שַׁבָּת שָׁלוֹם
YOU'RE INVITED
Come for Shabbat. Stay for the family.
Torah-observant, Traditional Jewish Chavurah, inspired by Mashiach
Every Saturday in Dallas County, Texas, and on Zoom. Prayer, Torah, a shared lunch and a warm welcome for first-time guests.
Text us anytime: (469) 608-9944
Events
What’s happening at Benei Avraham
Shabbat is the heart of our week, and there is more to join in between. All times are Central.
Every week
SUNDAY
4:00 pm
Teen & Family Torah Club
The Narrow Path: a Bible study of Yeshua’s teachings for teens and their families, followed by dance instruction.
Arlington and on Zoom
Wednesday
7:00 pm
Tenakh Study
We read the Hebrew Bible together chapter by chapter, now the book of 2 Samuel, in Hebrew and English.
On Zoom only
FRIDAY
Evening
Erev Shabbat Dinner
Candle lighting, Kabbalat Shabbat and a festive Shabbat dinner around one table. Seating is limited, so please RSVP.
In person, by RSVP
SATURDAY
10:00 am
Shabbat Morning Service
Prayer from a Hebrew and English siddur, the Torah reading and drashot, then a potluck lunch together.
Dallas County and on Zoom
SATURDAY
3:00 pm
Dance, Minchah & Classes
Israeli and Davidic dancing for all ages, Minchah at 4:30 pm followed by classes (including classes for kids), and Havdalah after sunset.
Dallas County
Biblical feasts & Jewish holidays
We keep the biblical feasts and the Jewish holidays together: Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, Chanukah, Purim, Pesach, Shavuot and more, plus the New Moons and fasts. See the dates, Bible references and Dallas times for the whole year.
An open invitation
Join us at our Shabbat table
When
Every Saturday, 10 am
Central Time, through Havdalah after sunset. Come for the morning or stay all day.
WheRE
Dallas County, Texas
We text you the address when you RSVP. Can’t come in person? Join us on Zoom.
WhAT
Prayer, Torah and lunch
Prayer in Hebrew and English, the Torah reading and teaching, then lunch together.
10 am Prayer & Torah
Then Lunch together
3 pm Dancing
4:30 pm Minchah
After Minchah Classes for adults & kids
Sunset Havdalah
First-time guests are always fed.
Bring a vegetarian, dairy or pareve dish if you like, or just bring yourself. Loaner prayer books are ready for you.
Good to know before you come
Modest dress
Please wear modest, Shabbat-nice clothing.
Head coverings for men
Men cover their heads with a kippah or hat. We have kippot to borrow.
Separate seating
As in traditional synagogues, men and women sit separately during prayer.
RSVP in one tap
Send us a message and we’ll reply with the address or the Zoom link.
Shabbat afternoons
Learn Israeli and Messianic / Davidic Dance
After lunch on Shabbat, we push back the chairs and dance. Come learn the circle and line dances of Israel and the joyful worship dances in the tradition of King David, who danced before Hashem with all his might.
Beginners welcome
Every dance is taught step by step, slowly at first. No experience or partner needed.
All ages
Kids, teens, parents and grandparents dance together. Join in or just enjoy watching.
What to wear
Modest, comfortable clothing and shoes you can move in.
When Saturdays at 3 pm Where with our Shabbat gathering in Dallas County
Coming just for the dancing? Text us and we’ll send you the address.
Shabbat afternoons
Wednesday Tenakh Study
Shabbat afternoons
Every Wednesday evening we open the Hebrew Bible together on Zoom and read it chapter by chapter. Right now we are in 2 Samuel: the story of David, the anointed king, and Hashem’s promise to his house.
Follow along on our chapter pages in Hebrew, English and transliteration, with our Messianic Jewish commentary. No Hebrew needed.
תנ״ך
WHEN Wednesdays, 7:00 pm Central
WHERE On Zoom only
READING 2 Samuel, one chapter at a time
WHO Everyone is welcome
For teens and families
Teen & Family Torah Club
The Narrow Path: Yeshua’s Teachings That Lead to Eternal Life
Every Sunday afternoon, families of all ages study Torah together, with the discussion aimed at teenagers. Teens learn to read the Bible for themselves, ask honest questions and put Yeshua’s words into practice at school, at home and with friends.
Each week we read the lesson at home, then meet to watch the video lesson, talk it through and pray together.
When
Sundays, 4:00 pm Central
WHERE
Messianic Jewish Community Center
619 W. Main St., Suite C
Arlington, TX 76010
Get directions →
ONLINE
Join any week on Zoom
WHO
Families of all ages, focused on teenagers
Friday night
Erev Shabbat Dinner & Kabbalat Shabbat
Welcome Shabbat the traditional way: a private evening of prayer, song and a festive Shabbat dinner around one table. Seating is limited, so please RSVP.
