2024-11-27 Beth Emet Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday Beth Emet Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday November 27 - December 2 Beth Emet Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday The offices will reopen December 1st, at 9:00 am
9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan December 1 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series 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 ...
6:00 pm - 6:45 pm Event Series Shiur B’internet December 2 @ 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm Event Series Shiur B’internet
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Evening Tea with U.S. Representative and Beth Emet Member Jan Schakowsky and Mayor Daniel Biss December 2 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Evening Tea with U.S. Representative and Beth Emet Member Jan Schakowsky and Mayor Daniel Biss Member Registration Guest Registration With the election results and the political landscape about to experience a significant shift, our U.S. Representative and Beth Emet member, Jan Schakowsky, will have much to share. Representative Schakowsky will be in dialogue with Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss as they explore topics that concern us all. Spend an evening with ...
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Shiur B’internet December 2 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Shiur B’internet We offer an alternative virtual class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays, these students will also participate in an online class on Monday evenings. Registration is limited and permission from the ...
10:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Hebrew A Second Time Around with Bluma Stoller December 3 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Hebrew A Second Time Around with Bluma Stoller Please register here for all classes You can sound out Hebrew words, but not as well as you’d like. This five-week crash course will review the rules and techniques for more confident Hebrew reading, and an opportunity to practice.
4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Beit Sefer (Thursdays) December 5 @ 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Beit Sefer (Thursdays) Judaic studies and prayer-based Hebrew instruction are taught for one hour each on Thursdays and Sundays. We use the Reform Movement’s Chai curriculum which is based on the fundamental pillars of Judaism: Torah (text), Avodah (worship), and Gemilut Chasadim (acts of loving-kindness). Together with our Cantor and teachers, students focus on specific aspects of the ...
4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Gesher (Thursdays) December 5 @ 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Gesher (Thursdays) Gesher (the Hebrew word for bridge) is designed to bridge the growth of our 7th grade students from children in the Jewish community to being adults. Our students spend this year advancing their understanding of Judaism as a religion, community, and culture as they begin the next stage of their Jewish identities. Gesher's goal is ...
2024-12-06 Congregational Retreat Congregational Retreat December 6 - December 8 Congregational Retreat
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London December 6 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London There are many ways to interpret our Tanach and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. Having completed our Close Look at Torah this past May, we turn to N’viim / Prophets, beginning with Joshua. New learners are always welcome. If you are new, please register below. Additionally if you plan to participate online, ...
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Service December 6 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Service Welcome Shabbat whether in the Sanctuary or online! Tonight. To listen to the service dial 847-869-4230 and press 7.
9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Kahal Shabbat Morning Service December 7 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Kahal Shabbat Morning Service 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 ...
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series Kahal Potluck Lunch December 7 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series Kahal Potluck Lunch 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 displayed with your dish for the benefit of those with food allergies. Instead of a potluck item, ...
9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan December 8 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series 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 ...
9:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Beit Sefer December 8 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Beit Sefer Beit Sefer: Premier Jewish Religious School for Children At Beit Sefer, we provide an enriching Jewish education for children of all ages. Our religious school offers a dynamic curriculum that combines traditional Jewish teachings with modern educational practices. From Hebrew language skills to understanding Jewish history, holidays, and values, our experienced educators are dedicated to ...
10:00 am - 11:30 am (Postponed) The Arch of Titus and the Jewish Community of Rome with Judith Testa December 8 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am (Postponed) The Arch of Titus and the Jewish Community of Rome with Judith Testa Member Registration Guest Registration *If you register you will be notified once the class date has been set. The Arch of Titus in Rome is redolent with Jewish history. It is best known for the relief sculpture on one of its inner walls that portrays sacred objects looted from the Temple in Jerusalem—most prominently, ...
6:00 pm - 6:45 pm Event Series Shiur B’internet December 9 @ 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm Event Series Shiur B’internet
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Shiur B’internet December 9 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Shiur B’internet We offer an alternative virtual class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays, these students will also participate in an online class on Monday evenings. Registration is limited and permission from the ...
9:30 am - 10:15 am Event Series Jamberry with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby) December 10 @ 9:30 am - 10:15 am Event Series Jamberry with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby) Join us for joyful, collaborative music-making with Nicole Jaworski and Jamberry Music! In this class, you and your little one will bond with each other and make new friends while we sing, dance, play, pretend and experiment with instruments. Class is geared to kids 6 months to 2.5 years old and siblings are welcome to ...
10:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Hebrew A Second Time Around with Bluma Stoller December 10 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Hebrew A Second Time Around with Bluma Stoller Please register here for all classes You can sound out Hebrew words, but not as well as you’d like. This five-week crash course will review the rules and techniques for more confident Hebrew reading, and an opportunity to practice.
