May 10, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm A Discussion of Ken Burns’ Film, “The US and the Holocaust” Led by Dr. Elliot Lefkovitz The acclaimed 2022 documentary by Ken Burns' raises significant concerns relevant to our time. We will first review the film itself, including the myths about the Holocaust and America's response to it, which the film seeks to dispel. The discussion will then turn to an examination of three issues that have been the topics of ...
May 11, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Qigong with Netiva Caftori Qigong with Netiva Caftori There are so many moving parts in our day to day lives. Our very own Netiva Caftori, invites us to experience the healing practice of Qigong with her. Qigong is a millennia-old system of coordinated body-posture and movement, breathing, and meditation used for the purposes of health and spirituality. Beginners are encouraged to try out ...
May 11, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Join Meditation Room
May 11, 2023 @ 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Gesher Class (Grade 7) Gesher Class (Grade 7) Gesher students learn to identify Jewish values in their lives and to use those values as they make choices. You can see the full list of dates and classes at this link.
May 12, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 10:35 am Event Series A Close Look at Torah with Rabbi Andrea London A Close Look at Torah with Rabbi Andrea London There are many ways to interpret Torah and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. We will continue our learning from last year, reading and interpreting the text of the Book of Deuteronomy line by line. New learners are always welcome. No Fee for members; non-member fee is $120. Non-Members Register Here Members Register ...
May 12, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Join Meditation Room
May 12, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Kabbalat Shabbat Service Honoring Klaus Georg, Beth Emet Choir Director with Festive Sweet Oneg Following Services We have been lucky to have Klaus Georg as the Choir Director for over 15 years. The Choir will sing a piece composed by Klaus himself, and Rabbi London and Cantor Cotler will have the opportunity to honor Klaus for his years of service to the community. Stay after services to sing the praises for ...
May 13, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Kahal Shabbat Morning Services Kahal Shabbat Morning Services Whether in-person or online participate in worship by signing up for an honor via the online honor form. Masks are no longer required and are encouraged. Ph: 312-626-6799- Meeting ID: 833 6362 0227 / Passcode: 1224
May 14, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan Sunday Morning Minyan Join us on Sundays to daven (pray) the weekday Shacharit (morning) service! We are returning to the building! First-timers are encouraged! Please note, we will continue to Zoom as well for virtual participation. The Minyan offers an intimate opportunity to pray with the Beth Emet community. The service explores our ritual, liturgical, and musical traditions ...
