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  • Israeli Dancing

    Israeli Dancing

    Join Chicago Israeli dancing, led by Phil Moss and Penny Brichta, and learn how to dance like an Israeli every Thursday night! For more information you can refer to chicagoisraelidancing.com The event is held in the Wiener Room and through Zoom.  

  • Oneg

    Light Oneg

    Each week before Kabbalat Shabbat service, we will have an oneg. This means that, although there is no official sponsor, we will provide light snacks before services begin.

  • Kahal Shabbat Morning Service

    Saturday Morning Shabbat Services with Kahal

    Come together for a special Shabbat morning with Kahal, featuring prayer, Torah reading, and engaging discussions. The service offers a chance to connect spiritually and share in the experience with the community. Whether attending regularly or exploring Shabbat for the first time, everyone is welcome to participate and enjoy the warmth of the congregation. If ...

  • Sunday Morning Minyan

    Sunday Morning Minyan

    The Sunday Morning Minyan meets in the Beit Midrash at Beth Emet. Join us on Sundays to daven (pray) the weekday Shacharit (morning) service!  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 ...

  • Beit Sefer

    Beit Sefer

    Beit Sefer is an engaging Jewish learning program for learners in Kindergarten through 7th grade. Classes explore Jewish values, holidays, Torah stories, and Hebrew in a supportive and fun environment, fostering curiosity, community, and connection to Jewish life. Learn more about Beit Sefer.

  • Conversational Hebrew

    Introduction to Hebrew

    This class uses an Ulpan-like immersive setting to teach modern conversational Hebrew. Participants will read news articles, discuss life and current events, and other basic conversations in Hebrew. The only prerequisite is basic Hebrew skills.

  • Introduction to Hebrew

    Introduction to Hebrew

    Introduction to Hebrew meets most Sundays, 12:15–1:15 pm when Beit Sefer meets. This beginner class is an opportunity for learners with no or limited Hebrew background to become familiar with the Hebrew alphabet, how to sound out Hebrew words, and begin to develop reading proficiency. You will also acquire some basic Hebrew vocabulary that connects us to Jewish life, ritual, tradition, and Israel. This class meets a requirement for Adult Kabbalat Mitzvah.

  • Social Justice Fair

    Be sure to stop by the annual Social Justice Fair this Sunday, October 19 beginning at 11:00 am for Beit Sefer Students and 12:15 for the rest of the congregation! Drop in at the Crown Room to learn more about some of our initiatives and groups! Donate your tzedakah and learn more about how it supports ...

  • Siddur (Prayerbook) Hebrew

    Siddur (Prayerbook) Hebrew with Bluma Stoller

    If you’d like to participate more meaningfully at services, this class can help you continue to develop your Hebrew skills. Participants will develop Hebrew reading proficiency while exploring the vocabulary, structure, and themes of Shabbat worship services and prayers.

  • The Rabbi Peter and Elaine Knobel Soup Kitchen at Beth Emet

    Soup Kitchen

    Every Wednesday evening since 2002, Beth Emet has opened its doors to community members in need of a nutritious dinner. Guests sit at linen-covered tables with fresh flowers and listen to live music while enjoying their meal, and they leave with a sack lunch to enjoy on the following day. The meeting starts in the ...