#GivingTuesday, the world's largest day of generosity, is here! Please consider making a gift to the transformational L'Dor VaDor: For Emanu El's Future campaign today! Your contribution will be matched dollar-for-dollar (up to $18,000). Help us reach our goal. Your donation will have double the impact, thanks to a gift matching challenge from Joy & […]
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 […]
Come and get caffeinated with Cantor Rollin Simmons! This is a time for you to get to know your clergy. Be it entertainment, food, hobbies, or travel – the sky is the limit! Join Cantor Rollin Simmons at 9:00 a.m. in the library. No registration required!
What is the role of gratitude in our lives? Is forgiveness important? How do we present ourselves to the world? Who am I responsible for? What is my relationship with God, and who is the God I may or may not believe in? In this class we will explore the big questions of life as […]
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 […]
Join Rabbi Fixler for a discussion over dessert of the hit Netflix show Nobody Wants This. Though the show is a light romantic comedy about a rabbi who finds love in an unexpected place, we’ll take some of the questions it raises seriously, like: What are the experiences of interfaith/Jewish+ couples in our community? Are […]
Join us for the final Tot Shabbat Dinner of 2024! 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 […]
Congregation Emanu El looks forward to welcoming Rabbi Nancy Wiener during the weekend of December 6 - 8, for the Rabbi Robert I. Kahn Scholar in Residence. Rabbi Nancy Weiner is the Founding Director of the Jacob and Hilda Blaustein Center for Pastoral Counseling at HUC-JIR. Throughout the weekend, congregants are encouraged to join Rabbi […]
Join us for the final Tot Shabbat Dinner of 2024! 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 […]
Congregation Emanu El looks forward to welcoming Rabbi Nancy Wiener during the weekend of December 6 - 8, for the Rabbi Robert I. Kahn Scholar in Residence. Rabbi Nancy Weiner is the Founding Director of the Jacob and Hilda Blaustein Center for Pastoral Counseling at HUC-JIR. Throughout the weekend, congregants are encouraged to join Rabbi […]
Congregation Emanu El looks forward to welcoming Rabbi Nancy Wiener during the weekend of December 6 - 8, for the Rabbi Robert I. Kahn Scholar in Residence. Rabbi Nancy Weiner is the Founding Director of the Jacob and Hilda Blaustein Center for Pastoral Counseling at HUC-JIR. Throughout the weekend, congregants are encouraged to join Rabbi […]
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 […]
Congregation Emanu El looks forward to welcoming Rabbi Nancy Wiener during the weekend of December 6 - 8, for the Rabbi Robert I. Kahn Scholar in Residence. Rabbi Nancy Weiner is the Founding Director of the Jacob and Hilda Blaustein Center for Pastoral Counseling at HUC-JIR. Throughout the weekend, congregants are encouraged to join Rabbi […]
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! 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 for a […]
Congregation Emanu El looks forward to welcoming Rabbi Nancy Wiener during the weekend of December 6 - 8, for the Rabbi Robert I. Kahn Scholar in Residence. Rabbi Nancy Weiner is the Founding Director of the Jacob and Hilda Blaustein Center for Pastoral Counseling at HUC-JIR. Throughout the weekend, congregants are encouraged to join Rabbi […]
Our beginning adult Hebrew class focuses on learning the Hebrew aleph bet and acquiring the skills to decode simple words and phrases. The course cost is $180. Try the first couple of sessions at no cost to decide if it is a good fit for you. Learn more and register for these classes by contacting […]
Join us on Sunday, December 8 at 2:00 p.m. and see all the special things that Becker -- Becker!
Congregation Emanu El welcomes author, speechwriter, and speaker Sarah Hurwitz on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Sarah’s latest book, Here All Along: Finding Meaning, Spirituality, and a Deeper Connection to Life -in Judaism shares profound insights Sarah discovered on everything from Jewish holidays, ethics, and prayer to Jewish conceptions of God, death, and social justice. Sarah Hurwitz […]
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 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 […]
Join Emanu El's newest lunch club designed to build on comradery and community. Whether you're retired, a stay-at-home dad, or in need of a change of scenery at lunch time, Food for Thought has space for you. Bring your lunch and we will provide desserts and drinks. Register online and join us!
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 contact Shira Moses in Rabbi Silk's 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, […]
Our beginning adult Hebrew class focuses on learning the Hebrew aleph bet and acquiring the skills to decode simple words and phrases. The course cost is $180. Try the first couple of sessions at no cost to decide if it is a good fit for you. Learn more and register for these classes by contacting […]
A MAGICAL JOURNEY OF IMAGINATION Join us on a journey through imagination celebrating magical places and times past and present including music from Pippin, Anastasia, Camelot and The Beatles. Fun for all ages! Register to join us for dinner. Adults $15 | Children $8
Life should be a safe refuge for family members, but it can also be a stressful environment. Family members may have to experience separation or divorce, step parenting, drug/alcohol abuse or domestic violence. Join Emanu El Sisterhood on Monday, December 16, at 9:30 a.m. for this program, Families in Crisis, which will explore these issues. […]
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 […]
The Women of Gen-X invite you to join an exciting, one-of-a-kind workshop for women with Beth Darling, an internationally recognized author, radio host, speaker, and coach. At the workshop, Beth will explore love and relationships with her forthright insights and compassionate approach. Guests will be provided with a safe space for sharing and asking questions […]
Join Sisterhood for an evening of tiles and smiles! We’ll enjoy a light dinner for $7, then play mah jongg. Registration is a must. Please register online or by contacting the Sisterhood office at 713.529.5771, ext. 233 or sishood@emanuelhouston.org.
JED Talks return! Join us to learn from Emanu El member and poet, Joanna Hoffman. Joanna will tell us about her journey to become a published poet, discuss how Judaism impacts her work, and will lead us in a poetry workshop! Drinks and light bites will be served. Register online today | $10/person
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 […]
Struggling with grief as the holidays approach? You're not alone—bring your feelings of sadness and loss to a place of support and understanding. Join our bereavement group to find comfort, connection, and ways to navigate this challenging season. This session will be led by experienced grief support group facilitators from Alexander JFS, Judy Young and […]
Join Cantors Kenneth Feibush (Congregation Beth Israel), Rachel Goldman (Congregation Beth Yeshurun) and Rollin Simmons (Congregation Emanu El) as they share selections celebrating Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Light, as well as music to bring light. This is part of an ongoing series to celebrate the exhibition Living with the Gods: Art, Beliefs, and Peoples. […]
While pre-registration has closed, walk-ins are welcome at $20 per adult and $15 per child. Service 6:00 p.m. | Dinner immediately following Experience the joy of the season at Emanu El with our Chanukah Shabbat service, which is filled with light and love. Following the all-ages-friendly service, come together with us to share a festive […]
Join us for Gems of Torah, an in-depth exploration of the weekly Torah portion. For more information, please contact Shira Moses in Rabbi Silk's 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, […]
Roberts Elementary 6000 Greenbriar Dr. Families with young children are invited to come and connect with other Young Families for a winter play date at the Roberts Elementary School Spark Park! Feel free to come for the whole time, or just drop by. Snacks and drinks will be provided! Register online and join the fun!
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 […]
Please note that Emanu El will be close at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 24, and remain closed through Wednesday, December 25. The building will reopen on Thursday, December 26.
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 […]
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 contact Shira Moses in Rabbi Silk's 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 for our warm, participatory 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 for a […]
