal@bethyeshurun.org(not required)
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, July 23rd 7:00pm 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, July 24th 10:00am -1:30pm 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. MORE INFO
SHABBAT SCHEDULE July 25/26LINK TO LIVESTREAM ALL SERVICES Fourth Friday Happy Hour! Friday, July 27th 5:15pm Stop by the Skylight Lobby and cool off with a tropical lemonade punch, some light bites and schmooze with old and new friends before Shabbat Renewal! Shabbat Renewal Friday, July 25th 6:00pm Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, July 25th 6:45pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, July 26th 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, July 26th 9:30am Sermon by Rabbi David Mendelson
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, July 26th 9:30am Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, July 26th 10:15am Join us each week for songs, prayers, dancing, stories, games and more! The program is led by Tobi Cooper.
Parsha Study Shabbat, July 26th 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, July 26th 7:45pm
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.
Torah Study - 929 Group
929 Torah Completion Celebration: Monday, July 21 Our 929 email group members will celebrate a special milestone tonight, July 21, as they completed the Torah today. There will be a special dessert celebration after this evening’s 7:30pm minyan. The 929 group welcomes new members as they begin Nevi’im (Prophets), an especially good time to join. Contactrabbidanny@aol.comwith questions or to join the 929 group.
Volunteers Needed
Beth Yeshurun Sisterhood and JFS/Celebration Company are partnering for the 12th year to assemble Honey-less Honey Cake Mix. Volunteers of all ages are welcome - teens can get community service hours! Assembling our honeycake mixes is a fun, sweet way to earn your community service hours, and as a bonus, Sisterhood will award teens double service hours for attending! Assembly is Tuesday, July 29 from 9:30-11:30am at Beth Yeshurun in the Pulaski Rauch Auditorium. Feel free to share with friends! REGISTER HERE
Tot Shabbat
Tot Shabbat is back and we are so excited to see our families of toddlers and preschoolers. Join us Friday, August 1 at 5:00pm for a musical Shabbat with Rabbi Sarah Fort and Hailey Arnold, followed by challah and more fun!
Social Action: Undies for Everyone
New Underwear Drive! Join us in supporting children in need through our partnership with Undies for Everyone! We are collecting new children’s underwear for kids in poverty or crisis from August 1 through August 24. Collection bins will be in the administrative lobby and outside of Freedman Levit. On August 24, we’ll assemble packages as a community. You can also donate directly through anAmazon Wish List. For more information visit MORE INFO.
Honey Sales
Send kosher honey and support camp scholarships for Beth Yeshurun children! Perfect High Holiday greetings for friends and family. Each package includes an 8-ounce honey jar, prayers, and personalized gift card. Order at bethyeshurun.org/honey(Online orders only) $18 per jar (includes US shipping) Order by August 4th to receive by Erev Rosh Hashanah. Sweeten someone's New Year while supporting our community's children!
YES Group Casino Trip
Join YES and our HCRJ friends on Wednesday, August 6, for a fun day at the Golden Nugget in Lake Charles! Meet at HCRJ at 8:00am for a light breakfast, then depart at 8:30am on comfortable buses. Enjoy gambling, lunch, and pit stops at Buc-ee's. Return by 8:30pm. Cost: $15 Ready for a lucky day? Sign up now! REGISTER HERE
Israel Trip October 19-26
Join Rabbi Brian & Lisa Strauss on this incredible experience that will offer a meaningful opportunity to explore Israel, show our unwavering support for the Israeli people, and deepen our bonds within the Houston Jewish community and with our Jewish homeland. This trip is organized by the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston. MORE INFO
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, July 16th 7:00pm Explore tools for mindfulness, find a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting. MORE INFO
SHABBAT SCHEDULE July 18/19LINK TO LIVESTREAM ALL SERVICES Shabbat Renewal Friday, July 18th 6:00pm Sermon by Rabbi David Mendelson
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, July 18th 6:45pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, July 19th 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, July 19th 9:30am Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, July 19th 9:30am Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, July 19th 10:15am Join us each week for songs, prayers, dancing, stories, games and more! The program is led by Tobi Cooper.
Parsha Study Shabbat, July 19th 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, July 19th 7:45pm
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.
Mazel Tov to Our Second B'nai Mitzvah
A heartfelt mazel tov to all the participants of our Second B'nai Mitzvan participants who were born in 1942. Our tradition teaches that at age 70, we “begin again,” making 83 the new 13 (Psalms 90:10). Congratulations to: Jon Hyman, David Gerber, Rochelle Sinderbrand, Bobbi Asarch, Joan Katz, Barbara Sakowitz, Linda Rabinowitz, Marion Schepps, and Lary Kupor. Also, a big thanks to Sara Kaiser who coordinated this event and helped make it a huge success!
Donations to Help Flood Victims
We offer our support and prayers for the healing to all those impacted and facing loss from this tragic event. Shalom Austin is leading the response effort through their "Flood Relief Campaign." You can donate directing by visiting shalomaustin.org/texas-flood-relief. So far they have raised $400,000. Funds raised will help families directly impacted by the floods in Central Texas. Every donation will provide urgent support and recovery assistance.
Volunteers Needed
Beth Yeshurun Sisterhood and JFS/Celebration Company are partnering for the 12th year to assemble Honey-less Honey Cake Mix. Volunteers of all ages are welcome - teens can get community service hours! Assembling our honeycake mixes is a fun, sweet way to earn your community service hours, and as a bonus, Sisterhood will award teens double service hours for attending! Assembly is Tuesday, July 29 from 9:30-11:30am at Beth Yeshurun in the Pulaski Rauch Auditorium. Feel free to share with friends! REGISTER HERE
YES Group Casino Trip - August 6th
Join YES and our HCRJ friends for a fun day at Golden Nugget in Lake Charles! Meet at HCRJ at 8:00am for light breakfast and coffee, then depart at 8:30am on comfortable buses. Enjoy gambling, lunch, and pit stops at Buc-ee's. Return by 8:30pm. Cost: $15 Ready for a lucky day? Sign up now! REGISTER HERE
Honey Sales
Send Sweet New Year Wishes While Supporting Camp Scholarships Send a gift of kosher honey and help provide camp scholarships for Beth Yeshurun children. These beautiful honey jars make perfect High Holiday greetings for family, friends, teachers, customers, and colleagues.
Each package includes an 8-ounce jar of honey, appropriate prayers, and a personalized gift card from you. All honey will be delivered before Erev Rosh Hashanah.
Enter recipient names, addresses, and personalized greetings
All orders must be placed online - no paper orders accepted
Cost: $18 per jar (includes shipping anywhere in the USA)
Order by August 4th to avoid late fees
Sweeten someone's New Year while supporting our community's children!
Torah Study - 929 Group
929 Torah Completion Celebration Monday, July 21 Our 929 email group members -- who have been learning a chapter of scripture daily since Simchat Torah -- will celebrate a special milestone on Monday July 21, as they complete the book of Deuteronomy. There will be a special celebration at that evening’s minyan, 7:30pm, followed by a dessert celebration. The 929 group welcomes new members as they begin Nevi’im (Prophets), an especially good time to join. ContactRabbi Danny with questions or to join the 929 group
Israel Trip October 19-26
Join Rabbi Brian & Lisa Strauss on this incredible experience that will offer a meaningful opportunity to explore Israel, show our unwavering support for the Israeli people, and deepen our bonds within the Houston Jewish community and with our Jewish homeland. This trip is organized by the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston. MORE INFO
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, July 9th 7:00pm Explore tools for mindfulness, find a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting. MORE INFO
SHABBAT SCHEDULE July 11/12LINK TO LIVESTREAM ALL SERVICES Shabbat Renewal Friday, July 11th 6:00pm Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, July 11th 6:45pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, July 12th 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, July 12th 9:30am Second B'nai Mitzvah
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, July 12th 9:30am Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, July 12th 10:15am Join us each week for songs, prayers, dancing, stories, games and more! The program is led by Tobi Cooper.