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series Soup Kitchen December 11 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series Soup Kitchen
4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Gesher (Thursdays) December 12 @ 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Gesher (Thursdays) Gesher (the Hebrew word for bridge) is designed to bridge the growth of our 7th grade students from children in the Jewish community to being adults. Our students spend this year advancing their understanding of Judaism as a religion, community, and culture as they begin the next stage of their Jewish identities. Gesher's goal is ...
4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Beit Sefer (Thursdays) December 12 @ 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Beit Sefer (Thursdays) Judaic studies and prayer-based Hebrew instruction are taught for one hour each on Thursdays and Sundays. We use the Reform Movement’s Chai curriculum which is based on the fundamental pillars of Judaism: Torah (text), Avodah (worship), and Gemilut Chasadim (acts of loving-kindness). Together with our Cantor and teachers, students focus on specific aspects of the ...
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London December 13 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London There are many ways to interpret our Tanach and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. Having completed our Close Look at Torah this past May, we turn to N’viim / Prophets, beginning with Joshua. New learners are always welcome. If you are new, please register below. Additionally if you plan to participate online, ...
11:00 am - 12:15 pm Beit Shammai v. Beit Hillel—Legends and History December 13 @ 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Beit Shammai v. Beit Hillel—Legends and History Members Register Here Guests Register Here Were the Rabbis Pluralists? Jewish organizations often claim that Judaism is pluralist by pointing to the rabbis who produced the Talmud. However, the evidence of rabbinic pluralism is complex. In this class, we’ll sort through the question of whether the rabbis were pluralists. Beit Shammai v. Beit Hillel—Legends and ...
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Grades 1 and 2 Shabbat Service and Dinner December 13 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Grades 1 and 2 Shabbat Service and Dinner Information coming soon
2024-12-14 Grades 4 & 5 Shabbaton Grades 4 & 5 Shabbaton December 14 @ 9:15 am - December 15 @ 9:30 am Grades 4 & 5 Shabbaton Exciting Shabbaton for 4th and 5th Graders! This Shabbaton is a special opportunity for our 4th and 5th graders to come together for a memorable Shabbat experience filled with fun, learning, and friendship. We'll engage in activities that explore Jewish values, enjoy team-building games, and build lasting connections. Our young participants will have the chance ...
9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Kahal Shabbat Morning Service December 14 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Kahal Shabbat Morning Service 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 ...
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Social Justice-Baking for Soup Kitchen December 14 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Social Justice-Baking for Soup Kitchen Get your hands dirty, with flour of course, for this meaningful Social Justice Event! RSVP Required: Members Register Here Guests Register Here Bring your kids and help us make the world a better place. Together, we'll mix and stir, preparing delicious treats for our Soup Kitchen guests, and we'll enjoy Havdalah, singing, and stories. Perfect ...
9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan December 15 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series 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 ...
9:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series Gan Yom Rishon December 15 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am Event Series Gan Yom Rishon Gan Yom Rishon: A Joyful Preschool Experience for Young Learners Welcome to Gan Yom Rishon, where children embark on their first Jewish educational journey with curiosity and excitement. Our program offers a nurturing environment that fosters exploration of Judaism through play-based learning, hands-on activities, and community building. Designed for children ages 4 & 5, Gan ...
9:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Beit Sefer December 15 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Beit Sefer Beit Sefer: Premier Jewish Religious School for Children At Beit Sefer, we provide an enriching Jewish education for children of all ages. Our religious school offers a dynamic curriculum that combines traditional Jewish teachings with modern educational practices. From Hebrew language skills to understanding Jewish history, holidays, and values, our experienced educators are dedicated to ...
6:00 pm - 6:45 pm Event Series Shiur B’internet December 16 @ 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm Event Series Shiur B’internet
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Shiur B’internet December 16 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Shiur B’internet We offer an alternative virtual class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays, these students will also participate in an online class on Monday evenings. Registration is limited and permission from the ...
9:30 am - 10:15 am Event Series Jamberry with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby) December 17 @ 9:30 am - 10:15 am Event Series Jamberry with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby) Join us for joyful, collaborative music-making with Nicole Jaworski and Jamberry Music! In this class, you and your little one will bond with each other and make new friends while we sing, dance, play, pretend and experiment with instruments. Class is geared to kids 6 months to 2.5 years old and siblings are welcome to ...
10:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Hebrew A Second Time Around with Bluma Stoller December 17 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Hebrew A Second Time Around with Bluma Stoller Please register here for all classes You can sound out Hebrew words, but not as well as you’d like. This five-week crash course will review the rules and techniques for more confident Hebrew reading, and an opportunity to practice.
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Understanding AntiSemitisim with Project Shema December 17 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Understanding AntiSemitisim with Project Shema Members Register Here Guests Register Here In this 90 minute educational webinar with the educators of Project Shema, participants will gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of antisemitism in both the historical and modern context. Facilitators will also address the current political climate and how anti-Jewish ideas are showing up in discourse around ...
