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  • PHOTOS
    • Womens Spa Day 2020
    • Family Challah Bake
    • Creative kitchen Sep 19
    • How to Like the one you Love
    • Creative Kitchen- Passover
    • A Taste of Passover
    • Purimania 2019
    • Hamantashen Bake
    • Chili Cookoff 2019
    • Creative Kitchen - Hamantaschen Bake
    • David Sussman
    • Creative Kitchen - Challah Bake
    • Challah Clubs
    • 2nd Annual Soul Spa Day
    • Nili Couzens Brunch
    • Chanukah Bash 2018
    • Creative Kitchen Thanksgiving
    • R' Orlofsky Brunch
    • MOMS Israel Trip
    • Creative Kitchen Sukkot
    • Womens 2nd Annual Paint Night
    • Purimania 2018
    • Adrienne Gold Weekend
    • Womens Hamantashen Bake
    • Women's Soul Spa Day
    • Photos 2017 >
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      • Chanukah Bash
      • Give Back Give Thanks
      • Creative Kitchen Nov 17
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      • Women's Israel Trip 2017
      • Men's Israel Trip 2017
      • Whiskey & Wisdom Sept
      • Rosh Hoshanah 2017
      • Class with Michal
      • Hurricane Harvey Relief
      • Creative Kitchen Sep 2017
      • Paint Night
      • Challah Club Sep 2017
      • Purimania 2017
      • Creative Kitchen March
      • Marriage & Parenting Workshop
      • Adrienne Gold Webinar
      • Houston Chili Cookoff
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        • Whiskey & Wisdom Feb
        • Whiskey and Wisdom January
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        • Creative Kitchen Oct 30th
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        • Challah Club Oct 20th
        • Challah Club Sep 15, 16
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          • Seed BB-Q
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          • Youth Torah Campaign
          • Mens Night #2
          • Ladies Wine & Cheese
          • Guest Lecturer- Rabbi Zohn
          • Lag B'Omer
          • Pre-Passover Fun
          • Chili Cookoff
          • Chanukah Extravaganza
          • Purim 2013
          • Purim Basket Distribution 2012 & 2013
          • Tu B'Shvat Party
          • Chanukah party 2012
          • Menorah Painting
          • Lag B'omer 2012
          • Sukkot BB-Q
          • Challah Baking
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          • Puppet Show 2011
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          • B.L.T Kid's Program
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Meet Rabbi Gavriel Jacknin - The Heartbeat and Architect of BJC
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Born and bred on Long Island, New York and a dyed-in-the-wool Mets fan since childhood, Rabbi Jacknin, or Rabbi J as he's affectionately known, has carried his fervor for life all the way to the Bellaire Jewish Center (BJC). He is a proud graduate of SUNY Binghamton with a Bachelor's degree in Marketing and Management, but it was his blossoming passion for Judaism during these formative years that directed his steps towards a path of spiritual fulfillment.
Years of immersive study at diverse Yeshivas such as Aish, Shar Yashuv and the Mirrer culminated in his Rabbinic ordination from Rabbi Zalman Nechemia Goldberg of Jerusalem. And it was this inner flame that gave birth to his vision: spreading the 'Joy of Judaism.'
Together with his beloved wife Michal, Rabbi J breathed life into the Bellaire Jewish Center in October 2010. The BJC has become a vibrant hub radiating the joy of Judaism through engaging programs, illuminating classes, heartfelt services and, yes, AWESOME parties! When he's not deep in Torah or teaching, you can find Rabbi J indulging in tennis, softball, jogging (he ran the NYC marathon at 20), and a good old chat over a refreshing iced coffee. To meet, study or just shmooze with Rabbi J, get in touch at 832-971-3781 or [email protected]

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Introducing Mrs. Michal Jacknin - The Harmonizing Force of the BJC
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Michal, apart from being the proud mother of five, is the cornerstone of the BJC. Balancing her roles of teaching, planning, cooking for the BJC and exploring the outdoors, she's a whirlwind of energy and enthusiasm. She helms the much-loved BJC Challah Club, delivers a weekly class '48 Ways of Wisdom', and manages the children's programming. Once a year, she also leads an inspiring Women's Israel trip that has been growing exponentially.
Michal is the heart of the community and is always excited to connect with you. Drop her a line at 845-538-6128 or [email protected] 
​She would love to hear from you!

Rabbi Gavriel and Michal are blessed with five amazing children, Yehuda, Eliyahu, Ashira, Avraham, and Emmy, who all contribute to the BJC mission. They'd be absolutely thrilled to host y'all for a Shabbat!


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Presenting Mrs. Ahuva Konovitch - Co-Director of the BJC Sunday School
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Ahuva's life has been a kaleidoscope of teaching and nurturing experiences. She's been an art teacher, a day camp director, a special education teacher, and now a speech language pathologist, passionately infusing joy in the learning process for children of all ages. Ahuva brings to BJC a dynamic approach to education, blending Jewish customs and traditions with exciting and hands-on learning experiences. An art enthusiast at heart, she finds joy in drawing, painting, and music. She's a proud mother of two adorable little ones, aged 3 and 18 months.






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Welcome Mrs. Elisheva Bresler - Co-Director of the BJC Sunday School

Born and raised in the windy city of Chicago, Elisheva holds a Bachelor's degree in Science and Liberal Arts from Excelsior College and a Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology from Nova Southeastern University. Her journey in education has taken her from being a pre-k teacher in Chicago to a nursery teacher in Lakewood, New Jersey, always nurturing her deep-rooted love for Jewish education. The Bresler family found their new home in Houston in May of 2017, joining the Kollel of Houston Torah Center. Now, Elisheva is thrilled to be continuing her journey at BJC, sharing the beauty and wisdom of Judaism with young, inquisitive minds.
All four of these dynamic individuals bring their passion, knowledge, and vibrant spirit to the Bellaire Jewish Center. Each day, they pour their hearts into creating a warm, engaging environment where learning and growth are entwined with joy and camaraderie. Come join us at BJC and experience this unique energy and commitment firsthand!