Parsha Study Shabbat, July 12th 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, July 12th 8:00pm
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.
Our hearts are with Central Texas
Congregation Beth Yeshurun joins in mourning the lives lost and prays for healing and safety for all those affected by the devastating flooding in Central Texas. We send strength to the families grieving, to the first responders, and to all whose lives have been upended. In the words of the Psalmist: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in times of trouble” (Psalm 46:1). May the One who brings comfort to the brokenhearted shelter all who are suffering under the wings of peace. - Rabbi Brian Strauss
We offer our support and prayers for the healing to all those impacted and facing loss from this tragic event. Shalom Austin is leading the response effort through their "Flood Relief Campaign." You can donate directing by visiting shalomaustin.org/texas-flood-relief . Funds raised will help families directly impacted by the floods in Central Texas. Every donation will provide urgent support and recovery assistance.
Second B'nai Mitzvah
Shabbat, July 12 | 9:30 | Main Sanctuary Service Our tradition teaches that at age 70, we “begin again,” making 83 the new 13 (Psalms 90:10). We are celebrating the “Second B’nai Mitzvah” of our members born in 1942. All are invited to come to Shabbat morning services and stay afterward for a lovely kiddush lunch celebrating this special Shabbat. Mazel tov to the participants of the 2nd B'nai Mitzvah: Bobbi Asarch, Lynn Circle, David Gerber, Jon Hyman, Joan Katz, Lary Kupor, Linda Rabinowitz, Barbara Sakowitz, Marion Schepps, and Rochelle Sinderbrand.
Teen Volunteers Needed
Calling all teens looking for volunteer opportunities! Assembling our honeycake mixes is a fun, sweet way to earn your community service hours, and as a bonus, Sisterhood will award you double hours for attending! Assembly is Tuesday, July 29 from 9:30-11:30am at Beth Yeshurun in the Pulaski Rauch Auditorium. To RSVP, honeycakeproject@gmail.com and you will receive confirmation. Feel free to share with friends!
Honey Sales
Send Sweet New Year Wishes While Supporting Camp Scholarships Send a gift of kosher honey and help provide camp scholarships for Beth Yeshurun children. These beautiful honey jars make perfect High Holiday greetings for family, friends, teachers, customers, and colleagues.
Each package includes an 8-ounce jar of honey, appropriate prayers, and a personalized gift card from you. All honey will be delivered before Erev Rosh Hashanah.
How to Order:
Visit bethyeshurun.org/honey
Enter recipient names, addresses, and personalized greetings
All orders must be placed online - no paper orders accepted
Cost: $18 per jar (includes shipping anywhere in the USA)
Order by August 4th to avoid late fees
Sweeten someone's New Year while supporting our community's children!
Torah Study - 929 Group
929 Torah Completion Celebration - Monday, July 21 Our 929 email group members—who have been learning a chapter of Scripture daily since Simchat Torah—will celebrate a special milestone on Monday, July 21, as we complete the Torah!
There will be a special celebration at that evening's minyan, 7:30 P.M., followed by dessert reception.
The 929 group welcomes new members as we begin Nevi'im (Prophets), an especially good time to join. Contact Rabbi Danny Horwitz at rabbidanny@aol.com with questions, or Mara Segal at mara.segal@bethyeshurun.org to sign up for daily emails with text, questions, and reflections.
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, July 1st 7:00pm Explore tools for mindfulness, find a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting. MORE INFO
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, July 4th 6:45pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, July 5th 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, July 5th 9:30am Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, July 5th 9:30am Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, July 5th 10:15am Join us each week for songs, prayers, dancing, stories, games and more! The program is led by Tobi Cooper.
Parsha Study Shabbat, July 5th 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, July 5th 8:00pm
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.
Second B'nai Mitzvah
Shabbat, July 12 | 9:30 | Main Sanctuary Service Our tradition teaches that at age 70, we “begin again,” making 83 the new 13 (Psalms 90:10). We are celebrating the “Second B’nai Mitzvah” of our members born in 1942. All are invited to come to Shabbat morning services and stay afterward for a lovely kiddush lunch celebrating this special Shabbat.
Teen Volunteers Needed
Calling all teens looking for volunteer opportunities! Assembling our honeycake mixes is a fun, sweet way to earn your community service hours, and as a bonus, Sisterhood will award you double hours for attending! Assembly is Tuesday, July 29 from 9:30-11:30am at Beth Yeshurun in the Pulaski Rauch Auditorium. To RSVP, honeycakeproject@gmail.com and you will receive confirmation. Feel free to share with friends!
Honey Sales
Send Sweet New Year Wishes While Supporting Camp Scholarships Send a gift of kosher honey and help provide camp scholarships for Beth Yeshurun children. These beautiful honey jars make perfect High Holiday greetings for family, friends, teachers, customers, and colleagues.
Each package includes an 8-ounce jar of honey, appropriate prayers, and a personalized gift card from you. All honey will be delivered before Erev Rosh Hashanah.
How to Order:
Visit bethyeshurun.org/honey
Enter recipient names, addresses, and personalized greetings
All orders must be placed online - no paper orders accepted
Cost: $18 per jar (includes shipping anywhere in the USA)
Order by August 4th to avoid late fees
Sweeten someone's New Year while supporting our community's children!
Torah Study - 929 Group
929 Torah Completion Celebration - Monday, July 21 Our 929 email group members—who have been learning a chapter of Scripture daily since Simchat Torah—will celebrate a special milestone on Monday, July 21, as we complete the Torah!
There will be a special celebration at that evening's minyan, 7:30 P.M., followed by dessert reception.
The 929 group welcomes new members as we begin Nevi'im (Prophets), an especially good time to join. Contact Rabbi Danny Horwitz at rabbidanny@aol.com with questions, or Mara Segal at mara.segal@bethyeshurun.org to sign up for daily emails with text, questions, and reflections.
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Volunteer Choir Practice Wednesday, June 25th 5:30pm The volunteer choir will make their debut at this week's Shabbat Renewal. We hope you will come to hear how talented this new group is! Choir practice will take a break after this week until later in July - stay tuned for details. All are welcome to join! jsacks@bethyeshurun.org Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, June 25th, 7:00pm 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, June 26th 10:00am 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. MORE INFO
SHABBAT SCHEDULE June 27/28LINK TO LIVESTREAM ALL SERVICES Shabbat Renewal: Pride Shabbat with Keshet Friday, June 27th 6:00pm Sermon by Rabbi Steven Morgen
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, June 27th 6:45pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, June 28th 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, June 28th 9:30am Sermon by Rabbi Steven Morgen
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, June 28th 9:30am Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, June 28th 10:15am Join us each week for songs, prayers, dancing, stories, games and more! The program is led by Tobi Cooper.
Parsha Study Shabbat, June 28th 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, June 28th 8:00pm
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.
