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High Holy Day Kick-Off Reception
High Holy Day Kick-Off Reception
Gather with friends and loved ones before services to celebrate the New Year together over refreshments and hors d’oeuvres.
Gather with friends and loved ones before services to celebrate the New Year together over refreshments and hors d’oeuvres.
This innovative service features a joyful, creative, contemporary prayer experience, suitable for all ages, with unique musical additions to encourage singing and participation.
Designed for children 8 and under and their families, this lively and fun service highlights the themes and rituals of the holiday.
Join us for a sweet treat and chance to greet friends at the family reception immediately following the Rosh HaShanah children’s service.
This intergenerational service combines familiar music and prayers with beautiful liturgical writing and stirring poetry. You will also experience an inspiring and engaging collection of music enhanced by our professional […]
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 […]
Join us for our first Coffee & Conversation, during which we will learn all about the Reggio philosophy from our new Becker Assistant Director, Ashly Tamayo. Please drop off your children in carpool, then park in our west lot or parking garage. We will be in the youth lounge with coffee and tea.
Hear a message of inspiration to deepen your spiritual and moral explorations on this very special Shabbat between Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur. Our member Sondee Chalcraft will share a […]
Join us for our warm, participatory and hamish Shabbat morning Proler Chapel service, then stay for a chance to schmooze and enjoy a schmear. No RSVP required! Mark your calendar and plan to attend an engaging and spiritual prayer service on the first Shabbat morning of the month at 10:30 a.m., and stay after services […]
Are you interested in reducing stress, enhancing your performance, and gaining insight and awareness of yourself and others? Consider joining Emanu El’s mediation group on Shabbat mornings. Jewish values and influences are often incorporated, and many find that it enhances their own practice of Judaism. Certified and experienced leaders include Ann Friedman, Jan Silver, Susan […]
Our chapel service is an informal participatory service where all are invited to share reading, singing and being part of a warm and welcoming community. At the same time, the worship service in the Barish Sanctuary is led by young adults who are becoming bar or bat mitzvah To help guide you in our worship, […]
To complement our High Holy Day Children’s Services, families with children in 2nd grade or younger are invited to join Emanu El clergy and staff for an in-person outdoor experience featuring PJ Library Story Walk™. We will be gathering at the Nature Discovery Center in Bellaire for this very special event. Arrive at your convenience […]
We invite all to join together in the beautiful, serene surroundings of Emanu El Memorial Park to remember their dear ones during the High Holy Day season.
This service, on the holiest night of the year, will feature the contemplative prayers and stirring music unique to this holiday. They will be accompanied by Ann Frohbieter on organ and our professional choir and include the poignant setting of Kol Nidre played by Brinton Smith, Principal Cellist of the Houston Symphony.
Designed for children 8 and under and their families, this service offers engaging music, prayers and stories that will encourage families to reflect on how we can be our best […]
This service will be led by our clergy, accompanied by Ann Frohbeiter on organ and our professional choir. Through stirring music and meaningful prayer, we will reflect on the themes […]
Enhance your Yom Kippur experience with these afternoon options. 12:30 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Jonah Variety Hour, Barish Sanctuary (in person with streaming options) Delve into the Book of Jonah through […]
Through meaningful readings and soul-stirring music, we will journey through varied expressions of grief and memory.
Do you want all the benefits of a book discussion group without the need to commit to extensive reading ahead of time? Do you want to connect with both your Judaism and a fun group of people? If your answer to any of these questions is yes, then join us for A Taste of Talmud, […]
Shabbat evening worship services feature a diverse rotation of 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 […]
Adult theater lovers, this one’s for you! Come out for a night at the Alley Theatre to see Ken Ludwig’s latest play, Lend Me A Soprano, a screwball comedy guaranteed to leave you teary-eyed with laughter. Group ticketing available at various price levels. An optional group dinner will be held beforehand. For more details, please […]
Join us for Gems of Torah, an in-depth exploration of the weekly Torah portion. For more information, please call Rabbi Silk’s office at 713.529.5771, ext. 212, or email her at rabbipbs@emanuelhouston.org.
Are you interested in reducing stress, enhancing your performance, and gaining insight and awareness of yourself and others? Consider joining Emanu El’s mediation group on Shabbat mornings. Jewish values and influences are often incorporated, and many find that it enhances their own practice of Judaism. Certified and experienced leaders include Ann Friedman, Jan Silver, Susan […]
Our chapel service is an informal participatory service where all are invited to share reading, singing and being part of a warm and welcoming community. At the same time, the worship service in the Barish Sanctuary is led by young adults who are becoming bar or bat mitzvah To help guide you in our worship, […]
It might be “just a basket” to some, but to immigrants who are new to Houston as well as families in need, a basket full of useful housewarming, culturally appropriate items is just the ticket to make a move into an empty apartment a little bit easier. This is the focus of Sisterhood’s Social Action […]
Join us for this year's Sukkot on Sunset! The fun will include all the favorites, including our rock-climbing wall, hayrides, bounce houses, crafts, and live music. This event has been enhanced to include something for everyone, including delicious BBQ, refreshments and an Erev Sukkot service in the Sukkah! The cost for this event is $5 […]
JED Talk in the Sukkah: Join accomplished actor and author Alexandra Silber for an evening of story and song. Coming off her recent stint as the lead in the Alley Theatre's production of Lend Me a Soprano, Ms. Silber will share the story of her life's journey, which has taken her to Broadway and London's […]
Come enjoy the Emanu El sukkah and help the Social Justice Core Team and EEVotes write postcards to engage under-represented voters around Texas and encourage them to vote. This simple act of non-partisan service can make a huge difference in voter turnout.
