Virtual Community Weekly Email

Join us for a week of programming, prayer, and Jewish learning.

Voices of Torah with Rabbi Steven Morgen
WEDNESDAY, DEC 6TH 7:45A TO 8:30A
Rabbi Morgen teaches Wednesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah 4 days a week with our clergy!

Religious School & Sulam Classes
WEDNESDAY, DEC 6TH 4:45P TO 6:30P
The William S. Malev Schools for Religious Studies of Congregation Beth Yeshurun provides religious education for students from Pre-Kindergarten through 7th Grade. MORE INFO

Jewish Meditation Group
WEDNESDAY, DEC 6TH 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

Breakfast Club with Rabbi Fort and Guests
THURSDAY, DEC 7TH 7:45A TO 8:30A
Join us for Torah and breakfast after services!

First Night of Hanukkah
THURSDAY, DEC 7TH
When lighting the Hanukkah menorah on the first night, there are three blessings to recite. On all other night, there are only two. MORE INFO

100 Jewish Men & Sisterhood Welcome Scholar in Residence: Joel Chasnoff
THURSDAY, DEC 7TH 6:30P TO 8:30P
Join 100 Jewish Men and Beth Yeshurun Sisterhood for an evening of stories, reflections, and conversation about our magical connection with Israel, with comedian and Israel 201 author Joel Chasnoff! MORE INFO

Breakfast Club - Scholar in Residence: Joel Chasnoff
FRIDAY, DEC 8TH 8:00A TO 9:00A
Purity of Arms:  An interactive program where we will wrestle with the question, “Is there such a thing as ethical warfare, and if so, does the Jewish state have a higher standard than other countries?”  MORE INFO

Better Together Singles Over 50: Shabbat in the Park
FRIDAY, DEC 8TH 6:00P TO 8:00P
Join Jewish Singles Over 50 at Bellaire Town Square for Shabbat in the Park. MORE INFO

J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service
FRIDAY, DEC 8TH 5:00P MORE INFO

Shabbat Renewal: Scholar in Residence Joel Chasnoff
FRIDAY, DEC 8TH 6:00P
Join us at Shabbat Renewal in our Freedman Levit Sanctuary. Meet Joel Chasnoff and hear an introduction to his talk at Shabbat Kiddush. CLICK TO STREAM

J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service
SHABBAT, DEC 9TH 8:30A MORE INFO 

Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service
SHABBAT, DEC 9TH 9:30A
Join us for our Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service. CLICK TO STREAM

Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service
SHABBAT, DEC 9TH 9:30A  MORE INFO
 
Shabbat Shalom
SHABBAT, DEC 9TH 10:15A
Shabbat Shalom is a Shabbat morning program for young children under 7 years old. Each Shabbat, the children pray, sing, dance, hear stories, and much more! Children under 3 should come with a parent. No need to register!

Kiddush Luncheon with Scholar in Residence: Joel Chasnoff
SHABBAT, DEC 9TH 10:15A
Immediately folloing the Main San​​​​​​​ctuary Service join us for our Kiddush Luncheon with our Scholar in Residence Joel Chasnoff. He will give an update on Israel from the Israeli Perspective and we'll have time for Q&As. MORE INFO

J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv
SATURDAY, DEC 9TH 5:00P MORE INFO 

Reynolds Elementary Toy Drive
SUNDAY, DEC 10TH (ALL DAY)
Help us collect a new toy for every child at Reynolds Elementary! Our week-long drive runs Sunday December 10-17.  MORE INFO

Jewish Learning Project
SUNDAY, DEC 10TH 9:00A TO 11:00A
Join us Sunday mornings for learning opportunities with our clergy as well as special guest speakers. MORE INFO

Religious School & Sulam Classes
SUNDAY, DEC 10TH 9:30A TO 12:30P
The William S. Malev Schools for Religious Studies of Congregation Beth Yeshurun provides religious education for students from Pre-Kindergarten through 7th Grade. MORE INFO

Sensory-Sensitive Hanukkah Event
SUNDAY, DEC 10TH 2:00P TO 3:30P
For children and adults who prefer a more low-key event, we will have all of the fun, food, crafts, and candle lighting of our bigger event, but in a more sensory-sensitive environment. MORE INFO

Light Up the Night! A Hanukkah Celebration
SUNDAY, DEC 10TH 5:00P TO 6:30P
Join us for Hanukkah food, crafts, and fireworks to celebrate Hanukkah! MORE INFO

A full list of upcoming events can be found 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.

Scholar in Residence: Joel Chasnoff

This year, we welcome author and comedian Joel Chasnoff for our Fall Scholar-in-Residence.  We hope you will join us for one of the sessions that we have planned!

Thursday, December 7 | 6:30P | Stein Hall | $18 per person, inlcudes dinner
Join 100 Jewish Men and Beth Yeshurun Sisterhood for an evening of stories, reflections, and conversation about our magical connection with Israel, with comedian and Israel 201 author Joel Chasnoff

Friday, December 8 | J.B. Greenfield Chapel Breakfast at 8:00A | Stein Hall
Purity of Arms:  An interactive program where we will wrestle with the question, “Is there such a thing as ethical warfare, and if so, does the Jewish state have a higher standard than other countries?”