Rabbi Morgen Celebration
Our Friday Shabbat Renewal Service was such a wonderful evening! We honored Rabbi Morgen with heartfelt tributes celebrating his incredible 27 years of dedication to our congregation. The evening was filled with words of gratitude and lots of laughter as we celebrated how Rabbi Morgen has touched so many lives and strengthened our community. The oneg, co-sponsored by the Beth Yeshurun Sisterhood, was extraordinary - our catering crew pulled out all the stops! Thanks to our amazing congregation for showing up to celebrate our beloved rabbi! To watch all the Rabbi Morgen tributes visit our YouTube Channel: Beth Yeshurun YouTube
Congratulations to our Adult B'nai Mitzvah
Adult B'nai Mitzvah Class: Back Row Left to Right: Gabriela Ramon, Rosa Rodriguez, Zevulun Menachem Oz-Ruach, David Alcala, Carolina Silva, Kirsi Kuutti, Desmond O’Connor, Gershon Mata, Cantoral Apprentice, Kathleen Holder Front Row Left to Right: Linda Saron Atzil, Naomi Enav, Revanda Penny Posey, Darlene Campos, Hannah Teresa Ortiz, Rabbi Steven Morgen, Cantor Diane Dorf, Ramon Munoz Not pictured: Joshua Stein
Honey Sales
Honey Sales Begin TODAY! A jar of Kosher honey makes an excellent High Holidays greeting. Consider sending honey to family, friends, teachers, customers and colleagues. Each package includes an 8 ounce jar of honey along with the appropriate prayers and a gift card from you. Honey will be delivered prior to Erev Rosh Hashanah. Just go tobethyeshurun.org/honey. Fill in the name and address and the greeting for each jar. All orders must be placed online, on the order-entry system. No paper orders will be accepted. Cost $18/jar includes shipping anywhere in the USA. Order by August 4th to avoid a late fee. Proceeds benefit camp scholarships for Beth Yeshurun children.
Second B'nai Mitzvah
Shabbat, July 12 | 9:30 | Main Sanctuary Service We are celebrating the “Second B’nai Mitzvah” of our members born in 1942. All are invited to join us for Shabbat morning services and stay afterward for a lovely kiddush lunch.
Religious School Registration
Early Registration for Kehillah High: Don’t miss out on early registration for your 8th-12th grader. Register for Kehillah High by July 1st to receive a discount. Registation for Religious School (Pre-K - 6th Grade) and Sulam (7th Grade) remains open at regular rates.MORE INFO AND REGISTRATION
Juice Box Challenge
The Juice Box Challenge ends next Monday June 30th. Thank you to everyone who has already donated. You may purchase juice boxes (must be 100% juice) to be sent directly to Kids’ Meals Houston. This organization delivers healthy meals to Houston’s hungriest children. Help us get to our goal of 2000 juice boxes. MORE INFO
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Wisdom of Torah with Rabbi Brian Strauss Tuesday, June 17th 7:45am Rabbi Strauss teaches Tuesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy! This will be the class's final session before resuming on August 19th.
Voices of Torah with Rabbi Steven Morgen Wednesday, June 18th 7:45am Rabbi Morgen teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy! This will be the class's final session before resuming with Rabbi Mendelson on August 20th.
Volunteer Choir Practice Wednesday, June 18th, 5:30pm Rehearsals take place every Wednesday from 5:30-7:00pm. The choir will debut at Shabbat Renewal on June 27th. MORE INFO
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, June 18th, 7:00pm Explore tools for mindfulness, find a a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting. MORE INFO
Kids Meals/SEARCH Bag Assembly Thursday, June 19th 9:00am 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 SHABBAT SCHEDULE June 20/21LINK TO LIVESTREAM ALL SERVICES Shabbat Renewal: Honoring Rabbi Morgen Friday, June 20th 6:00pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, June 20th 6:45pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, June 21st 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, June 21st 9:30am Adult B'nai Mitzvah
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, June 21st 9:30am Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, June 21st 10:15am Join us each week for songs, prayers, dancing, stories, games and more! The program is led by Tobi Cooper.
Parsha Study Shabbat, June 21st 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, June 21st 8:00pm
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.
Shabbat Renewal Honoring Rabbi Morgen
Friday, June 20th 6pm Join us for a memorable evening of gratitude for Rabbi Morgen before his retirement. A celebratory oneg will follow the service, offering everyone an opportunity to share personal wishes and memories. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this special moment for our congregation.
Adult B'nai Mitzvah
Shabbat, June 21 | 9:30am | Main Sanctuary Service Our Adult B’nai Mitzvah class will lead the Saturday morning service and chant verses from the Torah. This dedicated group has been studying every Sunday this past year with Cantor Diane Dorf and Naomi Enav. Share in the joy of this incredible accomplishment.
Adult B'nai Mitzvah Class: Carolina Silva – Chaya bat Avraham v’Sarah Darlene Campos - Eliana Bat Avraham v’Sarah David Alcala - Eliyahu Ben Avraham v’Sarah Desmond O’Connor - Gershom Ben Yehudit Gabriela Munoz - Devorah Hadassah bat Avraham v’Sarah Gershon Mata - Gershon ben David v’Rachel Joshua Stein - Yehoshua Ben Yehudah v’Chanah Kirsi Kuutti - Adi Bat Avraham v’Sarah Linda Saron Atzil – Liba Yaffa bat David v’Reizel Maria Teresa Ortiz – Hannah Bat Avraham v’Sarah Ramon Munoz - Betsalel ben Avraham v’Sarah Revanda Penny Posey - Rivkah Amalya bat Avraham v’Sarah Rose Rodriguez - Laila Ruth Bat Avraham v’Sarah Zevulun Menachem Oz-Ruach – Zevulun Menachem Ben Avraham v’Sarah
Pride Shabbat
Friday, June 27 | Shabbat Renewal 6:00pm | Dinner by Reservation 7:15pm Keshet Houston is hosting their annual Pride Shabbat and dinner at our synagogue celebrating LGBTQ+ and Jewish pride. All are welcome for Shabbat services, followed by a festive kosher dinner. Reservations required by Sunday, June 15th. Financial assistance for the dinner is available through Keshet Houston. Keshet brings together the Jewish and LGBTQ+ communities in Houston and Southeast Texas. Register:MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE BY JUNE 22
Second B'nai Mitzvah
Shabbat, July 12 | 9:30 | Main Sanctuary Service We are celebrating the “Second B’nai Mitzvah” of our members born in 1942. All are invited to join us for Shabbat morning services and stay afterward for a lovely kiddush lunch.
Religious School Registration
Early Registration for Kehillah High: Don’t miss out on early registration for your 8th-12th grader. Register for Kehillah High by July 1st to receive a discount. Registation for Religious School (Pre-K - 6th Grade) and Sulam (7th Grade) remains open at regular rates.MORE INFO AND REGISTRATION
Juice Box Challenge
The Juice Box Challenge continues throughout the month of June. Purchase juice boxes (must be 100% juice) to be sent directly to Kids’ Meals Houston. This organization delivers healthy meals to Houston’s hungriest children. Help us get to our goal of 2000 juice boxes. MORE INFO
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Wisdom of Torah with Rabbi Brian Strauss Tuesday, June 10th 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, June 11th 7:45a to 8:30a Rabbi Morgen teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
Volunteer Choir Practice: Wednesday, June 11th, 5:30pm Rehearsals take place every Wednesday at 5:30 through June. The choir will debut at Shabbat Renewal on June 27th. MORE INFO
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, June 11th, 7:00pm Explore tools for mindfulness, find a a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting. MORE INFO SHABBAT SCHEDULE June 13/14LINK TO LIVESTREAM ALL SERVICES Shabbat Renewal : Fathers' Day Shabbat Friday, June 13th 6:00pm Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, June 13th 6:45pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, June 14th 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, June 14th 9:30am Sermon by Rabbi Steven Morgen Bat Mitzvah of Avery Kailin
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, June 14th 9:30am
Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, June 14th 10:15am Join us each week for songs, prayers, dancing, stories, games and more! The program is led by Tobi Cooper.
