Adult Learning Session with artist in residence Elana Arian. Layers of Meaning: Interpreting and Re-Interpreting Our Sacred Texts Through Song Elana Arian, one of the leading voices in contemporary Jewish music, will join us for a weekend as Emanu El's artist-in-residence. Register for her adult learning session on Sunday at 9:45 a.m.
Two terrific yearlong adult Hebrew classes are about to begin, and you are invited to participate. The beginning adult Hebrew class focuses on learning the Hebrew aleph bet and helping students acquire the skills to decode simple words and phrases. The intermediate adult Hebrew level class is for students who are familiar with the Hebrew […]
Two terrific yearlong adult Hebrew classes are about to begin, and you are invited to participate. The beginning adult Hebrew class focuses on learning the Hebrew aleph bet and helping students acquire the skills to decode simple words and phrases. The intermediate adult Hebrew level class is for students who are familiar with the Hebrew […]
Kick off 2024 the right way with Sisterhood’s new member event – Israeli wine tasting by Hamsa Restaurant! Join us to mix and mingle with your “sisters” and learn more about Emanu El Sisterhood while tasting Israeli wines and enjoying light bites by Hamsa Restaurant. This event is open to women, ages 25-50, who have […]
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, geared toward families with little ones ages 0-6. Tot Shabbat will begin in Feld Hall with an optional dinner provided by Houston Catering Concepts, and vegetarian and gluten-free […]
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 […]
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, geared toward families with little ones ages 0-6. Tot Shabbat will begin in Feld Hall with an optional dinner provided by Houston Catering Concepts, and vegetarian and gluten-free […]
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 […]
Join us for Gems of Torah, an in-depth exploration of the weekly Torah portion. For more information, please contact Shira Moses office at 713.529.5771, ext. 212, or email her at shiram@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 us as we celebrate Yom Limmud, the official day of Jewish learning! The 30th celebration is not one you’re going to want to miss. It will go beyond the traditional track of classes with unexpected topics and insightful presenters, including some of Emanu El’s clergy and staff, including: Stefani Carlson & Rachel Kossar 9:00 a.m. […]
Bring your cards and friends and play mah jongg with Sisterhood! Refreshments will be provided. Please register online or by contacting the Sisterhood office at sishood@emanuelhouston.org or 713.529.5771 ext. 233.
Calling all caring volunteers looking for a monthly volunteer/mitzvah opportunity which will bring you immense personal satisfaction while 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 […]
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of a new monthly lunch-and-learn opportunity with Rabbi Silk. This eight-session class will meet on the first Wednesday of the month, beginning in November. Sexuality and intimacy are central to our identities and experiences as human beings, yet we have few opportunities to speak about them in a frank, […]
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 […]
Make this a year of Yes! Join us for celebratory drinks and light bites to hear about the expansion project that will transform Emanu El’s campus in the coming years. Do not miss the L’Dor VaDor Celebration on Thursday, February 8, at 6:00 p.m. See the plans, hear from fellow congregants, and learn how you […]
On Friday, February 9, our Shabbat sermon during the 6:00 p.m. service will feature remarks from Rabbi Fixler and our congregation's teens who recently attended the L'taken Social Justice Seminar in Washington, DC. We will hear selections from the lobbying speeches that our students read to their congresspeople and hear their reflections on their experience […]
Join us for Gems of Torah, an in-depth exploration of the weekly Torah portion. For more information, please contact Shira Moses office at 713.529.5771, ext. 212, or email her at shiram@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, […]
Come connect with other Young Families at Wier Park. We will be focusing on music and movement, so bring your favorite instrument from home! Additionally, there will be an opportunity to engage in the Jewish value of tikkun olam, repairing the world, in a creative way. Let’s decorate a box for recycling electronics! Feel free […]
Two terrific yearlong adult Hebrew classes are about to begin, and you are invited to participate. The beginning adult Hebrew class focuses on learning the Hebrew aleph bet and helping students acquire the skills to decode simple words and phrases. The intermediate adult Hebrew level class is for students who are familiar with the Hebrew […]
Two terrific yearlong adult Hebrew classes are about to begin, and you are invited to participate. The beginning adult Hebrew class focuses on learning the Hebrew aleph bet and helping students acquire the skills to decode simple words and phrases. The intermediate adult Hebrew level class is for students who are familiar with the Hebrew […]
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 […]
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 contact Shira Moses office at 713.529.5771, ext. 212, or email her at shiram@emanuelhouston.org.