What the evening includes
1
Candle lighting
We light the Shabbat candles before sunset and bring the week to a close.
2
Kabbalat Shabbat service
Psalms and songs, including Lecha Dodi, welcoming Shabbat like a bride. Prayer books in Hebrew and English are provided.
3
Blessings at the table
Shalom Aleichem, Eshet Chayil, the blessing of the children, Kiddush over wine and the blessing over the challah.
4
Shabbat dinner
A festive, home-cooked dinner. We usually serve meat.
5
Songs and Birkat Hamazon
Shabbat songs at the table, then the blessing after the meal.
Suggested donation
Adults
13 and older
$12
Children ages
3 to 12
$7
Little ones
under 3
Free
Your donation covers the meal. Because this is a meat meal, please don’t bring dairy dishes, and tell us about any allergies when you RSVP.
Or send by Zelle to connect@beneiavraham.com.
RSVP for Friday night
Text us at (469) 608-9944 to reserve your seats. Tell us how many adults and children are coming, and we’ll reply with the date, time and address.
Who we are
A small congregation with a big table
Benei Avraham is a Torah-observant, Traditional Jewish Chavurah, inspired by Mashiach, in the Dallas area. We pray from a traditional siddur, read the Torah in Hebrew every Shabbat, and keep the feasts of Israel together, with Yeshua as our Mashiach.
◆ For Jews who follow Yeshua
◆ For Jews who follow Yeshua
◆ For Jews who follow Yeshua
Wherever you are on the journey, there’s a seat for you.
Who we are
What sets us apart
Many Messianic congregations feel like a church service moved to Saturday. We live as a Jewish community, with Torah at the center and Yeshua as the Messiah of Israel.
הֲלָכָה
Real Jewish practice
We pray from a traditional siddur, keep Shabbat and the biblical & Jewish holy days, and live by halachah, Jewish law. Shabbat is a day of rest, so nothing is bought or sold.
תּוֹרָה
Torah first
The Torah is our highest authority. We read the Bible in order: Torah first, then the Prophets and Writings, then the Brit Hadashah (New Testament) as witness to the Messiah, read in its original Jewish setting.
מָשִׁיחַ
Yeshua within Judaism
We worship Hashem alone and follow Yeshua as the Messiah of Israel, inside Israel’s faith, not apart from it. We reject replacement theology and stand with the Jewish people.
חֲכָמִים
Guided by rabbis and sages
Orthodox and traditional rabbis guide our community. Our faith is built on Rambam’s Thirteen Principles, and we learn from the wisdom of the sages.
בְּרִית
A real path into Israel
We help Jews who believe in Yeshua, including Benei Anusim, make a formal return, and we welcome sincere non-Jews who want to complete a halachic conversion.
תַּלְמוּד תּוֹרָה
Serious learning
Torah, Talmud, Midrash, Jewish history and Biblical Hebrew, for beginners and advanced students alike, in person and online.
Who we are
Our faith, in four short videos
Our Statement of Faith, explained step by step. Watch one, or watch them all.
PART 1
Rambam’s Thirteen Principles from a Messianic Jewish Perspective
PART 2
Foundations of Faith: Distinctions in Divinity, Worship, and Prophecy
PART 3
The Foundation of the Covenant: Torah Authority, Historical Transmission, and Messiah
PART 4
The Hope of Israel: Mashiach & Resurrection
Who we are
Good questions
Do I need to be Jewish to come?
No. Jews, non-Jews and the curious are all welcome on Shabbat. Many of our members began as visitors who simply wanted to learn.
Do I need to know Hebrew?
No. Prayers are in Hebrew and English, and someone will help you follow along. Free Hebrew lessons are available when you want them.
What should I wear?
Modest, Shabbat-nice clothing. Men cover their heads with a kippah or hat, and we have kippot to borrow. As in traditional synagogues, men and women sit separately during prayer.
Is there anything for kids?
For the safety of our community, we share the location with confirmed guests only. Text us at (469) 608-9944, and we’ll reply with everything you need.
Why do I have to text to RSVP?
Yes. Our Saturday morning service is also on Zoom, and our Wednesday evening Tenakh study meets on Zoom only. Text us and we’ll send you the link.
Can I attend online?
Yes. Our Saturday morning service is also on Zoom. Tap "Text to join on Zoom" and we'll send the link.
בָּרוּךְ הַבָּא
We’d love to meet you
Text us today and we’ll save you a seat at the table.
Or text (469) 608-9944