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Rabbi Brian Immerman to Become Beth Emet’s Next Senior Rabbi

by Beth Emet

January 9, 2026

At last night’s special congregational meeting, Rabbi Brian Immerman was elected to become our next Senior Rabbi. He will begin his service on July 1. On behalf of the Board …

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Congregational Highlights

Shir Shabbat & BEYOND! Generations: Dor L’Dor Celebration and Retreat Reunion

by Beth Emet

January 8, 2026

Friday, February 6 | 5:15 & BEYOND! Dinner and Activities | 5:45 pm Oneg Sponsored by Create a Jewish Legacy, a part of the Jewish United Fund of Chicago | …

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Congregational Highlights

MLK Shabbat at BE, Interfaith Service Sunday, Walk for Warmth Monday

by Beth Emet

January 5, 2026

MLK Shabbat at Beth Emet | Friday, January 16 | 5:45 pm Oneg | 6:30 pm Service featuring member Matt Feldman speaking about Reparations MLK Interfaith Community Worship Service | …

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Congregational News

Special Congregational Vote on January 8

by Beth Emet

December 31, 2025

Here is your latest EmetMail, with a special message from President Nisan Chavkin about the special congregational vote regarding Rabbi Immerman on January 8.

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Congregational News

Building Closed This Week + Your Latest EmetMail

by Beth Emet

December 20, 2025

The building will be closed December 21 through December 28 and then again on January 1. We wish everyone, including our staff, a good break! Here is your latest EmetMail. …

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Community Reflections

Resources for Talking with Children about Antisemitic Tragedy in the Wake of Sydney

by Beth Emet

December 18, 2025

Dear families, I was heartbroken by the news earlier this week about the antisemitic attack during a Chanukah celebration in Sydney, Australia. There is far too much hate in our …

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Congregational News

Evanston Interfaith Clergy and Leaders Received Outstanding Ally Award

by Beth Emet

December 18, 2025

On December 3, 2025, Evanston Interfaith Clergy and Leaders received the Outstanding Ally Award at the National Symposium for State and Local Reparations held in Evanston. In 2020, Evanston became …

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Congregational News

Interested in Being Considered for BE’s Board of Trustees? Inquire Within!

by Beth Emet

December 17, 2025

The Nominating Committee (NomCom) is creating an opportunity for members who may wish to be considered for the Board to to express their interest by filling out a form or …

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News

Winter Retreat Roundup

by Beth Emet

December 15, 2025

By Fiona Rae, Beth Emet Communications Intern Every year, Beth Emet hosts an annual winter retreat. This presents an opportunity for community members and families to connect with each other …

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Congregational News

Devastated by Antisemitic Attack in Sydney, Beth Emet Remains Vigilant as We Hold One Another in Support

by Beth Emet

December 14, 2025

A Message from Rabbi London and President Nisan Chavkin It is with heavy hearts that we awake to the news this morning that there was an antisemitic mass shooting attack …

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Reflections from Rabbi London

Your Guide to Chanukah

by Beth Emet

December 11, 2025

A Chanukah Message from Rabbi London The celebration of Chanukah revolves around a miracle story that was shaped by the rabbis and appears in print for the first time in …

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Congregational News

Fight for Democracy Like a Mensch! A New Tikkun Middot Opportunity

by Beth Emet

December 11, 2025

Rooted in Jewish ethical wisdom (Tikkun Middot/Mussar), this program, Fight for Democracy Like a Mensch (FLM), supports those who feel the heartbreak in our current political environment and want to …

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