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 fans from across the Houston Jewish community for a fun evening of music from the 60s! The group includes fans from Beth Yeshurun, Emanu El, Beth Israel, Brith Shalom, HCRJ, and the ERJCC Houston. Two ticket choices include dinner, schmooze, and the show! 1st 9 rows from the stage: $129 each | 1st 2 […]
Please note that the temple's administrative offices will be closed on Monday, February 19, in observance of President's Day. Offices will reopen during normal business hours on Tuesday, February 20.
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 […]
Enjoy a light dinner and wine for $7 and play mah jongg! Please register online or by contacting the Sisterhood office at sishood@emanuelhouston.org or 713.529.5771 ext. 233.
Join us in the conference room for coffee, casual conversation, and connection with other Emanu El congregants and Rabbi Hayon. We’ll provide the coffee and the nosh, you bring the conversation.
Join us for a fun night of billiards and brewskis at Emanu El! This event is geared toward the men of Congregation Emanu El who are 21 and up, looking to build comradery and community with other members in the congregation. At the event, guests can enjoy several activities including playing pool, air hockey, or […]
Join Rabbi Fixler, Cantor Simmons and their live band for Warehouse Shabbat! This rocking, adults-only worship event has been designed to be a dynamic, lively and musical prayer experience to rejuvenate your heart and uplift your spirit. Come enjoy local desserts and drinks during this exciting Shabbat program! All adults, young professionals and/or young at […]
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 […]
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 contact Shira Moses office at 713.529.5771, ext. 212, or email her at shiram@emanuelhouston.org.
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, […]
Sounds of the Sephardic Diaspora $18 GENERAL ADMISSION Enjoy an afternoon of music by composers who were influenced by their Jewish or Sephardic heritage, featuring Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco. We are honored to be joined by his granddaughter, Diana Castelnuovo-Tedesco, who will teach us about her grandfather’s life, music and legacy. This program is presented in partnership […]
Two terrific yearlong adult Hebrew classes are about to begin, and you are invited to participate. The beginning adult Hebrew class focuses on learning the Hebrew aleph bet and helping students acquire the skills to decode simple words and phrases. The intermediate adult Hebrew level class is for students who are familiar with the Hebrew […]
Two terrific yearlong adult Hebrew classes are about to begin, and you are invited to participate. The beginning adult Hebrew class focuses on learning the Hebrew aleph bet and helping students acquire the skills to decode simple words and phrases. The intermediate adult Hebrew level class is for students who are familiar with the Hebrew […]
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 […]
Registration for this event is now closed. Stay tuned for more upcoming Sisterhood events! Join the Sisterhood for Women’s Day 2024! Be “the hostess with the mostest” as Sisterhood presents three experts who delve into the latest entertaining trends. Panelists Rebekah Graves Cunningham of Dream Bouquet and Adrienne Wagenheim, owner and event designer of Ideal […]
Families with young children ages 0-6 are invited to join us for Rodeo Tot Shabbat and usher in one of the most joyous times in Houston - Rodeo Season! Our Rodeo Tot Shabbat will begin in Feld Hall with an optional barbecue dinner (vegetarian and gluten-free options also available). The cost of dinner is $5 […]
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 Rodeo Tot Shabbat and help us usher in one of the most joyous times in Houston - Rodeo Season! Families with young children will join Congregation Emanu El for this monthly event to share a special Shabbat led by a member of our clergy, geared toward families with little ones ages 0-6. […]
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 […]
Join us for Gems of Torah, an in-depth exploration of the weekly Torah portion. For more information, please contact Shira Moses office at 713.529.5771, ext. 212, or email her at shiram@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, […]
Helfman PreK-1st graders and their families are invited to join us for a Havdalah service with a member of our clergy followed by a family dinner. Dinner will begin at 5:15 p.m. with Havdalah to follow. Register online and join us!
