Calling all caring volunteers looking for a monthly volunteer/mitzvah opportunity providing an enjoyable morning for family caregivers and individuals living with mild to moderate memory loss due to Alzheimer’s or other dementias. The Gathering Place is staffed by Emanu El volunteers and professional staff from CarePartners, a Houston non-profit with which Emanu El has partnered […]
Motherhood Together is an ongoing program for families who have welcomed new babies through birth and adoption which provides a supportive community and conversation for moms and babies during the first 12 weeks of the child's life. The program offers: Weekly sessions facilitated by a certified postpartum doula with visits from postnatal specialists and Emanu […]
Congregation Emanu El is excited to welcome Rabbi Dr. Wendy Zierler, Ph.D., during the weekend of December 5 – 7 as the Rozelle & Robert I. Kahn Scholar in Residence. Wendy Zierler is Sigmund Falk Professor of Modern Jewish Literature and Feminist Studies at HUC-JIR in New York. Prior to joining HUC-JIR she was a […]
Dinner 5:45 p.m. | Service 6:15 p.m. Families with young children are invited to join Congregation Emanu El for this monthly event to share a special Shabbat led by a member of our clergy and geared toward families with little ones ages 0-6. Tot Shabbat will begin with an optional dinner provided by Houston Catering […]
Congregation Emanu El is excited to welcome Rabbi Dr. Wendy Zierler during the weekend of December 5 – 7 as the Rozelle & Robert I. Kahn Scholar in Residence. Wendy Zierler is Sigmund Falk Professor of Modern Jewish Literature and Feminist Studies at HUC-JIR in New York. Prior to joining HUC-JIR she was a Research […]
The Mindfulness Meditation group integrates Jewish values into a practice of gaining awareness of yourself and others. All levels are welcome. The first Saturday of each month is dedicated to beginners and includes an introduction to mindfulness.
9:00am- 10:15am, Torah Study, "Reclaiming Dinah: A Woman's Story" Click here to register for the Torah study session
10:30am, Shabbat Morning Service, For You Were a Stranger: On Empathy and Metaphor as Spiritual Practice
Join us for our warm, participatory Shabbat morning Proler Chapel service, then stay for a chance to schmooze and enjoy a schmear. No RSVP required!
Note: To help guide the discussion, participants are encouraged to watch the following two TV episodes in advance: Gilmore Girls: Season 2 Episode 17, “Dead Uncles and Vegetables” (Netflix) Northern Exposure, Season 4 Episode 22, “Kaddish for Uncle Manny.” (Prime) Address to be shared upon registration
Sundays through May 18, 2026 Intermediate Adult Hebrew: 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. This year-long adult Hebrew class is beginning on September 14, and you are invited to participate! The intermediate adult Hebrew level class will focus on reading to increase prayer reading fluency. The course cost is $250 and includes materials.
9:30am-11:00am, Adult Education Session- TV and Torah: Serial Television and Jewish Religious Conversation Click here to register for the Adult Education session To help guide the discussion, participants are encouraged to watch the following two TV episodes in advance- Gilmore Girls: Season 2 Episode 17, “Dead Uncles and Vegetables” (Netflix) Northern Exposure, Season 4 Episode 22, “Kaddish […]
Sundays through May 18, 2026 Beginning Adult Hebrew: 10:30 a.m. – Noon This year-long adult Hebrew class is beginning on September 14, and you are invited to participate! The beginning adult Hebrew class will focus on learning the Hebrew aleph bet and acquiring the skills to decode simple words and phrases. The course cost is […]
Motherhood Together is an ongoing program for families who have welcomed new babies through birth and adoption which provides a supportive community and conversation for moms and babies during the first 12 weeks of the child's life. The program offers: Weekly sessions facilitated by a certified postpartum doula with visits from postnatal specialists and Emanu […]
The Women of Gen X look forward to kicking off the holiday season at their pre-Chanukah "BYOW" celebration to benefit the Houston Area Women's Center. For the BYOW (Bring Your Own Whatever), you are invited to bring your favorite beverage, Chanukah-themed snack, and wear your favorite cute OR ugly holiday sweater! We will pack emergency […]
Shabbat evening worship services feature diverse musical accompaniment and worship styles. Our Friday evening service is available online through our streaming video page. Most Friday evening services may be found on our Proler Chapel broadcast; however, on some occasions, it can be found on our Barish Sanctuary broadcast. Please review our weekly congregational communications for the most up-to-date information. […]
The Mindfulness Meditation group integrates Jewish values into a practice of gaining awareness of yourself and others. All levels are welcome. The first Saturday of each month is dedicated to beginners and includes an introduction to mindfulness.
Shabbat morning worship services feature diverse musical accompaniment and worship styles, and are available in person or online through our streaming video page. Please review our weekly email newsletter for the most up-to-date information on our services. These services are also available on our website, YouTube, Facebook, and Roku. To help guide you in our worship, please utilize the CCAR’s […]
Shabbat morning worship services feature diverse musical accompaniment and worship styles, and are available in person or online through our streaming video page. Please review our weekly email newsletter for the most up-to-date information on our services. These services are also available on our website, YouTube, Facebook, and Roku. To help guide you in our worship, please utilize the CCAR’s […]
Celebrate the first night of Chanukah with song! Our evening will include feel-good favorites like Lean on Me, You’ve Got a Friend, and Bridge Over Troubled Water, as well as some joyful Chanukah-themed music. We’ll conclude the evening by lighting the Chanukah candles together. Fun for all ages!
