Beth Israel reaches out to welcome all those who want to learn more about Judaism. Whether you were born Jewish, are considering or choosing to convert to Judaism, you’re in an interfaith relationship or raising Jewish children, you’re unaffiliated, or just want to learn more, we want to get to know you. Please join us for any of our many interfaith programs and let us help you explore the many paths and rewards of Jewish life. Inquiries about Interfaith weddings are also welcome. You are invited to discuss these and any other issues you may have with our Senior Rabbi David Lyon. Please contact him at (713) 771-6221 ext.640 or by email dlyon@beth-israel.org.

We look forward to welcoming you to any of our Outreach Interfaith programs:

Interfaith Couples Support Group – Join other interfaith couples for fellowship and mutual support at our monthly Sunday morning meetings. Please click on this link for more information.

Interfaith Families- For those in interfaith families, or parents of intermarried children or grandchildren, join our Interfaith couples support group or any of our special programs or workshops to help you navigate the many challenges and rewards of an interfaith family.

Holiday Workshops – Holiday time, don’t worry! These workshops help you understand and prepare for both the High Holidays and Passover.

Chanukah Party - Join us for this annual celebration of the Festival of Lights. Light the candles, share some latkes and apple sauce, and join in song to celebrate with present and past participants of the Basic Judaism classes and members of the Interfaith Couples Support Group.

Shabbat Dinners - Come celebrate Shabbat at our annual spring and fall Shabbat dinners for our Basic Judaism class members. Every table is hosted by a Beth Israel member who will help introduce students to the joys of Shabbat with good food, good friendships, Shabbat prayers and blessings, and songs.

Interfaith Resources
Today nearly one out of every two Jewish families in the United States has an interfaith relationship or marriage. Our clergy and Outreach/Interfaith Committee have prepared a list of resources to assist you in navigating the many challenges and rewards of interfaith relationships. The list is updated periodically so check back often. Please click on Resources now.