The Texas Vaccine Institute will be in the Conference Room at Emanu El to give flu shots at the cost of $28. High dose flu shots will also be available for $70. Participants with Medicare as their primary insurance do not have to pay; others will be given a receipt to claim reimbursement with their […]
We are excited to bring Work of Our Hands back into the building! Join us on the second Thursday of the month as we host a group that enjoys companionship while knitting and/or crocheting shawls, bonnets, booties, lap blankets etc. for patients in the Texas Medical Center. The beauty of this mitzvah covers neo-natal infants […]
Shabbat evening worship services feature a diverse rotation of 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 […]
Our weekly gathering as a congregation will be followed by a special light oneg sponsored by Sisterhood in our gorgeous new Sukkah. As Rabbi Hayon states, “Sukkot is meant to be a time when we open our hearts to each other.” Come gather with your community and connect with your temple family.
Join us for Gems of Torah, an in-depth exploration of the weekly Torah portion. For more information, please call Rabbi Silk’s office at 713.529.5771, ext. 212, or email her at rabbipbs@emanuelhouston.org.
Are you interested in reducing stress, enhancing your performance, and gaining insight and awareness of yourself and others? Consider joining Emanu El’s mediation group on Shabbat mornings. Jewish values and influences are often incorporated, and many find that it enhances their own practice of Judaism. Certified and experienced leaders include Ann Friedman, Jan Silver, Susan […]
Our chapel service is an informal participatory service where all are invited to share reading, singing and being part of a warm and welcoming community. At the same time, the worship service in the Barish Sanctuary is led by young adults who are becoming bar or bat mitzvah To help guide you in our worship, […]
Our Consecration students will participate in a special ceremony with their parents to celebrate the beginning of their religious education at Congregation Emanu El. Simchat Torah, Hebrew for “rejoicing in the law,” celebrates the completion and restarting of the annual reading of the Torah.
Come celebrate Simchat Torah with Dee Dee and Mike as they present their energetic “Jazz, Java & Jive” to Congregation Emanu El in a relaxed coffeehouse-vibe setting. A delightful hour of genre-transitioning music, Dee Dee and Mike will perform favorites from an extensive list of jazz, Jewish and pop songs that they’ve sung together and […]
The congregation’s observance of the Simchat Torah festival service which will include the prayers of Yizkor will take place in the Proler Chapel. No reservation needed. Those unable to join us are encouraged to tune in online as the service will be broadcast on our streaming video page (select Proler Chapel), Facebook, YouTube, and Roku.
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, all that we ask are that you are required to wear masks regardless of vaccination status as we prepare the lunches. To get […]
Join us for Coffee and Conversation where we will learn from registered & licensed Dietitian Nutritionist, Sara P. Gonzalez, MS, RDN/LDN, IBCLC. She will discuss early childhood nutrition and ways to help our selective eaters. Please drop off your children in carpool, then park in our west lot or parking garage. We will be in […]
Shabbat evening worship services feature a diverse rotation of 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 […]
Join us for Gems of Torah, an in-depth exploration of the weekly Torah portion. For more information, please call Rabbi Silk’s office at 713.529.5771, ext. 212, or email her at rabbipbs@emanuelhouston.org.
Are you interested in reducing stress, enhancing your performance, and gaining insight and awareness of yourself and others? Consider joining Emanu El’s mediation group on Shabbat mornings. Jewish values and influences are often incorporated, and many find that it enhances their own practice of Judaism. Certified and experienced leaders include Ann Friedman, Jan Silver, Susan […]
Our chapel service is an informal participatory service where all are invited to share reading, singing and being part of a warm and welcoming community. At the same time, the worship service in the Barish Sanctuary is led by young adults who are becoming bar or bat mitzvah To help guide you in our worship, […]
Join Sisterhood for their Welcome Home Baskets, an important social action project which will provide 40 baskets full of housewarming items for Houston's newly arrived immigrants and families in need. Sisterhood invites you to help sort items on October 23, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. You can participate by dropping off new or nearly new […]
If you are a woman who has lost a significant other, you’re invited to join the Widow 2 Widow ladies for their first comeback event of the year: Gathering with Games! Bring your mah jongg, canasta, or scrabble sets and join us for a laid-back afternoon full of fun, laughter and a light dinner. The […]
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 […]
Join Kristopher Clancy, the Education Director for the Holocaust Centre of New Zealand, to learn about the history of Jews in New Zealand, the New Zealand response during the Holocaust, and the importance for Holocaust education in all corners of the earth. Clancy, a former Helfman teacher from Houston, moved to New Zealand in 2019, […]
Join Cantor Simmons and Rabbi Hayon for a beautiful Shabbat evening service with special guest, singer-songwriter Dan Nichols. Immediately following our evening service, all are invited to join us for a special Shabbat oneg featuring a mini-song session with our artist-in-residence. Click here to learn more about our Music at Emanu El series.
