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ETH YESHURUN today is, indeed, the largest Conservative Synagogue in the Southwest; not
only in terms of members, but because its vast staff serves more students in more classrooms
manned by more competent teachers and administrators. Moreover, an exciting and challeng-
ing array of on-going programs and activities for members at all age levels, adds zest to its
inspirational services.
HANKSGIVING EVE, over 500 of our neighbors — of all faiths — worshipped here together
in a stirring demonstration of brotherhood in action.
ANUKAH is an especially joyous time for Jewish families. The Festival of Lights, being cele-
brated now, inspired the Menorah, proud symbol of Jewish dauntlessness and courage so val-
iantly demonstrated again and again — even now in our time. Ours is the largest and the bright-
est — and the highest!
LEGENT MUSICAL EXPRESSION to the vast lexicon of Hebrew liturgy is voiced by Cantor
George Wagner with a quality of warmth and a depth of feeling rarely equalled in the syna-
gogues of America today. The Cantor and his Choirs will soon be accompanied by our great new
organ, bestowed by grateful members, in tribute to his 20 years of faithful service to the Syna-
gogue.
BE PROUD YOU BELONG
Some 2000 years ago Rabbis and Chazzans, oftentimes in highly meditative and creative
moods, interpolated their feeling of humility and humbleness and their pleas to God by adapt-
ing the style of acrostics for special emphasis and effect.
This week as Beth Yeshurun’s Membership Committee disengaged from its annual marathon
with the harsh realities of 20th century economics and the frailties of 20th century man, — its
weary members again turned to acrostics to spell out their feelings of exultation and pride in
their Synagogue.
IDDISH ANYONE? “Efsher Shpeter” (perhaps later), but already there is conversational He-
brew, Torah and a wide range of other engrossing subjects to choose from on the curriculum of
Beth Yeshurun’s popular Akiba Institute, now in its third year — and advancing.
VENTS of magnitude and pomp like the showing of historic Masada artifacts, now on exhibit
here at our Museum Of Fine Arts are sought by every major Jewish community in America.
Literally, “to move a mountain-top to Houston”, was a painstakingly huge and expensive enter-
prise ; a challenge on the grandest scale. With infinite finesse and good taste, principals of Beth
Yeshurun, and other prominent Houstonions. along with the Jewish Community Council, made
all the right and timely moves; thereby affording 1,000,000 Houstonians the privileged oppor-
tunity to see it free. YOU will be a prouder Jew when you do.
ERVICES in our Great Sanctuary, accommodating up to 3000 persons, are pervaded by an at-
mosphere of awesome dignity and serenity. Whether the occasion is a wedding, a Bar Mitzvah,
or a religious holiday, the proper solemnity is imparted, making every ceremony and ritual a mem-
orably inspiring event.
OUSTON, destined to be among the great cities of the world, will also emerge as a great seat
of Jewish culture and learning. Beth Yeshurun’s role and its contributions toward the better-
ment of society will expand immensely in our generation and succeeding ones.
J. A. annually has more and more hundreds of thousands of dollars bestowed by the generosity
and munificence of our members who care more and do more for the beleagured State of Israel.
ABBIS Malev and Segal, with all their civic, cultural, and religious activities daily — add fresh
dignity and dimension to Beth Yeshurun’s stature in the community. “Living Creatively”, by
Rabbi Wm. S. Malev is a weekly feature in the Houston Post and is read by thousands of Hous-
tonians. Rabbi Jack Segal is a frequent guest of Rotary, Lions and Kiwanis, — in addition to
his countless panel and lecture appearances throughout the state.
S. Y. is Beth Yeshurun’s vaunted channel for communication, amity and harmony with its res-
tive, spirited teenagers. Its aim: to strengthen a youngster’s identification with Judaism and to
give him an awareness of the essential harmony between the ideals and traditions of Judaism
and American democracy.
OW is the hour, — ours is the opportunity to provide in full measure the spiritual fulfillment, the
values, and the graces that so enrich our families, our homes and our culture.
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