Virtual Community Weekly Email

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

Reynolds Elementary Toy Drive
ALL WEEK
Help us collect a new toy for every child at Reynolds Elementary! MORE INFO

Wisdom of Torah with Rabbi Brian Strauss
TUESDAY, DEC 12TH 7:45A TO 8:30A
Rabbi Strauss teaches Tuesday mornings as part of the Breakfast Club - learn Torah 4 days a week with our clergy!

Voices of Torah with Rabbi Steven Morgen
WEDNESDAY, DEC 13TH 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 13TH 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 13TH 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 14TH 7:45A TO 8:30A
Join us for Torah and breakfast after services. This week's guest is James McIngvale!

J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Evening Service
FRIDAY, DEC 15TH 5:00P MORE INFO

Shabbat Renewal with the Bush Family
Sermon by Rabbi Brian Strauss
FRIDAY, DEC 15TH 6:00P
Join us at Shabbat Renewal in our Freedman Levit Sanctuary. CLICK TO STREAM

J.B. Greenfield Chapel Shabbat Morning Service
SHABBAT, DEC 16TH 8:30A MORE INFO 

Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service
Bat Mitzvah of Sophia Bush
Sermon by Rabbi Sarah Fort
SHABBAT, DEC 16TH 9:30A
Join us for our Main Sanctuary Shabbat Morning Service. CLICK TO STREAM

Museum Minyan Shabbat Morning Service
SHABBAT, DEC 16TH 9:30A  MORE INFO

MyShabbat
SHABBAT, DEC 16TH 9:30A TO 10:30A
An interactive, engaging, and educational Shabbat service for 2nd through 6th-grade students and their families. MORE INFO

Shabbat Shalom
SHABBAT, DEC 16TH 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!

Parsha Study
SHABBAT, DEC 16TH 11:30A
Weekly Parsha Study following Chapel Shabbat Service.

J.B. Greenfield Chapel Mincha/Ma’ariv
SATURDAY, DEC 16TH 5:00P MORE INFO 

Jewish Learning Project
SUNDAY, DEC 17TH 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 17TH 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

Rosh Chodesh Program
SUNDAY, DEC 17TH 4:00P TO 5:30P
Join us each month for a new look at Rosh Chodesh. We look forward to exploring new themes each Hebrew month through discussion, speakers, and hands-on activities. 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.

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.

Rosh Chodesh

Sunday, December 17 at 4:00p

During the darkest time of the calendar year, bring some extra light and love of Shabbat into your home with other Jewish women with a Shabbat candle-themed "Paint-and-Sip" to celebrate Rosh Chodesh Tevet! To "sip," we'll have a variety of delicious kosher wines, and to "paint," local artist and educator Michelle Renfrow will provide us with beautiful canvases to paint along with her as we tap into our artistic sides! Click here to reserve your seat at our Rosh Chodesh Paint-and-Sip!

End of Year Giving

As the year comes to a close, we want to express our heartfelt thanks for your unwavering support as part of the Congregation Beth Yeshurun family. Together, we've stood in solidarity, supporting Israel and each other. However, we must address the rise in antisemitism. To ensure everyone's safety, we're enhancing security measures. Your support matters. Click here to join us in safeguarding our community. Every contribution counts.

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

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.