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The Purpose of Jewish Literature Today with Dr. Claire Sufrin

Do novelists fill the role once occupied by prophets? Are Jewish novelists writing books that are either too Jewish or not Jewish enough? We will read and discuss two recent essays- each addressing one of these questions- alongside two recent novels, The Netanyahus by Joshua Cohen and Fleischman is in Trouble by Taffy Brodesser-Akner. We will consider: ...

Reproductive Rights Kabbalat Shabbat Services with D’var Torah by Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg and March Birthday Blessings

Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg will share this Shabbat's D'var Torah titled, " The Torah of Reproductive Justice" in honor of Reproductive Rights Shabbat. Continue the work at tomorrow's Reproductive Rights: Purchasing and Packing Gift Bags for Abortion Patients event. As this is the first Friday of the month, we will be offering a birthday blessing to ...

Event Series Kahal Potluck Lunch

Kahal Potluck Lunch

We will gather for lunch immediately following the Kahal service while adhering to our current Covid protocols. If you are able to attend on Saturday morning, please consider bringing a vegetarian, nut-free dish or lunch item for all to enjoy. Please also take a moment to jot down a list of ingredients that can be ...

Reproductive Rights: Purchasing and Packing Gift Bags for Abortion Patients

For our first event, Beth Emet's Reproductive Rights Task Force is supporting Planned Parenthood of Illinois packing care bags to people who have had abortions. Our goal is to provide 100 bags. You are invited to donate funds, and/or help pack the bags. We'll also write notes to abortion patients and clinic staff. Inspired by ...

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 ...

Event Series Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller

Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller

Hebrew 1 is for learners with no or limited Hebrew language background. This class focuses on mastery of the Hebrew alphabet in order to read and understand Hebrew words and phrases in the prayer book and modern usage. Hebrew 1 also connects Hebrew vocabulary with Jewish life, ritual, tradition, and Israel. This class will begin ...