About B'nai Zion Congregation
B’nai Zion Congregation was established in Shreveport more than 150 years ago. We are a charter member of the Union of Reform Judaism. As a Reform Jewish congregation, we have deep Jewish roots, with flexibility that suits the needs of modern Jews. Our worship services are filled with inspiration and music. We provide programming, spiritual, social and educational programs for members of all ages. We have a Religious School for children three years old to Confirmation run by an Education Director who has been in our community for generations, an active pre-school group and ShFTY (the Shreveport Federation of Temple Youth - part of NFTY Southern), our teen-age youth group. We offer regular Torah Study, book club meetings, a Sisterhood, and Brotherhood. Our We Care committee provides meals and visits to members who are ill or recuperating. We maintain our own cemeteries. Our Rabbi teaches and guides us, and officiates at all life cycle events, holidays, and is a Spiritual Leader respected in the interfaith community.
We are proud to be a "house of prayer for all people." We are a warm and welcoming congregation where hearts and souls are nourished, friendships are grown, minds are expanded and Jewish life is celebrated!
Whether you are looking for a comfortable Jewish experience, or a place to experience Judaism, please consider B'nai Zion.
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UPCOMING EVENTS:
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Saturday ,
AprApril 27 , 2024Passover Song of Songs Torah Study & Shabbat Morning Service
Shabbat, Apr 27th 9:45a to 12:00p
Join us in a discussion about "Song of Songs" which is traditional to read on the Shabbat during Passover, followed by a Shabbat morning service. We will meet on Zoom -
Sunday ,
AprApril 28 , 2024"Four Winters" Movie Premier
Sunday, Apr 28th 2:30a to 5:00p
The Louisiana premiere of the documentary "Four Winters" will be on Sunday, April 28 at 2:30 p.m. at the Robinson Film Center. Director and Producer Julia Mintz will be in attendance to introduce the film, and for a Question and Answer session afterward. The film focuses on Jewish individuals who fought back against the Nazis during World War II. “All I owned was my camera, a leopard coat, and a grenade in case of capture...the pillow was the rifle, the walls were the trees and the sky was the roof,” says partisan Faye Schulman. Over 25,000 Jewish partisans fought back against the Nazis and their collaborators from deep within the forests of WWII’s Eastern Europe, Ukraine and Belarus. Against extraordinary odds, they escaped Nazi slaughter, transforming from young innocents to courageous resistance fighters. Shattering the myth of Jewish passivity, these last surviving partisans tell their stories of resistance in FOUR WINTERS, revealing a stunning narrative of heroism and resilience. Tickets may be purchased through the Robinson Film Center for $25. The ticket price includes the film, Q and A, and a reception afterward. -
Monday ,
AprApril 29 , 2024The B'nai Zion Office is Closed for Passover
Monday, Apr 29th 9:00a to 2:00p
The B'nai Zion Office is Closed all day the first and last days of Passover, because they are Holy Days. We will have services in the morning on Zoom. -
Monday ,
AprApril 29 , 2024Passover Final Morning and Yizkor Services on Zoom
Monday, Apr 29th 11:00a to 12:00p
The last day of Passover service includes Yizkor / Memorial. Join us on Zoom. Please see the B'nai Zion Yizkor page for details about candle lighting, names for Yizkor, and the Memorial Book. THE B'NAI ZION OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ALL DAY IN OBSERVANCE OF THE HOLY DAY. -
Wednesday ,
MayMay 1 , 2024Mah Jongg in the Evening
Wednesday, May 1st 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 ,
MayMay 1 , 2024Pickleball for Fun: Play or Watch at BZ
Wednesday, May 1st 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). -
Friday ,
MayMay 3 , 2024Simcha Shabbat Evening Service
Friday, May 3rd 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 ,
MayMay 4 , 2024Zoom Text Study & Shabbat Morning Service
Shabbat, May 4th 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 ,
MayMay 5 , 2024Holocaust Remembrance Service
Sunday, May 5th 3:00p to 4:00p
To honor the lives that were lost during one of humanity’s worst moments, our community remembers the Holocaust with an annual ecumenical Holocaust Remembrance Service. Through our remembering and active cooperation, we strive to obliterate injustice. The guest speaker is Sonia Levitin, Holocaust survivor and award winning author. The Chair of the event this year is Dr. Kenna Franklin who is the Assistant Vice Provost for Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement and is Assistant Professor in the Department of History and Social Sciences. Awards will be presented for the winning entries in the Middle School and High School Literary and Arts Competitions. Attend in-person or online. -
Saturday ,
MayMay 11 , 2024Zoom Text Study & Shabbat Morning Service
Shabbat, May 11th 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.
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Thu, April 25 2024
17 Nisan 5784
Tonight's Sefirah Count Is 3
היום שלשה ימים לעמר |
Today's Calendar
Chol Hamoed Passover |
: 7:00pm |
Friday Night
: 6:00pm |
Candle Lighting : 7:35pm |
Shabbat Day
: 9:45am |
Havdalah : 8:36pm |
Upcoming Programs & Events
Apr 25 |
Apr 27 |
Apr 28 |
Apr 29 |
Apr 29 |
Candle Lighting
Friday, Apr 26, 7:35pm |
Havdalah
Motzei Shabbat, Apr 27, 8:36pm |
Chol Hamoed Passover
Thursday, Apr 25 |
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