Congregation Beth Israel

Samara Schwartz' final Talmud Study
2020-06-07 14:30 - 15:30 UTC

Check-in with Rabbi Lyon
2020-06-10 17:00 - 18:00 UTC

2020 Annual Meeting
2020-06-23 19:00 - 20:30 UTC
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A virtual lecture and conversation: How do humans make sense of the world?
2020-07-08 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
A virtual lecture and conversation with our congregational member Lois Stark, author of The Telling Image: Shapes of Changing Times.
How do humans make sense of the world?
In answer to this timeless question, Emmy award-winning documentary filmmaker, Lois Farfel Stark, will take us on a remarkable journey from tribal ceremonies in Liberia and the ancient pyramids of Egypt, to the gravity-defying architecture of modern China, and finally to our present moment, unveiling a crucial, hidden key to understanding the universe: Shape itself.
Click here to Register

Within the Eye of the Storm: A Film Discussion
2020-07-13 12:00 - 15:00 UTC
Presented by the American Friends of the Parents Circle – Families Forum
The film tells the remarkable personal story of Bassam and Rami, once dedicated fighters on either side of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, both coming face to face with the heaviest price of war. When their daughters were killed in the conflict, they chose to do the unexpected. They set out on a joint journey to humanize the very enemy, which took the dearest thing from them and prevent the vicious cycle of retaliation in themselves and their societies. Along the way they reveal the friendship and humor that keeps them alive.
You are invited to watch the film on your own for free, and then participate in the film discussion on Monday, July 13th at 12 PM with Rami, Bassam, and Shelley.
Register for the film discussion by clicking here.

Beth Israel Readers Group
2020-07-15 13:00 - 15:00 UTC
Confessions of an Innocent Man is a thrilling suspenseful debut novel by David R. Dow, Cullen Professor of Law at University of Houston. He has dedicated his life to righting the injustices of the death penalty regime in Texas, and his novel explores the subject. Dr. Dow will be meeting with Beth Israel Readers Group via Zoom
Please RSVP to Liza Hirsch at lhirsch@beth-israel.org

Beth Israel's Wacky Wednesdays! Summer Fun Online Begins!
2020-07-15 16:30 - 17:30 UTC
All incoming Third through Seventh Graders join us on Zoom for games, crafts for a cause, cooking, music, magic, and more!
To register and access the schedule, please email Kerri Zerlin, Youth Coordinator, at kzerlin@beth-israel.org

Beth Israel Brotherhood Game Night: HOUSTON TRIVIA JEOPARDY
2020-07-30 19:00 - 21:00 UTC
We’re changing things up in the Game Night Department! The categories and questions will be all about Houston! Join us on Zoom to test your knowledge of everything Houston – landmarks, history, key figures and more!
To sign up as a contestant, please contact Marcus

Meet our New Rabbi, Aaron Sataloff
2020-08-11 19:30 - 20:30 UTC | Zoom
The Family Engagement Committee
and
Zach Silverman, Chair
Freddy Feldman, Board Liason
invite all families with young children
to join an Online Meet and Greet with
Rabbi Sataloff
and moderator
David M. Scott, RJE
Please send questions and RSVP to
Kerri Zerlin, Youth Coordinator
KZERLIN@BETH-ISRAEL.ORG

Live Stream Family Shabbat with Rabbi Aaron Sataloff
2020-08-14 18:00 - 19:00 UTC
Celebrate a family-friendly Shabbat service with Rabbi Sataloff and Trivia (for kids!) with Kerri Zerlin. Regular Live Stream Friday Night Services will begin at 6:30pm
Please RSVP to: Kerri Zerlin
KZerlin@beth-israel.org

Teen Trivia Night
2020-08-15 18:30 - 20:30 UTC
Open to all 8th-12th graders
Zoom link provided with RSVP
RSVP to Jennifer Quick at JQuick@beth-israel.org

Adult Hebrew Classes
2020-08-18 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago)
Ever wanted to follow along in the Hebrew during services, but can’t make out the words? Join veteran Hebrew teacher, Debbie Uzick on Tuesday nights for our Basic Adult Hebrew class. Sessions are held online on Tuesday nights at 6:30 p.m. For registration fee and details, contact Stephanie Robertson at SRobertson@beth-israel.org or 713-771-6221 ext. 313.

We Stand Divided, Beth Israel Readers Group
2020-08-19 13:30 - 15:00 UTC | Zoom
The Congregation Beth Israel Readers Group
with the
Israel Advocacy Committee
invite you to join them online
August 19, 1:30 p.m.
(zoom link will be sent after RSVP)
For a discussion on this Israel-US Relations book with
David M. Scott, RJE
Please RSVP to Stephanie Robertson at
SRobertson@beth-israel.org
Library copies available; reserve one from Judy Weidman JWeidman@beth-israel.org

Monthly Midrash: Current Trends with COVID-19 – A Discussion with Dr. Ed Septimus
2020-08-20 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
On August 20th from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m, infectious disease and local expert, Dr. Ed Septimus, will offer his thoughts and opinions on where our community stands with respect to the coronavirus. When might a vaccine be ready? How would it be distributed? When can we safely return to a more normal way of life? We will also explore how Judaism has helped people throughout history cope with disasters, pandemics, and difficult times. Discussion moderated by David Scott, RJE.
To register or submit questions in advance, please contact Stephanie Robertson at SRobertson@beth-israel.org or
713-771-6221 ext. 313

