October 27, 2022 @ 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.
October 27, 2022 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Demons and Monsters and Cosmic Horror, Oh My! with Cantor Cotler While Reform Judaism does so much right, it leaves some aspects of our heritage out of the regular rotation of worship and observances. The Tanakh and rabbinic texts contain a wealth of information and stories about things that go bump in the night, including terrifying descriptions of angels. This class will expose you to traditional ...
October 28, 2022 @ 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 ...
October 28, 2022 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am Pre-Shabbat Parent-Child Yoga! Sign up now for some fun with your little one, taught by Karen Achtman. Co-sponsored by JBaby. This adult/ child class consists of yoga poses, songs, movement, and stories. We’ll incorporate a Jewish twist with some of the songs, stories, and poses each week during this pre-Shabbat class. Join us for a great opportunity to ...
October 28, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Event Series What Must a Jew Believe? with David Gottlieb What Must a Jew Believe? with David Gottlieb Does Judaism require a system or series of beliefs? If so, what are they? If not, then is Judaism a religion, or is it something else? We'll explore this topic through biblical, rabbinic, and medieval text, and through contemporary scholarship. While we may not agree on conclusions, we can develop a deeper understanding of the ...
October 28, 2022 @ 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
October 28, 2022 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Services Kabbalat Shabbat Services Welcome Shabbat whether in the Sanctuary or online! Masks are no longer required and are encouraged. There will be a masks-required section for those that feel more comfortable in the Sanctuary. To listen to the service dial 847-869-4230 and press 7
October 29, 2022 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Anya & Teo Siegel-Acevedo Kabbalat Mitzvah with Kahal Shabbat Morning Service
October 30, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Sunday Morning Minyan Join us on Sundays to daven (pray) the weekday Shacharit (morning) service! We are excited to announce that Sunday Morning Minyan will be 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. ...
October 30, 2022 @ 9:20 am - 2:30 pm Extraordinary Stained Glass in 3 Chicago Synagogues with Lindy Rubin Our congregant and teacher Lindy Rubin has been discovering great Jewish Art for many years. The collection of stained glass in Chicago is extraordinary! We will explore the Loop Synagogue window by renowned artist Abraham Rattner, who worked on this with Chagall in Paris. We will see 64 windows at Temple Sholom by various renowned ...
October 30, 2022 @ 10:15 am - 11:45 am 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 ...