Join us in the Proler Chapel for an inspiring Shabbat morning service led by Dan Nichols and Rabbi Silk. Click here to learn more about our Music at Emanu El series.
You won't want to miss our spirited Havdalah sing-along with our talented musical guest and artist-in-residence. Light bites and drinks will be served. Click here to learn more about our Music at Emanu El series.
Join us for Gems of Torah, an in-depth exploration of the weekly Torah portion. For more information, please call Rabbi Silk’s office at 713.529.5771, ext. 212, or email her at rabbipbs@emanuelhouston.org.
Are you interested in reducing stress, enhancing your performance, and gaining insight and awareness of yourself and others? Consider joining Emanu El’s mediation group on Shabbat mornings. Jewish values and influences are often incorporated, and many find that it enhances their own practice of Judaism. Certified and experienced leaders include Ann Friedman, Jan Silver, Susan […]
Our chapel service is an informal participatory service where all are invited to share reading, singing and being part of a warm and welcoming community. At the same time, the worship service in the Barish Sanctuary is led by young adults who are becoming bar or bat mitzvah To help guide you in our worship, […]
Congregation Emanu El will host a mobile blood drive with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center. In honor of Emanu El congregants living with blood disorders, please sign up to donate blood and help make a difference in the lives of others. With the severe shortage of blood supply, every donation counts! Anyone over 120 lbs. […]
Join us for an informal education session to learn about pre-planning for yourself and your loved ones over breakfast. Guests will have an opportunity to speak with three Jewish funeral homes about their futures and purchase plots from Emanu El Memorial Park. This event is open to the public. RSVPs are requested by October 24. […]
O My G-d: Exploring the Divine Through Music Please join Dan Nichols for a deep dive into song craft and explore singer-writer's (Jewish and secular) perspectives on the meaning of time, love, place, purpose and “more-than-me-ness.” Click here to learn more about our Music at Emanu El series.
November 1, 8 & 15 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Our lifespans are longer than ever. And yet, TOO OFTEN older adults are put (or put themselves) “out to pasture,” […]
Enjoy a light meal for $7 and have a fun evening playing mah jongg with your friends. Please register online or by contacting the Sisterhood office at sishood@emanuelhouston.org or 713.529.5771, ext. 233.
Do you want all the benefits of a book discussion group without the need to commit to extensive reading ahead of time? Do you want to connect with both your […]
Emanu El is going to Israel this summer! Come to an information session that will cover the details of all the amazing opportunities and experiences in store for you on […]
All currently enrolled 7th graders and their families are invited to join us for 7th Grade Family Shabbat. Our evening will consist of attending services, Shabbat dinner, and viewing and discussing 13: The Musical. Following our programming, 7th graders will stay overnight. Please contact Becca Schwartzberg at beccas@emanuelhouston.org with any questions.
Dinner: 5:45 p.m. Service: 6:15 p.m. Families with young children will join Congregation Emanu El for this monthly event to share a special Shabbat led by a member of our […]
Dinner: 5:45 p.m. Service: 6:15 p.m. Families with young children will join Congregation Emanu El for this monthly event to share a special Shabbat led by a member of our […]
Shabbat evening worship services feature a diverse rotation of musical accompaniment and worship styles. Our Friday evening service is available online through our streaming video page. Most Friday evening services […]
Join us for our warm, participatory and hamish Shabbat morning Proler Chapel service, then stay for a chance to schmooze and enjoy a schmear. No RSVP required! Mark your calendar and plan to attend an engaging and spiritual prayer service on the first Shabbat morning of the month at 10:30 a.m., and stay after services […]
Are you interested in reducing stress, enhancing your performance, and gaining insight and awareness of yourself and others? Consider joining Emanu El’s mediation group on Shabbat mornings. Jewish values and influences are often incorporated, and many find that it enhances their own practice of Judaism. Certified and experienced leaders include Ann Friedman, Jan Silver, Susan […]
Join us for Gems of Torah, an in-depth exploration of the weekly Torah portion. For more information, please call Rabbi Silk’s office at 713.529.5771, ext. 212, or email her at […]
Our chapel service is an informal participatory service where all are invited to share reading, singing and being part of a warm and welcoming community. At the same time, the worship service in the Barish Sanctuary is led by young adults who are becoming bar or bat mitzvah To help guide you in our worship, […]