Parsha Study Shabbat, June 14th 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, June 14th 8:00pm
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 Rabbi Morgen - June 20
Join us for our Shabbat Renewal Service as we share a memorable evening of gratitude for Rabbi Morgen before his retirement. A celebratory oneg will follow the service, offering everyone an opportunity to share personal wishes and memories. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this special moment for our congregation.
Adult B'nai Mitzvah - June 21
Shabbat, June 21 - 9:30am Our Adult B’nai Mitzvah class will lead the Saturday morning service and chant verses from the Torah. This dedicated group has been studying every Sunday this past year with Cantor Diane Dorf and Naomi Enav. Share in the joy of this incredible accomplishment.
Adult B'nai Mitzvah Class: Carolina Silva – Chaya bat Avraham v’Sarah Darlene Campos - Eliana Bat Avraham v’Sarah David Alcala - Eliyahu Ben Avraham v’Sarah Desmond O’Connor - Gershom Ben Yehudit Gabriela Cerda - Devorah Hadassah bat Avraham v’Sarah Gershon Mata - Gershon ben David v’Rachel Joshua Stein - Yehoshua Ben Yehudah v’Chanah Kirsi Kuutti - Adi Bat Avraham v’Sarah Linda Saron Atzil – Liba Yaffa bat David v’Reizel Maria Teresa Ortiz – Hannah Bat Avraham v’Sarah Ramon Munoz - Betsalel ben Avraham v’Sarah Revanda Penny Posey - Rivkah Amalya bat Avraham v’Sarah Rose Rodriguez - Laila Ruth Bat Avraham v’Sarah Zevulun Menachem Oz-Ruach – Zevulun Menachem Ben Avraham v’Sarah
Pride Shabbat
Friday, June 27 | Shabbat Renewal 6:00pm | Dinner by Reservation 7:15pm Keshet Houston is hosting their annual Pride Shabbat and dinner at our synagogue celebrating LGBTQ+ and Jewish pride. All are welcome for Shabbat services, followed by a festive kosher dinner ($20). Reservations required by Sunday, June 15th. Financial assistance for the dinner is available through Keshet Houston. Keshet brings together the Jewish and LGBTQ+ communities in Houston and Southeast Texas. Register:keshethouston.org
Thank you, MERCAZ voters!
Thank you to everyone who voted for MERCAZ in the World Zionist Congress elections! Your participation helped create record-breaking turnout with over 230,000 American Jews voting—nearly doubling participation from 2020. This historic engagement powerfully demonstrates that Zionism is thriving among American Jews.
The results also reflect the strength of our Conservative movement. MERCAZ USA secured 28,000 votes, nearly doubling our 2020 total.
The Congress allocates nearly $1 billion annually to support Israeli and Jewish communities. Your vote helps direct these resources toward rebuilding communities affected by October 7th, strengthening Jewish education in our own synagogues and youth programs, and promoting the inclusive, pluralistic values our movement champions right here at home and in Israel.
Special thanks to our congregational representative, Liz Vincent, for spearheading our MERCAZ efforts!
Religious School Registration
Early Registration for Kehillah High: Don’t miss out on early registration for your 8th-12th grader. Register for Kehillah High by July 1st to receive a discount. Registation for Religious School (Pre-K - 6th Grade) and Sulam (7th Grade) remains open at regular rates.MORE INFO AND REGISTRATION
Juice Box Challenge
The Juice Box Challenge continues throughout the month of June. Purchase juice boxes (must be 100% juice) to be sent directly to Kids’ Meals Houston. This organization delivers healthy meals to Houston’s hungriest children. Help us get to our goal of 2000 juice boxes. MORE INFO
Trip to Israel Coming: October 19-26
Join Rabbi & Lisa Strauss on this incredible experience that will offer a meaningful opportunity to explore Israel, bear witness, and show our unwavering support for the people of Israel while deepening the bonds within our Houston Jewish community and strengthening our collective connection to our Jewish homeland. This trip is organized by the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston.MORE INFO
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, June 4th, 7:00pm Explore tools for mindfulness, find a a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting. MORE INFO SHABBAT SCHEDULE June 6/7LINK TO LIVESTREAM ALL SERVICES Shabbat Renewal : CanCare Shabbat Friday, June 6th 6:00pm Guest Speaker Dr. Keith Saathoff
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, June 6th 6:45pm
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, June 7th 8:30am
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, June 7th 9:30am Sermon by Rabbi Brian Strauss "A Jewish Response to the Boulder Attack" Bat Mitzvah of Julia Shidler
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, June 7th 9:30am
Parsha Study Shabbat, June 7th 11:30am
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv Saturday, June 7th 7:45pm
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.
CanCare Shabbat This Friday June 6
Join us this Friday at 6pm for our annual CanCare Shabbat, where we celebrate cancer survivors and caretakers, and recognize the tremendous resource that CanCare is for our community. We welcome Dr. Keith Saathoff, as our special guest speaker. He is a 20-year survivor of Stage 4 Non-Hodgkins lymphoma and is honored to share his story with anyone facing a cancer diagnosis. A special blessing will be offered to all those whose lives have been touched by cancer.
Celebrate Rabbi Morgen - June 20
Join us for our Shabbat Renewal Service as we share a memorable evening of gratitude for Rabbi Morgen before his retirement. A celebratory oneg will follow the service, offering everyone an opportunity to share personal wishes and memories. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this special moment for our congregation.
