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Welcome to B'nai Zion Congregation
B'nai Zion is a Reform Jewish Congregation
in Shreveport, Louisiana since 1861.
For more details about who we are CLICK HERE.
For more details about our history CLICK HERE.
NEW AT B'NAI ZION
PASSOVER SEDER
B'nai Zion Seder is 6pm Monday evening April 22, 2024
Use THIS FORM
to join us
Deadline is April 12.
Go to the
Passover page
for more details
PURIM SCHPIEL
Click the picture above to watch the Purim Schpiel for 2024 /5784:
"Chasing the Purim Ball: The Esther Story as Told by The Animals of Rabbi Jana's Hebrew Classes"
CLICK HERE to go to the Purim page and see pictures and videos from previous years.
ADULT EDUCATION
Rabbi Jana teaches "Understanding Judaism."
CLICK HERE for details and to register.
Classes are 7pm Wednesdays on Zoom.
The Understanding Judaism class includes lessons in reading Hebrew, learning Jewish words, and concepts.
Go to our HATIKVAH page to Listen, Read, Learn Israel's National Anthem
Support Israel / Fight Antisemitism
The North Louisiana Jewish Federation
has a special Israel Emergency Fund
that is helping a number of organizations in Israel
with immediate needs
CLICK HERE to donate.
The Israel Movement for Reform Judaism
has a specific fund that is offering immediate help
for humanitarian emergency needs in Israel
CLICK HERE to donate.
The Blue Square represents a commitment
to stand up against Antisemitism.
CLICK HERE for more details.
B'nai Zion has Blue Square pins.
The Blue Ribbon represents solidarity and support for the safe return of the hostages taken by the Hamas terrorists in Israel.
CLICK HERE for more details.
B'nai Zion has blue ribbons.
Upcoming Events
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Friday ,
MarMarch 29 , 2024
Friday, Mar 29th (All day)
The B'nai Zion Office is Closed all day. -
Friday ,
MarMarch 29 , 2024Hadassah Shabbat 6 PM at B'nai Zion
Friday, Mar 29th 6:00p to 7:00p
The women of the Shreveport Hadassah Chapter will lead Shabbat Evening service at B'nai Zion. -
Saturday ,
MarMarch 30 , 2024Zoom Text Study & Shabbat Morning Service
Shabbat, Mar 30th 9:45a to 12:00p
Text Study (9:45-11 AM) and Shabbat Morning Service (11AM-12 PM) Saturday. The Text Study discusses the portion of the week, or other Jewish texts. No text or prep required. Shabbat service begins around 11 AM, Prayerbook is on screen. -
Monday ,
AprApril 1 , 2024
Monday, Apr 1st (All day)
The B'nai Zion Office is Closed all day. -
Wednesday ,
AprApril 3 , 2024Mah Jongg in the Evening
Wednesday, Apr 3rd 6:00p to 8:00p
Mah Jongg game hosted by the North Louisiana Jewish Federation. Beginners and Experienced Players Welcome! Mah Jongg is fun and is open to everyone regardless of age, religion, synagogue membership, or Federation support. Please register at the Federation website. -
Wednesday ,
AprApril 3 , 2024Pickleball for Fun: Play or Watch at BZ
Wednesday, Apr 3rd 6:00p to 7:00p
We welcome all skill levels - even if you have never played before. Come try or just watch. It is a non-competitive fun evening. Use the doors at the front entrance by the Lefkowitz Hall, and knock to be let into the building. This invitation is for Members of BZ (who may bring one guest with them). -
Wednesday ,
AprApril 3 , 2024Understanding Judaism
Wednesday, Apr 3rd 7:00p to 9:00p
Rabbi Jana will discuss a variety of topics to be able to understand Judaism whether you have always been Jewish, want to become Jewish, or are just curious about Judaism. -
Friday ,
AprApril 5 , 2024Simcha Shabbat Evening Service
Friday, Apr 5th 6:00p to 7:00p
Shabbat Evening service including blessing and honoring everyone with birthdays or anniversaries this month. Following the service there will a special Oneg Shabbat. -
Saturday ,
AprApril 6 , 2024Zoom Text Study & Shabbat Morning Service
Shabbat, Apr 6th 9:45a to 12:00p
Text Study (9:45-11 AM) and Shabbat Morning Service (11AM-12 PM) Saturday. The Text Study discusses the portion of the week, or other Jewish texts. No text or prep required. Shabbat service begins around 11 AM, Prayerbook is on screen. -
Sunday ,
AprApril 7 , 2024Blood Drive at BZ
Sunday, Apr 7th 9:00a to 1:00p
Please consider giving the gift of life! You will need your driver’s license, and you should eat breakfast before you come. Contact the BZ office to indicate that you will be a donor, and Helaine will contact you to set up a specific time.
Thu, March 28 2024
18 Adar II 5784
Friday Night
: 6:00pm |
Candle Lighting : 7:15pm |
Shabbat Day
: 9:45am |
Havdalah : 8:16pm |
Upcoming Programs & Events
Mar 29 The B'nai Zion Office is Closed Friday, Mar 29 |
Mar 29 |
Mar 30 |
Apr 1 The B'nai Zion Office is Closed Monday, Apr 1 |
Apr 3 |
This week's Torah portion is Parashat Tzav
Shabbat, Mar 30 |
Candle Lighting
Friday, Mar 29, 7:15pm |
Havdalah
Motzei Shabbat, Mar 30, 8:16pm |
Erev Passover
Monday, Apr 22 |
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