Sundays through May 18, 2026 Intermediate Adult Hebrew: 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. This year-long adult Hebrew class is beginning on September 14, and you are invited to participate! The intermediate adult Hebrew level class will focus on reading to increase prayer reading fluency. The course cost is $250 and includes materials.
Sundays through May 18, 2026 Beginning Adult Hebrew: 10:30 a.m. – Noon This year-long adult Hebrew class is beginning on September 14, and you are invited to participate! The beginning adult Hebrew class will focus on learning the Hebrew aleph bet and acquiring the skills to decode simple words and phrases. The course cost is […]
Join us on December 14 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. as the kitchen heats up and excitement rises for our 6th & 7th grade youth group's next program! Bring your best muffin-making skills and compete for baking glory in this exciting showdown you won’t want to miss! We will provide a supervised hangout space from […]
Join us as we prepare close to 1,000 sack lunches as Kids’ Meals works to end hunger amongst children on the third Tuesday of the month. Open to participants of all ages. To get on the volunteer mailing list, please contact Donnie Bundman. Emanu El’s involvement with Kids’ Meals is made possible through the generosity […]
Whether you're a new player or experienced, come by yourself, with a friend or your group and play mah jongg with Sisterhood! Players of all abilities are welcome. The evening will include a light dinner for $7. Please register using the link above or contact the Sisterhood office at 713.529.5771, ext. 233. Registration is a […]
Join Rabbi Silk for an engaging monthly lunch and learn class beginning on Thursday, November 20, at 12:30 p.m. Using the fabulous IYUN curriculum we will study and discuss: Pursuing Justice - Walking Wholeheartedly in a Broken World. This thought provoking and engaging six-session course will guide us through deep and meaningful learning to respond to […]
Motherhood Together is an ongoing program for families who have welcomed new babies through birth and adoption which provides a supportive community and conversation for moms and babies during the first 12 weeks of the child's life. The program offers: Weekly sessions facilitated by a certified postpartum doula with visits from postnatal specialists and Emanu […]
Let’s Celebrate Chanukkah Together! Service 6:00 p.m. Dinner & Festivities 7:00 p.m. Bring your friends and family and join us for a cozy evening of delicious food and good company as we celebrate the Festival of Lights. Guests will enjoy latkes, sufganiyot, and games by the warm glow of the menorah. To make the evening […]
The Mindfulness Meditation group integrates Jewish values into a practice of gaining awareness of yourself and others. All levels are welcome. The first Saturday of each month is dedicated to beginners and includes an introduction to mindfulness.
Shabbat morning worship services feature diverse musical accompaniment and worship styles, and are available in person or online through our streaming video page. Please review our weekly email newsletter for the most up-to-date information on our services. These services are also available on our website, YouTube, Facebook, and Roku. To help guide you in our worship, please utilize the CCAR’s […]
It's time for us to volunteer together again! This month, Emanu El Cares has not ONE but TWO opportunities for individuals and families of all ages. Join us at the Houston Food Bank to help with a variety of projects including sorting food, repacking dry food, and more! Looking for something a little more F-U-N? […]
SEARCH Houston’s Mobile Outreach team distributes snack packs and sack lunches to individuals who are experiencing homelessness and living on the streets. Our team of volunteers meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 10:00 a.m. to fill bags with an assortment of non-perishable snack items. Often, the packs provide the only food our […]
Shabbat evening worship services feature diverse musical accompaniment and worship styles. Our Friday evening service is available online through our streaming video page. Most Friday evening services may be found on our Proler Chapel broadcast; however, on some occasions, it can be found on our Barish Sanctuary broadcast. Please review our weekly congregational communications for the most up-to-date information. […]
The Mindfulness Meditation group integrates Jewish values into a practice of gaining awareness of yourself and others. All levels are welcome. The first Saturday of each month is dedicated to beginners and includes an introduction to mindfulness.
Shabbat morning worship services feature diverse musical accompaniment and worship styles, and are available in person or online through our streaming video page. Please review our weekly email newsletter for the most up-to-date information on our services. These services are also available on our website, YouTube, Facebook, and Roku. To help guide you in our worship, please utilize the CCAR’s […]
Shabbat evening worship services feature diverse musical accompaniment and worship styles. Our Friday evening service is available online through our streaming video page. Most Friday evening services may be found on our Proler Chapel broadcast; however, on some occasions, it can be found on our Barish Sanctuary broadcast. Please review our weekly congregational communications for the most up-to-date information. […]
The Mindfulness Meditation group integrates Jewish values into a practice of gaining awareness of yourself and others. All levels are welcome. The first Saturday of each month is dedicated to beginners and includes an introduction to mindfulness.
Shabbat morning worship services feature diverse musical accompaniment and worship styles, and are available in person or online through our streaming video page. Please review our weekly email newsletter for the most up-to-date information on our services. These services are also available on our website, YouTube, Facebook, and Roku. To help guide you in our worship, please utilize the CCAR’s […]
Join us for our warm, participatory Shabbat morning Proler Chapel service, then stay for a chance to schmooze and enjoy a schmear. No RSVP required!