Adult B'nai Mitzvah - June 21
Shabbat, June 21 - 9:30am Our Adult B’nai Mitzvah class will lead the Saturday morning service and chant verses from the Torah. This dedicated group has been studying every Sunday this past year with Cantor Diane Dorf and Naomi Enav. Share in the joy of this incredible accomplishment
Pride Shabbat
Friday, June 27 | Shabbat Renewal 6:00pm | Dinner by Reservation 7:15pm Keshet Houston is hosting their annual Pride Shabbat and dinner at our synagogue celebrating LGBTQ+ and Jewish pride. All are welcome for Shabbat services, followed by a festive kosher dinner ($20). Reservations required by June 15. Financial assistance for the dinner is available through Keshet Houston. Keshet Houston brings together the Jewish and LGBTQ+ communities in Houston and Southeast Texas. Register:keshethouston.org
Juice Box Challenge
The Juice Box Challenge continues throughout the month of June. Purchase juice boxes (must be 100% juice) to be sent directly to Kids’ Meals Houston. This organization delivers healthy meals to Houston’s hungriest children. Help us get to our goal of 2000 juice boxes. MORE INFO
Trip to Israel Coming: October 19-26
Join Rabbi Strauss on this incredible experience that will offer a meaningful opportunity to explore Israel, bear witness, and show our unwavering support for the people of Israel while deepening the bonds within our Houston Jewish community and strengthening our collective connection to our Jewish homeland. This trip is organized by the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston. There is information an session tonight Wednesday, June 4 at 6:30 PM in the Meyerland area. Location provided upon registration. MORE INFO - REGISTER FOR INFO SESSION
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Open Board Meeting Tuesday, May 27th 7:00pm Discussion and a final vote on next year's fiscal budget will take place at the Board Meeting tonight at 7:00p.This Board Meeting is open to all members in good standing Voices of Torah with Rabbi Steven Morgen Wednesday, May 28th 7:45 to 8:30am Rabbi Morgen teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
Volunteer Choir Practice Wednesday, May 28th 5:30 to 7:00pm Whether you are an experienced singer or simply love to join in, be part of this musical community. The next practice is Wednesday, May 28 at 5:30pm. The choir will debut at Shabbat Renewal on June 27. For more information, contact Julie Sacks atjsacks@bethyeshurun.org
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, May 28th 7:00 to 8:00pm Explore tools for mindfulness, find a a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting. MORE INFO SHABBAT SCHEDULE May 30/31 Shabbat Renewal Friday, May 30th 6:00pm Sermon by Rabbi Steven Morgen -CLICK TO STREAM
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, May 30th 6:30pm MORE INFO
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, May 31st 8:30am MORE INFO
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service - Shabbat, May 31st 9:30am Sermon by Rabbi Brian Strauss: Dangers of Social Media for our young B'not Mitzvah of Charley Abramson and Natalie LaneCLICK TO STREAM
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, May 31st 9:30a MORE INFO
Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, May 31st 10:15am 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. (Formerly Shabbat Shalom with Tobi)
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.
Shavuot Services and Programs
Inclusive Shavuot Program - Brith Shalom
Inclusion Shavuot Program Sunday, June 1 9:00 to 10:30am Brith Shalom Join us for a fun and inclusive Shavuot brunch! All ages and abilities are welcome along with families, caregivers, and allies. Enjoy delicious dairy treats and a variety of activities and crafts. Special accommodations upon request. You may bring anything that helps make you feel comfortable. This free event is sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston. Please register:REGISTER HERE
Tween Movie Night & Ice Cream
All tweens are invited to join in the fun on Sunday, June 1 - 4:00 to 6:00pm. Get ready to kick off the summer with a fantastic event at Beth Yeshurun! Join us for a movie night and ice cream sundae bar where tweens can enjoy their favorite treats with friends. They are welcome to wear pajamas and bring a pillow and blanket for extra comfort. This is one event your kids won't want to miss! This event is for ages 9-12. REGISTER HERE
Rosh Chodesh
Rosh Chodesh Sivan Shavuot Program Sunday, June 1 - 4:00 to 5:30pm Join our women’s group led by Rabbi Sarah Fort as we explore Jewish women’s spirituality, ritual and celebration. We will enjoy dairy treats, create beautiful paper cuttings and engage in a social action project. The cost is $10 and open to all Jewish women (Bat Mitzvah & up) FOR MORE INFO & REGISTERATION (by May 30)
Tikkun Leil Shavuot
Sunday, June 1 - 7:00pm Beth Yeshurun is hosting this year's community-wide Erev Shavuot program. Rabbis and educators from the Houston area will be leading 18-minute sessions on a variety of Jewish topics. (Snacks will be provided) We will also join together for Ma'ariv and a special cheesecake break! The event is free to attend, but we ask that you register in advance.REGISTER HERE
Annual Meeting
Our annual meeting was a tremendous success! Thank you to everyone who turned out for this important gathering. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Past President Lori Herzog, who did an exceptional job during her two years as President. Please join us in congratulating Micah Kessler as our new Congregation President. We also thank all those who have completed their terms on the Board of Directors and welcome our new Board members. We appreciate their time and dedication to Beth Yeshurun. After the meeting, everyone enjoyed a delicious and festive dinner, making it a truly memorable evening for our community.Watch Micah Kessler's Speech Look for more details about the meeting and an introduction to Micah in the June Message.
Trip to Israel Coming: October 19-26
Join Rabbi Strauss on this incredible experience that will offer a meaningful opportunity to explore Israel, bear witness, and show our unwavering support for the people of Israel while deepening the bonds within our Houston Jewish community and strengthening our collective connection to our Jewish homeland. This trip is organized by the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston. Learn more at an information session on Wednesday, June 4 at 6:30pm. Location provided upon registration.MORE INFO
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Open Board Meeting Tuesday, May 27th 7:00pm Discussion and a final vote on next year's fiscal budget will take place at the Board Meeting tonight at 7:00p.This Board Meeting is open to all members in good standing Voices of Torah with Rabbi Steven Morgen Wednesday, May 28th 7:45 to 8:30am Rabbi Morgen teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
Volunteer Choir Practice Wednesday, May 28th 5:30 to 7:00pm Whether you are an experienced singer or simply love to join in, be part of this musical community. The next practice is Wednesday, May 28 at 5:30pm. The choir will debut at Shabbat Renewal on June 27. For more information, contact Julie Sacks atjsacks@bethyeshurun.org
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, May 28th 7:00 to 8:00pm Explore tools for mindfulness, find a a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting. MORE INFO SHABBAT SCHEDULE May 30/31 Shabbat Renewal Friday, May 30th 6:00pm Sermon by Rabbi Steven Morgen -CLICK TO STREAM
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, May 30th 6:30pm MORE INFO
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, May 31st 8:30am MORE INFO
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service - Shabbat, May 31st 9:30am Sermon by Rabbi Brian Strauss: Dangers of Social Media for our young B'not Mitzvah of Charley Abramson and Natalie LaneCLICK TO STREAM
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, May 31st 9:30a MORE INFO
Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, May 31st 10:15am 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. (Formerly Shabbat Shalom with Tobi)
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.
Shavuot Services and Programs
Inclusive Shavuot Program - Brith Shalom
Inclusion Shavuot Program Sunday, June 1 9:00 to 10:30am Brith Shalom Join us for a fun and inclusive Shavuot brunch! All ages and abilities are welcome along with families, caregivers, and allies. Enjoy delicious dairy treats and a variety of activities and crafts. Special accommodations upon request. You may bring anything that helps make you feel comfortable. This free event is sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston. Please register:REGISTER HERE
Tween Movie Night & Ice Cream
All tweens are invited to join in the fun on Sunday, June 1 - 4:00 to 6:00pm. Get ready to kick off the summer with a fantastic event at Beth Yeshurun! Join us for a movie night and ice cream sundae bar where tweens can enjoy their favorite treats with friends. They are welcome to wear pajamas and bring a pillow and blanket for extra comfort. This is one event your kids won't want to miss! This event is for ages 9-12. REGISTER HERE
Rosh Chodesh
Rosh Chodesh Sivan Shavuot Program Sunday, June 1 - 4:00 to 5:30pm Join our women’s group led by Rabbi Sarah Fort as we explore Jewish women’s spirituality, ritual and celebration. We will enjoy dairy treats, create beautiful paper cuttings and engage in a social action project. The cost is $10 and open to all Jewish women (Bat Mitzvah & up) FOR MORE INFO & REGISTERATION (by May 30)
Tikkun Olam
Sunday, June 1 - 7:00pm Beth Yeshurun is hosting this year's community-wide Erev Shavuot program. Rabbis and educators from the Houston area will be leading 18-minute sessions on a variety of Jewish topics. (Snacks will be provided) We will also join together for Ma'ariv and a special cheesecake break! The event is free to attend, but we ask that you register in advance.REGISTER HERE
Annual Meeting
Our annual meeting was a tremendous success! Thank you to everyone who turned out for this important gathering. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Past President Lori Herzog, who did an exceptional job during her two years as President. Please join us in congratulating Micah Kessler as our new Congregation President. We also thank all those who have completed their terms on the Board of Directors and welcome our new Board members. We appreciate their time and dedication to Beth Yeshurun. After the meeting, everyone enjoyed a delicious and festive dinner, making it a truly memorable evening for our community.Watch Micah Kessler's Speech Look for more details about the meeting and an introduction to Micah in the June Message.
