Upcoming Events

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A Night to Celebrate

Friday, May 9
11 Iyar 5785

Scholarship Opportunity

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2025 Lyon Cohen Merit Scholarship

Applications due Wednesday, April 30

Rabbi Lyon’s Blog

Hebrew Words for Humanity

The words, diversity, equity, and inclusion, better known as DEI, have become a proverbial four-letter word. I know that it doesn’t have...

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Remembering Pope Francis

In August 2024, I visited with Pope Francis in Rome in his residence at Santa Marta, joined by 17 Christian clergy and lay people whose...

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Faith is the Future

Passover is coming. More than 550 days since October 7, 2023, and loved ones we expected to be at the table with us will not be there,...

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Worship Schedule

Evening Shabbat Services

Fridays @ 6:30 pm

Beth Israel

Shabbat Morning Minyan

Saturdays @ 8:30 am

Beth Israel

Torah Study

Saturdays @ 9:45 am

Beth Israel

Jewish life is relevant, modern, and joyful in Houston at Congregation Beth Israel

An active and vibrant Reform Jewish Congregation, Beth Israel is built on a rich legacy of more than 170 years in Houston and Texas. We welcome all, strive to be inclusive, and meet the needs of our diverse congregational family, Jewish and non-Jewish family members alike. At Beth Israel, you can feel at home and inspired to explore and find the joys of Jewish learning and living every day, wherever you are on your path. With over 1,500 member households, Congregation Beth Israel is large enough to provide extraordinary opportunities and small enough to care very deeply about each of our families.

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Connect with our Clergy

We welcome you to Congregation Beth Israel and invite you to join us at any of our many upcoming events to learn more about our congregational family. It is our hope that you’ll explore our community and feel comfortable to call us, ask us questions, and inquire about participation. We encourage you to come see for yourselves. Stop by for a visit, join us at one of our services, or try out any of our many diverse activities, no matter what your age or interests.

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Building a Community with Congregation Beth Israel

Congregation Beth Israel is fortunate enough to have members with many different strengths and experiences. Our well-established congregation is open to all who wish to join our Houston Reform Jewish synagogue, and we value building the spiritual growth of our community. We hope to help both members and non-members alike through ample means of support, fellowship, and volunteer opportunities.

Become a Member OR Have any Questions?

Are you interested in joining a Reform Jewish congregation? We welcome you to attend one of many events, religious services, and classes. We also provide programs, activities, and other opportunities for all ages and interests. Through Congregation Beth Israel, you can find your niche and build meaningful, lasting relationships. Contact one of our staff members today.