Together, we can be a 100% voting congregation! Election Day is November 5. To find polling locations and see your sample ballot, click here. Emanu El is a polling location on Election Day. Send in Vote by Mail Ballots Now! Don’t take the chance of your ballot not getting counted. The last day for a […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
On Sunday, November 10, we will be joined by leadership of Houston Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County and Combined Arms to learn a little bit about the unhoused population, including veterans, in our community. We will be sorting and packing first-aid kits, snack kits, and cold weather items. To help us achieve our […]
The Stylish Closet: Edit Your Closet and Update Your Style Have you ever wondered what's in our closets? Let's spill the tea on our favorite go-to pieces and why we just can't get enough of them. Are they flattering on us or just super comfy? Do we always opt for comfort over fit? And let's […]
One bam, two crak! Enjoy a light dinner and wine for $7, then play mahj! What could be more fun than dots, dragons and dinner? Please register online or by contacting the Sisterhood office at 713.529.5771, ext. 233 or sishood@emanuelhouston.org.
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 […]
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. These sessions will be led by experienced grief support group facilitators from Alexander JFS, Judy Young and […]
Chava Mirel, celebrated for her rich vocals, lush harmonies, and rhythmic phrasing, will bring her loving and compassionate presence to lead us in prayer, teaching and song. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15 6:00 p.m. Shabbat Evening Service 8:00 p.m. Warehouse Shabbat (doors open 7:30 p.m.) - CLICK HERE to register SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning […]
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! During this special edition of Warehouse Shabbat, […]
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 in Rabbi Silk's 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, […]
Chava Mirel, celebrated for her rich vocals, lush harmonies, and rhythmic phrasing, will bring her loving and compassionate presence to lead us in prayer, teaching and song. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17 10:30 a.m. Adult Education: Peace and Mindfulness in our Ancient Tradition - CLICK HERE to register
Chava Mirel, celebrated for her rich vocals, lush harmonies, and rhythmic phrasing, will bring her loving and compassionate presence to lead us in prayer, teaching and song. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17 10:30 a.m. Adult Education: Peace and Mindfulness in our Ancient Tradition - CLICK HERE to register
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 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 […]
***Registration for this event has closed - stay tuned for more upcoming Book Reviews presented by Sisterhood*** With this story, McBride brilliantly captures a rapidly changing country, as seen through the eyes of the recently arrived and the formerly enslaved. Through this evocation, McBride offers us a thorough reminder: As these characters’ stories overlap and […]
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 […]
4:00 p.m. Discussion Presented by Rabbi Seth Stander 5:00 p.m. Dinner & Conversation Widow to Widow is an outreach program led by a dedicated group of volunteers who have been widowed. This initiative was created to assist fellow members of Congregation Emanu El in the weeks and months following the loss of their husband. Approximately […]
Houston faith leaders from different spiritual traditions come together for an engaging conversation on The Word in the Abrahamic Faiths: Recited, Sung, and Preached. Discover how their beliefs connect with the objects and themes in the exhibition Living with the Gods: Art, Beliefs, and Peoples. The program features panelists Imam Basem Hamid, Wasat Institute; Pastor […]
Join us for Heritage Shabbat featuring Cantor Simmons, Emanu El’s professional octet and our organist, Ann Frohbieter. We will share the treasured music of our heritage with classical settings that convey the majestic tranquility and joy of Shabbat. Continue celebrating Shabbat with us following Heritage Shabbat for a special oneg to honor over 65 members […]
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, […]
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 […]
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, […]