Shabbat Playdate
2020-08-22 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
We invite families with children under age 6 to join
RABBI AARON SATALOFF
for a morning of songs and playtime.
We will end with a fun story to start your day.
To celebrate Rabbi Sataloff joining us,
we invite you to have your dog or stuffed animal join!
Please RSVP to
Youth Coordinator Kerri Zerlin
KZerlin@beth-israel.org
713-771-6221 ext. 312
Zoom link provided with RSVP

MBJLC Chanukah Program
2020-08-28 09:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
To Register please contact SRobertson@beth-israel.org

MBJLC Parking Lot Parade!
2020-08-30 09:30 - 23:30 (America/Chicago) | Congregation Beth Israel, 5600 North Braeswood, Houston, TX, 77096, United States
THIS SUNDAY MORNING STARTING AT 9:30 A.M.
WE ARE SO EXCITED to launch our new religious school program for 2020-2021: MBJLC Mishpacha!
To RSVP please email SRobertson@beth-israel.org

Exploring Jewish Love Before the High Holy Days with Rabbi David Lyon
2020-09-01 19:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago)
Meet with Rabbi Lyon online for study of meaningful texts from our tradition, including hidden mysteries, on the theme of love between us and God.
To register and submit questions, please email SRobertson@beth-israel.org

Talmud Study
2020-09-02 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)

Mid-Week MBJLC Hebrew
2020-09-02 16:30 - 18:00 (America/Chicago)

A Special Selichot Teen Program
2020-09-03 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
All teens are invited to meet together and learn how to make round challah for Rosh Hashanah. All students who submit a photo of their round challah will then have it judged by Duff Goldman, creator of Food Network’s “Ace of Cakes” online on Saturday, September 12th during the Special Selichot Service Program.
For questions, details and to submit your round challah, please contact Jennifer Quick at Jquick@beth-israel.org

Brotherhood Jeopardy
2020-09-03 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
RSVP! Space is limited
RSVP to Marcus Litofsky at Mlitofsky@gmail.com to receive zoom information.
All are welcome! Open to all and all ages!

Basic Judaism class
2020-09-08 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)

Livestream Family Shabbat
2020-09-11 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
Celebrate a family friendly Shabbat service with Rabbi Sataloff and trivia (for the kids!) with our Youth Coordinator, Kerri Zerlin.
To RSVP and get the Zoom link, please email Kerri at KZerlin@beth-israel.org

"Coming Full Circle" with Duff Goldman
2020-09-12 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago)
Please RSVP to SRobertson@beth-israel.org
Link provided with RSVP
7pm to 8pm: Discussion with Duff Goldman moderated by David M. Scott, RJE
8pm: Round Challah Demonstration with Beth Israel’s own Marsha Gilbert
8:30pm: Selichot service led by our Rabbis via livestream from the Gordon Chapel
How do we come “full circle” and renew ourselves in the middle of a pandemic? What can our High Holy Days teach us as we return again to a new beginning? The secret may lie in the round challah we eat during this special time! Come explore special insights with Celebrity Baker Duff Goldman about Jewish Identity, how food influences our Jewish culture, and meaningful ways to engage our families and our community in this upcoming year.

MBJLC Session
2020-09-13 09:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)

Let Sisterhood Take You To Israel!
2020-09-13 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
We’re going to Israel for the cost of your 2020-2021 membership!
We’re kicking off our 2020 membership drive with this virtual trip, led by Patrick Amar, live in Israel! Settle in with your bagel and coffee for a brunch time tour of Jaffa/TLV, TSFAT, and The Dead Sea. Let’s bring in the New Year with a little virtual travel! It’s free with your 2020-2021 Membership Dues. All non-members $10/person. Spread the word and see below for details to RSVP.
Dues must be paid by September 10th to participate.
Call 713-777-4315 to pay over the phone. Questions, email us at Sisterhood@beth-israel.org

High Holy Days Session
2020-09-15 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago)
Learn more about our High Holy Days!
To RSVP please email SRobertson@beth-israel.org

Monthly Midrash
2020-09-17 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Monthly Midrash: Preparing for the New Year inspired by David Brooks
On September 17th from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m, we will follow bestselling author, New York Times columnist, and founder of Weave: The Social Fabric Project (at the Aspen Institute) David Brooks’s recent 92nd Street Y program in New York City. This video will guide us through a discussion moderated by David Scott, R.J.E. to help us prepare for the New Year based on where we are, where we’re heading, and what can be done to bridge the growing gaps. We will look at ways David Brooks and our High Holy Day liturgy speak to how we can become better versions of ourselves in the New Year.
To register or submit questions in advance, please contact Stephanie Robertson at SRobertson@beth-israel.org or
713-771-6221 ext. 313

READERS GROUP ONLINE GATHERING
2020-09-17 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Chicago)
READERS GROUP ONLINE GATHERING
SEPTEMBER 16
On Division by Goldie Goldbloom.
Join us for a discussion facilitated by our own Marilyn Sonnenberg
To RSVP Please Email Judy Weidman at jweidman@beth-israel.org