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  • Home
  • ABOUT
    • Leadership
    • Location
    • The Center
    • Media >
      • How to like the one you love
      • BJC Highlights 2018
      • How to Raise a Mensch
      • BJC Highlights 2017
    • In The News >
      • Turkey Bagels for Thanksgiving
    • Contact
  • BJC SUNDAY CLUB
  • WEEKLY PROGRAMS
    • Tuesday Lunch N Learn
    • BJC Parents Club
    • One on One Learning
    • BJC Halacha A Day
    • BJC Mitzvah A Day
    • Chill Zone
    • Chill Club for Young Adults
  • PHOTOS
    • Womens Spa Day 2020
    • Family Challah Bake
    • Creative kitchen Sep 19
    • How to Like the one you Love
    • Creative Kitchen- Passover
    • A Taste of Passover
    • Purimania 2019
    • Hamantashen Bake
    • Chili Cookoff 2019
    • Creative Kitchen - Hamantaschen Bake
    • David Sussman
    • Creative Kitchen - Challah Bake
    • Challah Clubs
    • 2nd Annual Soul Spa Day
    • Nili Couzens Brunch
    • Chanukah Bash 2018
    • Creative Kitchen Thanksgiving
    • R' Orlofsky Brunch
    • MOMS Israel Trip
    • Creative Kitchen Sukkot
    • Womens 2nd Annual Paint Night
    • Purimania 2018
    • Adrienne Gold Weekend
    • Womens Hamantashen Bake
    • Women's Soul Spa Day
    • Photos 2017 >
      • Challah Club Dec 14th
      • Chanukah Bash
      • Give Back Give Thanks
      • Creative Kitchen Nov 17
      • Challah Club Nov 2017
      • Women's Israel Trip 2017
      • Men's Israel Trip 2017
      • Whiskey & Wisdom Sept
      • Rosh Hoshanah 2017
      • Class with Michal
      • Hurricane Harvey Relief
      • Creative Kitchen Sep 2017
      • Paint Night
      • Challah Club Sep 2017
      • Purimania 2017
      • Creative Kitchen March
      • Marriage & Parenting Workshop
      • Adrienne Gold Webinar
      • Houston Chili Cookoff
      • Whiskey & Wisdom 2017 >
        • Whiskey & Wisdom March
        • Whiskey & Wisdom Feb
        • Whiskey and Wisdom January
      • CREATIVE KITCHEN SERIES >
        • Creative Kitchen Sep 25, 16
        • Creative Kitchen Oct 30th
        • CREATIVE KITCHEN NOV 20
        • CREATIVE KITCHEN DEC 18
        • Creative Kitchen Feb 5
      • Challah Clubs 2017 >
        • Challah Club May
        • Challah Club April
        • Challah Club March 16th
        • Challah Club Feb 16th
        • Challah Club 1-19-17
    • Photos 2010-2016 >
      • Cooking Wars #1
      • CHANUKAH PARTY 2016
      • LIVING A MINDFUL LIFE 3 PART SERIES
      • CHALLAH CLUBS 2016 >
        • CHALLAH CLUB DEC 15
        • Challah Club Oct 20th
        • Challah Club Sep 15, 16
      • GREAT BIG CHALLAH BAKE
      • JWRP 2016
      • YAHRZEIT MINYAN
      • BJC CHALLAH TABLE AT JCC YOM HAATZMAUT EVENT
      • PURIMANIA 2016
      • COMMUNITY CHESED PROGRAM
      • WOMENS NIGHT OUT
      • CREATIVE KITCHEN #1 >
        • CREATIVE KITCHEN #3
        • CREATIVE KITCHEN #4
        • CREATIVE KITCHEN #2
      • SUNDAY MORNINGS
      • Photos 2015 >
        • CHANUKAH BASH 2015
        • PJ HAVDALAH PARTY
        • MAIMONIDIES PROGRAM
        • WOMANS CHALLAH CLUB
        • JWRP JULY
        • Whiskey & Wisdom
      • MORE PHOTOS >
        • Grand Opening and Torah Dedication >
          • Torah Event #2
          • Challah Baking #3
          • Tuesday Torah Study
          • Challah Baking #2
          • Kidz Corner Session #1
          • Seed BB-Q
          • Whiskey & Wisdom
          • Challah Baking #1
          • Sunday Morning Fun
          • Ladies Wine & Cheese #2
          • Youth Torah Campaign
          • Mens Night #2
          • Ladies Wine & Cheese
          • Guest Lecturer- Rabbi Zohn
          • Lag B'Omer
          • Pre-Passover Fun
          • Chili Cookoff
          • Chanukah Extravaganza
          • Purim 2013
          • Purim Basket Distribution 2012 & 2013
          • Tu B'Shvat Party
          • Chanukah party 2012
          • Menorah Painting
          • Lag B'omer 2012
          • Sukkot BB-Q
          • Challah Baking
          • Seed Program 2012
          • Puppet Show 2011
          • Purim 2012
          • B.L.T Kid's Program
          • Chanukah 2011
          • Photos
  • Donate
  • Upcoming Events
    • CHANUKAH EXTRAVAGANZA 2024
    • Bar Mitzvah Club
    • Whiskey and Wisdom - September
    • Men's Fitness Group
    • Achim - Men's Group
    • HEBREW READING CRASH COURSE
    • Sale of Chametz form