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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Wednesday ,
MarMarch 20 , 2024Mah Jongg
Wednesday, Mar 20th 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. -
Friday ,
MarMarch 22 , 2024Purim Shabbat Service
Friday, Mar 22nd 6:00p to 7:00p
Rabbi Jana will lead a family friendly Purim Shabbat service, and will debut this year's creative Purim Schpiel. Come in costume - or come as you are. Graggers will be available for the Purim Schpiel. Join us for Oneg Shabbat after Service. -
Saturday ,
MarMarch 23 , 2024Zoom Text Study & Shabbat Morning Service
Shabbat, Mar 23rd 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 ,
MarMarch 24 , 2024
Sunday, Mar 24th 11:00a to 1:30p
Fun and food for the Jewish community to celebrate Purim. Come in costume or come as you are. This year we have a special music presentation by Ellie Flier. This event is sponsored by the North Louisiana Jewish Federation. Registration required at jewishnla.regfox.com/purim -
Tuesday ,
MarMarch 26 , 2024Mah Jongg
Tuesday, Mar 26th 1:00p to 3:00p
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. -
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. -
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.
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Mon, March 18 2024
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Friday Night
: 6:00pm |
Candle Lighting : 7:10pm |
Shabbat Day
: 9:45am |
Havdalah : 8:11pm |
Upcoming Programs & Events
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Mar 22 |
Mar 23 |
Mar 24 Purim Carnival for the Jewish Community Sunday, Mar 24 11:00am |
Mar 26 |
This week's Torah portion is Parashat Vayikra
Shabbat, Mar 23 |
Candle Lighting
Friday, Mar 22, 7:10pm |
Havdalah
Motzei Shabbat, Mar 23, 8:11pm |
Taanit Esther
Thursday, Mar 21 |
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