Friday, December 8 | Shabbat Renewal at 6:00P | Freedman Levit Sanctuary
Meet Joel Chasnoff and hear an introduction to his talk at Shabbat Kiddush

Saturday, December 9 | Kiddush Lunch | Stein Hall
Update on Israel from the Israeli Perspective, with Q&A

Click here for more information and to register for any ove the events above

Light Up The Night

Sunday, December 10 | 5:00-6:00P
$8 Preschoolers | $10 Elementary Kids | $12 Middle/High School & Adults

Join us for the fifth night of Hanukkah as we Light Up the Night! We will have dinner, including traditional Hanukkah treats, as well as crafts and SURPRISES for all ages. We'll light the candles for Hanukkah before we head out to the parking lot for a real fireworks show! Click here to register by Thursday, December 7 at noon

Sensory-Sensitive Hanukkah Event

Sunday, December 10 | 2:00 - 3:30P
Suggested donation - $10 per person or $18 per family

Join us for a Hanukkah event for congregants of all ages with visual, auditory, or social sensitivities or disabilities.  We will have latkes, cookie decorating, crafts, and a Hanukkah photo booth, all in a sensory-sensitive environment. Click here to register by Thursday, December 7 at noon

Reynolds Elementary Toy Drive

Week of December 10

For the last three years, we have collected at least one new toy for every child at our partner school, Reynolds Elementary. Let’s do it again this year! Our Toy Drive kicks off December 10th and runs through Sunday, December 17th. Unwrapped toys can be left in the Bender Levy and Administrative Lobbies.

Sisterhood Giftshop

Your Sisterhood Gift Shop is fully stocked for Chanukah. Judaic jewelry, both gold and silver. Menorahs. Candles. Dreidels. Gift wrap. Cards, Kid items. Decorative items. Chocolate. They are open: Tuesday-Thurs 10:00A - 4:00P; Friday 10:00A - 2:00P; Sunday 10:00A - 1:00P; Closed Saturday and Monday. Reach them directely at 713-255-8021 or by email at giftshop@bethyeshurun.org. Please support Sisterhood.

Cemetery Lot Price Increase

The Beth Yeshurun Cemetery Association maintains two cemeteries – the Allen Parkway Cemetery location and the Post Oak Cemetery location. The new schedule of prices: Pre-Need - Current is $3,500 and New will be $4,200 |  At Need - Current is $4,000 and New will be $4,800. For more information or to schedule an appointment to select your location at one of our cemeteries, please contact: Larry Caulfield at (713) 255-8076 or (281) 728-3293 or Marilyn Ozaroff at (713) 255-8075 or (713)502-8228

Beth Yeshurun Stands in Solidarty with Israel
Today. Tomorrow. Always. Am Yisrael Chai.

We know everyone is hurting. Here is a way for you to take action. Jewish Federation of Greater Houston has opened a fund to meet the immediate and ongoing needs on the ground. Visit houstonjewish.org/supportisrael to donate now. Jewish Federations have identified the following urgent priority needs requiring our immediate collective assistance. 100% of the funds will be distributed to support victims of terror, medical support, trauma recovery, crisis management, and direct lifesaving relief efforts via our trusted overseas partners who know the needs on the ground such as the Jewish Agency for Israel, the Joint Distribution Committee, and others.

TAKE 45 SECONDS TO KEEP ISRAEL SAFE
We urge you to text “Israel” to 24722 to support AIPAC’s bipartisan, ongoing efforts to provide Israel with the security, diplomatic and materiel support that only our government can provide. For more on how you can support congressional action, visit aipac.org.

This flyer details how each of us can help ensure Israel has what it needs to defeat Hamas and defend its citizens.

SUPPORT ISRAEL BONDS
Every Israel Bonds investment, donation or gift by a synagogue member strengthens and renews the connection of the members of our congregation to Israel and each other. Celebrate the New Year 5784 by sharing an Israel Bond with a family member or with a Shalom Bond donation to the synagogue or your favorite cause or community institution. Click Here to Invest in Israel Bonds

ADVOCATE FOR THE RELEASE OF ALL HOSTAGES
On October 7, 240 people were atrociously abducted by Hamas to Gaza. Among them at least 33 babies and children, as well as women, people with disabilities, and elderly, from over 40 nationalities, including the United States.The U.S. has a singular role in ending this humanitarian crisis - but only if it makes it a priority. Take a minute of your day and make a call and save their lives. Click here for more information about ONEMINADAY

AJC - NATIONAL MOBILIZATION WEEK
the American Jewish community’s National Mobilization Week launched today! AIPAC is leading this nationwide effort to surge pro-Israel calls into congressional offices each day through Friday. Please click here to find your members of Congress and make your calls for today (watch a brief instructional video here ). Your participation throughout the week is critical to ensuring our elected officials stand with Israel throughout its war to destroy Hamas and free all the hostages. Their goal is to generate 100,000 phone calls to Congress by the end of the week. Please do your part by calling each of your members of Congress today and for the next four days. 

Mazel Tov

We invite you to share with us your simchas - births, engagement, weddings, or award and recognitions. Fill our Mazel Tov form with your information a picture and share your great news with the rest of the congregation. Click here to Submit your Simcha!

Volunteer Opportunities

There are numerous ongoing opportunities waiting for you to make a difference. By volunteering, you'll not only enhance your community but also foster meaningful connections and create a positive impact that ripples through the lives of others. Click here for Volunteer Opportunities within the community.

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Your Sisterhood Giftshop is here for all your Judaica needs! 
Email them directly giftshop@bethyeshurun.org or call 713.255.8021.