Trip to Israel Coming: October 19-26
Join Rabbi Strauss on this incredible experience that will offer a meaningful opportunity to explore Israel, bear witness, and show our unwavering support for the people of Israel while deepening the bonds within our Houston Jewish community and strengthening our collective connection to our Jewish homeland. This trip is organized by the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston. Learn more at an information session on Wednesday, June 4 at 6:30pm. Location provided upon registration.MORE INFO
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Wisdom of Torah with Rabbi Brian Strauss Tuesday, May 20th 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, May 21st 7:45a to 8:30a Rabbi Morgen teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy!
Yes Lunch and Program Wednesday May 21st 11:30a Enjoy lunch with friends, then welcome one of our favorite entertainers, Rob Landes! $10 per person | Lunch 11:30a | Entertainment 12:00pREGISTER HERE 100 Jewish Men with Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz Wednesday, May 21st |Dinner 6:30p | Program 7:00p Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz joins us for a conversation on his book, "The Case for Dual Loyalty." Program attendees will receive a copy of the book, which discusses Jewish Americans' loyalty to Israel and the global Jewish population. MORE INFO AND REGISTRATION
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, May 21st 7:00p - 8:00p Explore tools for mindfulness, find a a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting. MORE INFO
The Gathering Place Thursday, May 22nd 10:00a-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. You must preregister with Care Partners prior to attending.REGISTER HERE Women's Initiative of Interfaith Ministries presents IMPower Lecture 2025 Thursday, May 22nd 7:00p -9:00p | Sponsor Reception 6:00p | Beth Israel In partnership with Interfaith Ministries we present, Angela Wrigglesworth in a fireside chat. Angela is an award winning trailblazer, TED talk and national speaker, as well as Ms. Wheelchair Texas. There will also be a special tribute to Susan Farb Morris.MORE INFO SHABBAT SCHEDULE MAY 23/24 Shabbat Renewal Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort Friday, May 23rd 6:00p CLICK TO STREAM
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, May 23rd 6:30p MORE INFO
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, May 24th 8:30a MORE INFO
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Sermon by Rabbi Brian Strauss Bat Mitzvah of Sophia Radom Shabbat, May 24th 9:30aCLICK TO STREAM
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, May 24th 9:30a MORE INFO
Shabbat Shalom For Young Children Shabbat, May 24th 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. (Formerly Shabbat Shalom with Tobi)
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.
100 Jewish Men: An Evening with Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz
Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz joins us for a conversation on his book, "The Case for Dual Loyalty." What he calls "dual loyalty" is not just about supporting Israel - it's about loyalty to Jewish peoplehood as a foundational principle of our identity no less than our loyalty to America.
Beth Yeshurun Members: Program Only - $12 | Dinner & Program - $25 Non-Members: Program Only - $25 | Dinner & Program - $38MORE INFO AND REGISTRATION
YES Lunch and Program
Wednesday, May 21st 11:30a Enjoy lunch with friends, then welcome one of our favorite entertainers, Rob Landes! This event is open to the community, so feel free to share with other seniors that might enjoy our program! $10 per person | Lunch 11:30a | Entertainment 12:00pREGISTER HERE
Tikkun Leil Shavuot Program
Sunday, June 1st 7:00p Beth Yeshurun is hosting this year's community-wide Erev Shavuot program. Rabbis and educators from the Houston area will be leading 18-minute sessions on a variety of Jewish topics. We will also join together for Ma'ariv and a special cheesecake break! The event is free to attend, but we ask that you register in advance.REGISTER HERE
Yizkor: Shavuot Addendum
Yizkor Book - Shavuot Addendum | Deadline: May 26th Yizkor is soon approaching, a time when we honor the memory of our loved ones. Shavuot Yizkor Services will take place on Tuesday morning, June 3rd. The Yizkor Book will be distributed at Shavuot Yizkor services. 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 Shavuot Addendum, the form below must be submitted by May 26th. Names received after the 26th, might not be printed in the Addendum, but will be included in the online version. Click here to remember the name(s) of your loved one(s)
Tween Movie Night & Ice Cream
All tweens are invited to join in the fun on Sunday, June 1 from 4:00-6:00p. Get ready to kick off the summer with a fantastic event at Beth Yeshurun! Join us for a movie night and ice cream sundae bar where tweens can enjoy their favorite treats with friends. They are welcome to wear pajamas and bring a pillow and blanket for extra comfort. This is one event your kids won't want to miss! This event is for ages 9-12. REGISTER HERE
Shavuot Inclusion Program
Come join us on Sunday, June 1 at 9:00a at Brith Shalom for a fun and inclusive Shavuot brunch! Everyone is welcome - no matter your age or ability, along with families, caregivers, friends and allies. There will be fun activites and crafts for all ages, along with a variety of delicous dairy treats. To ensure everyone can pariticipate to the best of their abilities, please let us know if you require accomodations. You may bring any items or devices that make you more comfortable. The event is free but registration is appreciated.REGISTER HERE
Shavuot Services
Juice Box Drive for Kids' Meals
The Summer Juice Box Challenge continues throughJune 30th. Purchase juice boxes (must be 100% juice) to be sent directly to Kids’ Meals Houston. Our goal is to provide 2,000 juice boxes! Help us get there! MORE INFO
Trip to Israel Coming: October 19th-26th
Join Rabbi Strauss on this incredible experience that will offer a meaningful opportunity to explore Israel, bear witness, and show our unwavering support for the people of Israel while deepening the bonds within our Houston Jewish community and strengthening our collective connection to our Jewish homeland. This trip is organized by the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston. Learn more at the information session on Wednesday, May 21st at 7:00p. Location provided upon registration.MORE INFO
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Wisdom of Torah with Rabbi Brian Strauss Tuesday, May 13th 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, May14th 7:45a to 8:30a Rabbi Morgen teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy! Volunteer Choir Practice Wednesday, May 14th 5:30p to 7:00p All are welcome to join the new and growing musical community led by Music Director, Julie Sacks. Whether you are an experienced singer or simply love to sing along, we’d love for you to join us. No registration is required. For more information, jsacks@bethyeshurun.org
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, May 14th 7:00p to 8:00p Explore tools for mindfulness, find a a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting. MORE INFO
Kids Meals/SEARCH Bag Assembly Thursday, May 15th 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
Shabbat Renewal Sermon by Rabbi Brian Strauss Friday, May 16th 6:00p. CLICK TO STREAM
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, May 16th 6:30p MORE INFO
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, May 16th 8:30a MORE INFO
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Sermon by Rabbi Steven Morgen Bar Mitzvah of Tyler Levin Shabbat, May 17th 9:30aCLICK TO STREAM
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, May 17th 9:30a MORE INFO
MyShabbat Shabbat, May 17th 9:30a to 10:30a An interactive, engaging, and educational Shabbat service for 2nd through 6th-grade students and their families.
