Please note the administrative offices will be closed during normal business hours on Monday, April 29, in observance of Passover. The building will be open for Yizkor services at 10:30 a.m.
As the festival of Passover draws to a close, we invite you to join Cantor Simmons and Rabbi Hayon as they lead us in beautiful reflective prayer so that we, as a community, can share in remembering our loved ones. This service will be streamed on our website, Facebook, YouTube, and Roku.
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, […]
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 […]
Our lifespans are longer than ever, and yet so many older adults are merely existing instead of truly living. Meanwhile, we’ve come to treat natural stages of decline and death as medical dilemmas, to be dreaded and avoided. How shall we transform the above? How shall we consider changes of status and identity, reframing our […]
Motherhood Together is a program designed to support families who have welcomed new babies through birth and adoption, whether this is their first baby or the newest sibling. This group will meet weekly on Thursdays and include lunch, with the goal of providing a supportive community for moms and babies during the first 12 weeks […]
Please make plans to join us for our next Israel speaker, Haviv Rettig Gur, who will discuss Palestinians and Israelis - a more sympathetic view of how they got here and how they might get out of the tailspin. About Haviv Rettig Gur Haviv Rettig Gur is a veteran Israeli journalist who serves as senior analyst […]
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 with an optional dinner provided by Houston Catering Concepts, and vegetarian and gluten-free options will be […]
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 with an optional dinner provided by Houston Catering Concepts, and vegetarian and gluten-free options will be […]
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 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, […]
Please join us in observance of Yom HaShoah, a day of remembrance for the 6,000,000 Jewish people who lost their lives during the Holocaust. During this annual commemoration, we will mourn the loss of all who perished, honor those who survived and come together as a community to remember and reflect. Coordinated by the Yom […]
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 […]
King David plays a prominent role in the history of ancient Israel, and his legacy continues to influence Judaism to this day. Jewish literature is filled with dramatic and fantastical … Continue reading Adult Ed Mini-Series: A Fighter & a Poet: King David’s Spiritual Biography
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 […]
Motherhood Together is a program designed to support families who have welcomed new babies through birth and adoption, whether this is their first baby or the newest sibling. This group will meet weekly on Thursdays and include lunch, with the goal of providing a supportive community for moms and babies during the first 12 weeks […]
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 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, which is co-sponsored by the Jewish Federation […]
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, […]
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 […]
Please plan to join Sisterhood as we celebrate the past year and the beginning of a new one with the installation of new officers and board members for 2024-2025 ! The installation service will be led by our clergy in the chapel. Afterward, join us for a delicious spring luncheon catered by Houston Catering Concepts. […]
King David plays a prominent role in the history of ancient Israel, and his legacy continues to influence Judaism to this day. Jewish literature is filled with dramatic and fantastical stories about David’s role as a military hero, the author of the Psalms, and forerunner of the Messiah. Together, we will study the history of […]
Motherhood Together is a program designed to support families who have welcomed new babies through birth and adoption, whether this is their first baby or the newest sibling. This group will meet weekly on Thursdays and include lunch, with the goal of providing a supportive community for moms and babies during the first 12 weeks […]
Ayuni, by Sarah Ansbacher, is a powerful story about forbidden love, loss and the complexities of Chasidism and the Middle Eastern Jewish community of Aden. This is a heartwarming story that bridges the divide between an insular community and its neighbors. This book will be reviewed by Linda Kates and will be held in the […]
Calling all men of Emanu El! You are invited to the next men’s social, All In: Casino Royale. This program is designed for Emanu El members who are 21+ and looking to build comradery and community with other members in the congregation. At the event, guests can enjoy a variety of Vegas style offerings including […]
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 […]
Congregation Emanu El welcomes our newest members to join us for a delicious dinner following Shabbat services. If you’ve joined Emanu El since October 2023, be on the lookout for your personal invitation. During this time of togetherness, those who are new to the congregation will be joined by members of the clergy, committees, and […]
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 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 […]
Treat yourself to a fun evening of mahj with Sisterhood! You are welcome to play whether you are a seasoned player or a beginner. 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.
King David plays a prominent role in the history of ancient Israel, and his legacy continues to influence Judaism to this day. Jewish literature is filled with dramatic and fantastical stories about David’s role as a military hero, the author of the Psalms, and forerunner of the Messiah. Together, we will study the history of […]
Motherhood Together is a program designed to support families who have welcomed new babies through birth and adoption, whether this is their first baby or the newest sibling. This group will meet weekly on Thursdays and include lunch, with the goal of providing a supportive community for moms and babies during the first 12 weeks […]
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, […]
Swing for the Stars and Celebrate Tradition! Join the Sugar Land Space Cowboys for Jewish Heritage Night on May 26 – A Home Run of Fun and Baseball! Tickets are $30 each and include $15 loaded value that can be used for concessions or merchandise on the day of the game. For those who have […]
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 […]
Motherhood Together is a program designed to support families who have welcomed new babies through birth and adoption, whether this is their first baby or the newest sibling. This group will meet weekly on Thursdays and include lunch, with the goal of providing a supportive community for moms and babies during the first 12 weeks […]
This is a special opportunity for people who grew up at Emanu El and graduated high school in the last four years to come back and reconnect with friends. Rabbi Silk, Rabbi Fixler, Cantor Simmons, and Becca Schwartzberg will be there to hear the stories of your year. We want to know what has been […]
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 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, […]
