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“Judaism Loves Gray Areas”

“Judaism Loves Gray Areas”

by | Oct 22, 2020 | Uncategorized

In Genesis 11, just after the story of Noah and the ark, we read about the Tower of Babel. It’s a short story that tells about the people living in the land of Shinar. They spoke only one language, which enabled them to cooperate in a project to build a tower to the...

Adult Volunteer Choir Gathering on Zoom

by | Oct 16, 2020

On Tuesday, October 27th at 6:30pm, join Mark Vogel, for the first Adult Volunteer Choir gathering of the new year on Zoom.  Anyone who loves music, singing and community is encouraged to attend. Zoom Link https://zoom.us/j/94043705808
“Judaism Loves Gray Areas”

“Do you Swivel?”

by | Oct 15, 2020 | Uncategorized

Judaism and technology sound like contrary ideas. Judaism is four thousand years old and technology is modern and cutting-edge. But I would argue that they’re nearly one and the same. Granted, I open the Torah on Shabbat and read from a scroll inscribed by hand that...
“Judaism Loves Gray Areas”

“When the Gates Close”

by | Oct 8, 2020 | Uncategorized

Just a week after Yom Kippur, we’re still feeling the warmth and spirit of our season of repentance. Thank you for your emails, letters, and calls you shared about how much the worship services, sermons and music spoke to you this year. All the rabbis and cantor...

TMO Get Out The Vote Rally & Candidate Accountability Session

by | Oct 8, 2020

TMO Get Out The Vote Rally & Candidate Accountability Session Sunday, October 11, 5:00pm ZOOM TMO (The Metropolitan Organization: tmohouston.org) will be hosting a Get Out The Vote Rally and Candidates Accountability Session this upcoming Sunday.  Candidates...
“Judaism Loves Gray Areas”

“Our Fragile Home”

by | Oct 1, 2020 | Uncategorized

Just five days after Yom Kippur, the most solemn day of the year, we begin Sukkot, the beginning of “Z’man Simchateinu,” the season of our joy. Judaism is a celebration of goodness and blessing. Our celebration includes time in the Sukkah, the fragile booth that...

The Lyon Cohen Symposium: The Ethics of Citizenship

by | Sep 30, 2020

Zoom webinar Register at: https://tinyurl.com/LyonCohen2020 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. For more information, contact Stephanie Robertson at SRobertson@beth-israel.org or 713-771-6221 ext....

The Hyman Judah Schachtel Library Presents

by | Sep 30, 2020

Family History- What it Can Do For You Why family history is more important than direct-to-consumer genetic testing presented by  Dr. Jacqueline T. Hecht, acclaimed local Geneticist  RSVP to Judy Weidman jweidman@beth-israel.org or...

Wolff-Toomim Distinguished Lecture Series Presents:

by | Sep 30, 2020

A Conversation with Rice University Professor Emeritus, Stephen L. Klineberg, Ph.D. Congregation Beth Israel is pleased to welcome distinguished Rice University Professor Emeritus of Sociology Stephen Klineberg, the founding Director of Kinder Institute of Urban...

Sukkot Family Shabbat

by | Sep 30, 2020

Join Rabbi Aaron Sataloff and David M. Scott, R.J.E on Zoom or in person for a socially-distanced, safe Shabbat service followed by a family-friendly craft for your Sukkah. DOORS OPEN AT 5:30PM SERVICE BEGINS AT 6:15PM Masks required and limited spaces available....

Shabbat Playdate

by | Sep 30, 2020

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 celebrate Shabbat! Please email Kerri Zerlin, Youth Coordinator KZerlin@beth-israel.org for the zoom...

READERS GROUP ONLINE GATHERING

by | Sep 15, 2020

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

VIRTUAL NON-PARTISAN VOTING POSTCARD PARTY

by | Sep 9, 2020

The Social Justice Committee invites you to a VIRTUAL NON-PARTISAN VOTING POSTCARD PARTY We’ll meet on Zoom after each of us is given 30 postcards with clear directions! All materials, directions and snacks will be provided. Pick-up/delivery information provided...

Livestream Family Shabbat

by | Sep 9, 2020

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
“Judaism Loves Gray Areas”

“Get Out the Vote”

by | Sep 3, 2020 | Uncategorized

On November 3, 2020, we’ll all vote in our national election. Regardless of your voting preference, which is a private matter, the sharp focus put on this election makes it another critical time in 2020, to grasp what is at stake. Congregation Beth Israel’s Social...

Monthly Midrash

by | Aug 28, 2020

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...

Talmud Study

by | Aug 28, 2020

Please email David Scott, Director of Lifelong Learning and Engagement for Zoom Link at DScott@beth-israel.org

A Special Selichot Teen Program

by | Aug 28, 2020

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...

Let Sisterhood Take You To Israel!

by | Aug 28, 2020

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...

Brotherhood Jeopardy

by | Aug 28, 2020

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!

MBJLC Parking Lot Parade!

by | Aug 28, 2020

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

“Coming Full Circle” with Duff Goldman

by | Aug 17, 2020

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...

Shabbat Playdate

by | Aug 17, 2020

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...

Adult Hebrew Classes

by | Aug 17, 2020

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...
“Judaism Loves Gray Areas”

“From Hate to Love”

by | Aug 6, 2020 | Uncategorized

The daily news is filled with hate and indifference, polarized issues and partisan politics. It’s hostile, caustic and destructive. The antidote often begins with “Love your neighbor” (Leviticus 19). It’s an ideal, a Golden Rule, that originates in the Holiness Code...