Shabbat Shalom with Tobi Shabbat, May 17th 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
Jewish Learning Project (JLP) Sunday, May 18th 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.
2025 Annual Meeting - May 18th
We hope that you will join us at our 2025 Annual Meeting on Sunday, May 18th as we elect our synagogue board of directors, discuss the accomplishments of the previous and share what is in store for the coming year. We will celebrate our outgoing President - Lori Herzog - and welcome our new President - Micah Kessler. REGISTER HERE Schedule:
Board Photos (Current and Future) at 4:30p Business Meeting at 5:00p | Freedman Levit Sanctuary Dinner at 6:00p | $18 per person | Stein Hall
Jewish Heritage Day With the Space Cowboys
Come out to the ball game on Sunday, May 18th at 2:05 PM at Constellation Field in Sugar Land. It is Jewish Heritage Day at Constellation Field to watch the Space Cowboys beat the Aces! Multiple ticket options are available, including one to include a kosher meal. Click for ticket Information and to purchase tickets online
100 Jewish Men: An Evening with Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz
Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz joins us for a conversation on his book, "The Case for Dual Loyalty." The book challenges the oldest taboo in American Jewish life. Rabbi Lebovitz argues that proudly declaring Jewish loyalty forges a new path forward imbued with pride of peoplehood and collective destiny. What he calls "dual loyalty" is not just about supporting Israel - it's about loyalty to Jewish peoplehood as a foundational principle of our identity no less than our loyalty to America. Wednesday, May 21st | Dinner at 6:30p | Program at 7:00p Beth Yeshurun Members: Program Only - $12 | Dinner & Program - $25 Non-Members: Program Only - $25 | Dinner & Program - $38MORE INFO AND REGISTRATION
Juice Box Drive for Kids' Meals
Beth Yeshurun is supporting Kids’ Meals Houston’s by participating in the 2025 Summer Juice Box Challenge. Purchase juice boxes (must be 100% juice) to be sent directly to Kids’ Meals Houston. Each weekday, Kids Meals’ Houston delivers healthy meals to Houston’s hungriest preschool-aged children.Our goal is to provide 2,000 juice boxes! Help us get there! The Juice Box Challenge goes through June 30th.MORE INFO
Diaper Drive for Lone Star Diaper Bank
Help support struggling families by donating diapers (opened and unopened packages) in all sizes and baby wipes, or make a purchase from the wishlist. Lonestar Diaper Bank provides essential diaper supplies to families in need, alleviating the burden of "diaper stress" and connecting families to practical support during difficult times. There will be donation bins in the administrative lobby and in front of Freedman Levit. The drive begins May 9th and goes through May 18th.MORE INFO
YES Lunch and Program
Wednesday, May 21st 11:30a Enjoy lunch with friends, then welcome one of our favorite entertainers, Rob Landes! This event is open to the community, so feel free to share with other seniors that might enjoy our program! Please register by Sunday, May 18th. $10 per person | Lunch 11:30a | Entertainment 12:00pREGISTER HERE
Yizkor: Shavuot Addendum
Yizkor Book - Shavuot Addendum | Deadline: May 26th Yizkor is soon approaching, a time when we honor the memory of our loved ones. Shavuot Yizkor Services will take place on Tuesday morning, June 3rd. The Yizkor Book will be distributed at Shavuot Yizkor services. 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 Shavuot Addendum, the form below must be submitted by May 26th. Names received after the 26th, might not be printed in the Addendum, but will be included in the online version. The Addendum includes those names that were not yet submitted since the Passover Addendum.
Sunday, June 1st from 7:00p-12:00a Beth Yeshurun is hosting this year's annual community-wide Tikkun Leil Shavuot program. Rabbis and educators from Houston area congregations will be leading 18-minute sessions on a variety of Jewish topics. We will also come together for Ma'ariv and a special cheesecake break!
Trip to Israel Coming: October 19th-26th
Join Rabbi Strauss on this incredible experience that will offer a meaningful opportunity to explore Israel, bear witness, and show our unwavering support for the people of Israel while deepening the bonds within our Houston Jewish community and strengthening our collective connection to our Jewish homeland. This trip is organized by the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston. Learn more at the information session on Wednesday, May 21st at 7:00pm. Location provided upon registration.MORE INFO
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Wisdom of Torah with Rabbi Brian Strauss Tuesday, May 6th 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, May 7th 7:45a to 8:30a Rabbi Morgen teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah with our clergy! Volunteer Choir Practice Wednesday, May 7th 5:30p to 7:00p All are welcome to join the new and growing musical community led by Music Director, Julie Sacks. Whether you are an experienced singer or simply love to sing along, we’d love for you to join us. No registration is required. For more information, jsacks@bethyeshurun.org
Jewish Meditation Group Wednesday, May 7th 7:00p to 8:00p Explore tools for mindfulness, find a a different way to talk to God, and deepen your prayer with meditation and chanting. MORE INFO
Shabbat Renewal : Mothers' Day Shabbat Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort Friday, May 9th 6:00p. CLICK TO STREAM As we head into Mother's Day weekend we celebrate our moms at Shabbat Renewal! J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, May 9th 6:30p MORE INFO
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, May 10th 8:30a MORE INFO
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Sermon by Rabbi Steven Morgen Shabbat, May 10th 9:30aCLICK TO STREAM
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, May 10th 9:30a MORE INFO
Shabbat Shalom with Tobi Shabbat, May 10th 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
Jewish Learning Project (JLP) Sunday, May 11th 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.
2025 Annual Meeting - May 18th
We hope that you will join us at our 2025 Annual Meeting on Sunday, May 18th as we elect our synagogue board of directors, discuss the accomplishments of the previous and share what is in store for the coming year. We will celebrate our outgoing President - Lori Herzog - and welcome our new President - Micah Kessler. REGISTER HERE Schedule:
Board Photos (Current and Future) at 4:30p Business Meeting at 5:00p | Freedman Levit Sanctuary Dinner at 6:00p | $18 per person | Stein Hall
Jewish Heritage Day With the Space Cowboys
Come out to the ball game on Sunday, May 18th at 2:05 PM at Constellation Field in Sugar Land. It is Jewish Heritage Day at Constellation Field to watch the Space Cowboys beat the Aces! Multiple ticket options are available, including one to include a kosher meal. Click for ticket Information and to purchase tickets online
100 Jewish Men: An Evening with Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz
Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz joins us for a conversation on his book, "The Case for Dual Loyalty." The book challenges the oldest taboo in American Jewish life. Rabbi Lebovitz argues that proudly declaring Jewish loyalty forges a new path forward imbued with pride of peoplehood and collective destiny. What he calls "dual loyalty" is not just about supporting Israel - it's about loyalty to Jewish peoplehood as a foundational principle of our identity no less than our loyalty to America. Wednesday, May 21st | Dinner at 6:30p | Program at 7:00p Beth Yeshurun Members: Program Only - $12 | Dinner & Program - $25 Non-Members: Program Only - $25 | Dinner & Program - $38MORE INFO AND REGISTRATION
Juice Box Drive for Kids' Meals
Beth Yeshurun is supporting Kids’ Meals Houston’s by participating in the 2025 Summer Juice Box Challenge. Purchase juice boxes (must be 100% juice) to be sent directly to Kids’ Meals Houston. Each weekday, Kids Meals’ Houston delivers healthy meals to Houston’s hungriest preschool-aged children.Our goal is to provide 2,000 juice boxes! Help us get there! The Juice Box Challenge goes through June 30th.MORE INFO
Diaper Drive for Lone Star Diaper Bank
Help support struggling families by donating diapers (opened and unopened packages) in all sizes and baby wipes, or make a purchase from the wishlist. Lonestar Diaper Bank provides essential diaper supplies to families in need, alleviating the burden of "diaper stress" and connecting families to practical support during difficult times. There will be donation bins in the administrative lobby and in front of Freedman Levit. The drive begins May 9th and goes through May 18th.MORE INFO
Trip to Israel Coming: October 19th-26th
Join Rabbi Strauss on this incredible experience that will offer a meaningful opportunity to explore Israel, bear witness, and show our unwavering support for the people of Israel while deepening the bonds within our Houston Jewish community and strengthening our collective connection to our Jewish homeland. This trip is organized by the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston. Learn more at the information session on Wednesday, May 21st at 7:00pm. Location provided upon registration.MORE INFO
Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.
