Join Sisterhood for a celebration of being together! You won't want to miss this wonderful evening of good friends, delicious food and delightful music. Reconnect with old friends and make new ones. Learn about all the exciting Sisterhood programs planned for the coming year. The couvert for Sisterhood members is $20 and $25 for non-members. […]
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. Our Tot Shabbat will begin with dinner in Feld Hall at 5:45 p.m. This optional dinner will be provided by Houston Catering […]
We are excited for a new year of learning and community building at Helfman Religious School! Join us on Friday, September 2 for Kabbalat Shabbat services at 6:00 p.m., followed by an evening of dinner and schmoozing. Reconnect with your Helfman friends — and make some new ones — at this all-school event. The optional dinner will be […]
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. Our Tot Shabbat will begin with dinner in Feld Hall at 5:45 p.m. This optional dinner will be provided by Houston Catering […]
In this rich and compassionate novel, An Observant Wife, Naomi Ragan continues the love story between newly observant California-girl Leah and ultra-Orthodox Yaakov from An Unorthodox Match. From the joy of their wedding day, surrounded by supportive friends and family, Yaacov and Leah are soon plunged into their new lives together as Yaacov leaves his […]
"Better Together" - a social group for Jewish singles over 50 to meet, socialize and network in the Houston community - will hold their kick-off event at Kenny & Ziggy's on Post Oak on Thursday, September 15, from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Better together is a city-wide program made possible by the collaborative efforts […]
The Internet can’t stop talking about Nathan Fielder’s new HBO show, The Rehearsal. Is it brilliant? Is it cringe? And, Rabbi Fixler can’t stop thinking about how much it has to say about t’shuvah (repentance) and the themes of the Days of Awe. Join him for an evening where we’ll dive into some of the […]
We set aside some time as Rosh HaShanah concludes to gather at Bill Coats Bridge and symbolically cast our sins into the water while singing and reflecting together. PARKING Bayou Parkland 6532 Almeda Road Click here to view a map.
Join us for an engaging evening featuring short films and meaningful discussion about themes to help us prepare for the High Holy Day season. Delicious movie-theater-style snacks will be served. Everyone is welcome, free of charge.
S’lichot begins the journey toward the unique beauty of High Holy Days, to focus our minds on penitence and preparation. Our beautiful S’lichot service will begin at 9:00 p.m. in the Barish Sanctuary.
Brush up on your skills with the shofar by joining Rabbi Fixler and Jeff Silk for a fun class that will blow you away! This program is open to people of all ages, children must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring your shofar with you, a limited number of shofars will be available to […]
Celebrate Sisterhood’s 80th anniversary by taking a walk down memory lane and learning about the history of Congregation Emanu El. Leading us on this fascinating journey will be Dr. Josh Furman, Associate Director of the Jewish Studies Program and Curator of the Houston Jewish History Archive at Rice University. This event will take place in […]
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 choir and organ. 3rd through 5th grade students are invited to pray with their parents for the first half of the service; afterward, they will […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
