Thank you for inquiring about membership at Congregation Jewish Community North! CJCN has so much to offer individuals and families of all ages! The Membership Team will assist future members as they become familiar with the various programs and services that are available at the temple. (Membership@CJCN.ORG)
As part of the membership process, those who are new to CJCN are invited to various social activities where they can become acquainted with the Rabbi, Board/Committee Members and established CJCN Members. Our orientation plan includes Services, and a New Member Shabbat. In addition, the Membership Committee informs others in the congregation of our new members so that they may welcome and include them and help them to find their niche at the temple.
Top 10 REASONS TO JOIN CJCN!
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A dynamic and personable Rabbi who enhances the Jewish experience through his leadership and spiritual Shabbat services. Rabbi Jonathan Siger's warmth, energy, compassion, knowledge and spirit is a blessing to us all!
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The wonderful Jacques C. Shure Religious School. Our program involves parents, teen volunteers and our dedicated staff of teachers. (For children from 3 – 16)
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The beautiful voice of our Cantor, Cantor Renee Waghalter, who adds a special quality to Shabbat Services.
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Several opportunities for Life Long Learning including–
* Weekly Sunday morning Torah Study
* Special Day of Learning for the congregation
* An Annual ‘Scholar-in-Residence’ Program
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Established Chavurah (Social) Groups for families at different stages in the life cycle- from the Bubblegum Elementary School Crowd, to the Hip-hop Junior/Senior Group and the Footloose and Fancy-free Adults to the Wise and Wonderful Retired Group! Monthly activities are planned according to the interests of each group.
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A Monthly Children's Shabbat Service for preschool children and their families. This special service is offered once per month either on Friday nights. The children work with the Rabbi and/or Cantor to learn about Shabbat through song, games, arts and crafts and food..
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Junior and Senior Youth Groups which meet monthly for social and religious functions, including various Mitzvah Projects, leading children’s services, weekend retreats, midnight bowling, lock-ins...
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An active Sisterhood, which offers monthly programs and friendship for women of all ages! An equally active Men’s Club who sponsor speakers, host golf tournaments, run temple activities, Usher at the High Holidays and provide help wherever needed to CJCN.
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Adult Socials for fun & friendship. Previous programs have included: a Hawaiian Luau, a Sock Hop, and Western Night, Progressive Dinner, Casino Night, Volunteer Celebration, Bingo Night & MORE!
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Family Holiday Socials including the Yom Kippur Break-Fast, Succah Decorating Party and Pot Luck Supper, Chanukah Latke Dinner, Purim Carnival, Passover Seder and end of year Picnic.
Looking for a spiritual and cultural home?
Choose Congregation Jewish Community North,
the “Heart and Soul” of Jewish Life in North Houston!
If you would like additional information about membership, or any of the programs available at CJCN, please contact the Temple office at 281-376-0016 or email Membership Chair Donna Gibbon at Membership@cjcn.org
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