The message was clear at Congregation Beth Israel Thursday morning.

More than four in ten Jews in the United States feel their status in America is less secure than it was a year earlier.

Extremism experts and historians sound alarms as politicians, media personalities and celebrities amplify antisemitic conspiracies that have historically led to the killing of Jews.

May is Jewish American Heritage Month, a month set aside to recognize the achievements and contributions made by Jewish Americans. David Scott, Director of Lifelong Learning and Engagement at Congregation Beth Israel, joined KPRC 2′s Owen Conflenti and Lisa Hernandez on KPRC 2+ to discuss Jewish American Heritage Month.

Attacks on houses of worship like the 2017 Sutherland Springs shooting have prompted many religious groups to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars and countless hours to bolster security.

Rabbis, public officials and others made statements of defiance against antisemitism at Sabbath services a week after last weekend's hostage siege at a Texas synagogue.

The hostage situation that unfolded this past weekend at a North Texas synagogue is at the center of a new message from the Anti-Defamation League.

Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker of Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas, is expected to speak during a discussion with the Anti-Defamation League on Thursday at noon.

A British man who held four people hostage in a Texas synagogue ranted against Jews and American wars in countries like Afghanistan as his brother pleaded with him to give up and free the captives.

For many Jewish leaders, the hostage standoff in a Texas synagogue was all too familiar.

A man held people hostage for more than 10 hours at a Texas synagogue where he could be heard ranting in a livestream and demanding the release of a Pakistani neuroscientist who was convicted of trying to kill U.S. Army officers in Afghanistan.

Austin fire officials said they’re investigating a Sunday incident that caused about $25,000 in damage as a potential arson.

HOUSTON – Several Houston religious leaders and congregations shared how they will handle services after Gov. Inside Congregation Beth Israel of Houston, the temple and its seats remain empty more often than not. Kabire said there are no plans to change any safety guidelines at this point. Lakewood church said it will continue to follow recommended health and safety guidelines. Church officials said capacity has not been an issue however they will monitor it as they expect attendance to increase.

HOUSTON A local faith leader and beloved member of the Jewish community has died, according to the Congregation Beth Israel. Rabbi Karff led us by his conscience, his words and his many acts of loving kindness. " Karff recently recorded a video with two other religious leaders where they talked about fighting for respect, justice and equality. According to the release, there is no better tribute to who Karff was than this. Anyone interested can watch the full video here.