Yom Hazikaron - Israel's Independence Day Tuesday, Apr 29nd 7:00p Please join the Consulate General of Israel to the Southwest, at Beth Yeshurun to commemorate Yom Hazikaron, Israel's Rememberance Day. We will honor the fallen soldiers and victims of terror..You must register to attend, and please see the link for the increased security measures and requirments.Register for Yom Hazikaron
Voices of Torah with Rabbi Steven Morgen Wednesday, Apr 30th 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 30rd 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
Young Adults: Celebrate Israel’s 77th at the Community-Wide Yom Ha’atzmaut White Out Party! Thursday May 1st 8:00p Dance the night away to the sounds of a live DJ and the uplifting energy that captures the joy of Israel. The evening will be filled with music, drinks, raffles, and a vibrant community spirit—don’t miss it! Dress in your best white outfit. Must register to attend, location will be shared after registration. MORE INFO AND REGISTRATION
Tot Shabbat! Friday, May 2nd 5:00p to 5:45p Toddlers & Preschoolers join us for a musical Shabbat, followed by challah and more fun!REGISTER HERE
Shabbat Renewal Guest Speaker: Renée Bario-Wizig Barrios, CEO Jewish Federation of Greater Houston Friday, May 2nd 6:00p. CLICK TO STREAM Better Together Shabbat in the Park: Singles 50+ Community-Wide Friday, May 2nd 6:00p at Bellaire Town Square 7008 South Rice Ave, Bellaire Shabbat in the Park & The Fab 4 Beatles Tribute MORE INFO
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service Friday, May 2nd 6:30p MORE INFO
J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, May 3rd 8:30a MORE INFO
Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service Bar Mitzvah of Adam Leventhal Sermon by Rabbi Steven Morgen Shabbat, May 3rd 9:30aCLICK TO STREAM
Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat, May 3rd 9:30a MORE INFO
MyShabbat Shabbat, May 3rd 9:30a An interactive, engaging, and educational Shabbat service for 2nd through 6th-grade students and their families.MORE INFO
Shabbat Shalom with Tobi Shabbat, May 3rd 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
Jewish Learning Project (JLP) Sunday, May 4th 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
Kids' Meals Teen and Tween Volunteer Event Sunday, May 4th 1:00p-2:00p Come help children in need and have a great time doing it! We will be packing snacks, decorating bags and collecting juice boxes for Kids' Meals. They are a great organization delivering free healthy meals directly to the the homes of hungry children. We will provide all the supplies.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.
Last chance to vote for MERCAZ
Voting ends this Sunday, May 4th. MERCAZ represents global Conservative/Masorti values at the World Zionist Congress and the affiliated “National Institutions”. Voting for MERCAZ USA helps support essential funding for US synagogues, Ramah camps, USY programs, and more. American Jews over 18 are eligible to vote online for a nominal $5 fee to prevent fraud.Click here to vote
2025 Annual Meeting - May 18th
We hope that you will join us at our 2025 Annual Meeting on Sunday May 18th as we elect our synagogue board of directors, discuss the accomplishments of the previous and share what is in store for the coming year. We will celebrate our outgoing President - Lori Herzog - and welcome our new President - Micah Kessler. REGISTER HERE Schedule:
Board Photos (Current and Future) at 4:30p Business Meeting at 5:00p | Freedman Levit Sanctuary Dinner at 6:00p | $18 per person | Stein Hall
100 Jewish Men: An Evening with Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz
Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz joins us for a conversation on his book, "The Case for Dual Loyalty." The book challenges the oldest taboo in American Jewish life. Rabbi Lebovitz argues that proudly declaring Jewish loyalty forges a new path forward imbued with pride of peoplehood and collective destiny. What he calls "dual loyalty" is not just about supporting Israel - it's about loyalty to Jewish peoplehood as a foundational principle of our identity no less than our loyalty to America. Wednesday, May 21 | Dinner at 6:30p | Program at 7:00p Beth Yeshurun Members: Program Only - $12 | Dinner & Program - $25 Non-Members: Program Only - $25 | Dinner & Program - $38MORE INFO AND REGISTRATION
Juice Box Drive for Kids' Meals
Beth Yeshurun is supporting Kids’ Meals Houston’s mission by participating in the 2025 Summer Juice Box Challenge. Purchase juice boxes (must be 100% juice) to be sent directly to Kids’ Meals Houston. Visit the Juice Box Challenge website and an additional 5% of the retail value will go back to Kids’ Meals Houston! Each weekday, Kids Meals’ Houston delivers healthy meals to Houston’s hungriest preschool-aged children. When school is out, every child up to age 18 in these homes also receives a healthy meal from Kids’ Meals – that’s over 14,000 meals per day. Our goal is to provide 2,000 juice boxes! We have met our goal the last 4 years! Help us get there again! The Juice Box Challenge goes through June 30th.MORE INFO
Diaper Drive for Lone Star Diaper Bank
Help support struggling families by donating diapers (opened and unopened packages) in all sizes and baby wipes, or make a purchase from the wishlist. Lonestar Diaper Bank provides essential diaper supplies to families in need, alleviating the burden of "diaper stress" and connecting families to practical support during difficult times. There will be donation bins in the administrative lobby and in front of Freedman Levit. The drive begins May 9th and goes through May 18th.MORE INFO
Sisterhood News
Congratulations to Bonnie Winograd who was installed as the next Sisterhood Co-President, along with Co-President Jordana Roteman. Bonnie grew up here at Beth Yeshurun and is a lifelong member. She has been active in Sisterhood and serves on the Board of Trustees. She brings tremendous enthusiasm and creativity to this role. Be on the look out for a year of exciting programming for Beth Yeshurun women of all ages. SISTERHOOD INFO
Join Sisterhood’s cocktail reception Tuesday, September 16th 5:00-7:00 pm to officially welcome Sara Mendelson to the Beth Yeshurun Family. Other than being the wife of our newest rabbi, Sara loves museums, Broadway, Disneyland, and has been a guest on the hit podcast, “Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me.” All are welcome! Please register 
The annual challah bake is this Thursday, September 4th 6:00-7:30pm. Kick off the Sisterhood program year with our annual Challah Bake, led by Sandra Finkelman. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, this class is for you! Get our famous recipe and make your dough to bake at home. Open to all. Cost: $10 per adult, $18 per family. Kids and grandkids are welcome.