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series Soup Kitchen December 18 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series Soup Kitchen
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Kol Haneshamah Music Connections December 18 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Kol Haneshamah Music Connections Member Registration Guest Registration Cantor Young will lead in exploring our sacred texts through music and art. Learn about the evolution of Jewish music and the creative expression of our identity and experiences. Together, we will tap into our creative souls to find our own unique ways to elevate our prayers.
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Kol Haneshamah Music Connections with Cantor Young December 18 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Kol Haneshamah Music Connections with Cantor Young Members Register Here Guests Register Here Join Cantor Young in exploring our sacred texts through music and art. Learn about the evolution of Jewish music and the creative expression of our identity and experiences. Together, we will tap into our creative souls to find our own unique ways to evaluate our prayers.
4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Beit Sefer (Thursdays) December 19 @ 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Beit Sefer (Thursdays) Judaic studies and prayer-based Hebrew instruction are taught for one hour each on Thursdays and Sundays. We use the Reform Movement’s Chai curriculum which is based on the fundamental pillars of Judaism: Torah (text), Avodah (worship), and Gemilut Chasadim (acts of loving-kindness). Together with our Cantor and teachers, students focus on specific aspects of the ...
4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Gesher (Thursdays) December 19 @ 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Gesher (Thursdays) Gesher (the Hebrew word for bridge) is designed to bridge the growth of our 7th grade students from children in the Jewish community to being adults. Our students spend this year advancing their understanding of Judaism as a religion, community, and culture as they begin the next stage of their Jewish identities. Gesher's goal is ...
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London December 20 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London There are many ways to interpret our Tanach and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. Having completed our Close Look at Torah this past May, we turn to N’viim / Prophets, beginning with Joshua. New learners are always welcome. If you are new, please register below. Additionally if you plan to participate online, ...
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Soul Spark Shabbat Service December 20 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Soul Spark Shabbat Service Join our clergy, musicians and singers for a unique Shabbat experience filled with soul-stirring music and contemplative meditations and teachings. To listen to the service dial 847-869-4230 and press 7.
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Soul Spark Shabbat Services December 20 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Soul Spark Shabbat Services Step into a transcendent Shabbat service unlike any other! Immerse yourself in an extraordinary fusion of spirituality and melody, as our esteemed clergy, talented musicians, and captivating singers lead you through an enchanting tapestry of soul-stirring music, profound meditations, and illuminating teachings. Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to enrich your soul and deepen ...
9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Kahal Shabbat Morning Service December 21 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Kahal Shabbat Morning Service 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 ...
2024-12-22 No BEIT Sefer Winter break! No BEIT Sefer Winter break! December 22, 2024 - January 5, 2025 No BEIT Sefer Winter break!
9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan December 22 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series 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 ...
9:30 am - 10:15 am Event Series Jamberry with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby) December 24 @ 9:30 am - 10:15 am Event Series Jamberry with Nicole Jaworski (Co-Sponsored by JBaby) Join us for joyful, collaborative music-making with Nicole Jaworski and Jamberry Music! In this class, you and your little one will bond with each other and make new friends while we sing, dance, play, pretend and experiment with instruments. Class is geared to kids 6 months to 2.5 years old and siblings are welcome to ...
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Dayenu Circle December 24 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Dayenu Circle This Month's Dayenu Circle Meeting 7:30 Want to address climate change based on Jewish values through education, sustainability, and advocacy work? Attend the next Zoom meetings at the Dayenu Circle (Beth Emet's green team). Please contact the office if you plan to join virtually for the first time.
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series Soup Kitchen December 25 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series Soup Kitchen
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London December 27 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London There are many ways to interpret our Tanach and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. Having completed our Close Look at Torah this past May, we turn to N’viim / Prophets, beginning with Joshua. New learners are always welcome. If you are new, please register below. Additionally if you plan to participate online, ...
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Service December 27 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Service Welcome Shabbat whether in the Sanctuary or online! Tonight. To listen to the service dial 847-869-4230 and press 7.
9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Kahal Shabbat Morning Service December 28 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Kahal Shabbat Morning Service 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 ...
9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan December 29 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Event Series 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 ...
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series Soup Kitchen January 1, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series Soup Kitchen
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London January 3, 2025 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London There are many ways to interpret our Tanach and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. Having completed our Close Look at Torah this past May, we turn to N’viim / Prophets, beginning with Joshua. New learners are always welcome. If you are new, please register below. Additionally if you plan to participate online, ...
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Service January 3, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Kabbalat Shabbat Service Welcome Shabbat whether in the Sanctuary or online! Tonight. To listen to the service dial 847-869-4230 and press 7.
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Shabbat B’bayit Services (Online Shabbat Services) January 3, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Shabbat B’bayit Services (Online Shabbat Services) Shabbat Online Services (Shabbat b'Bayit) Note: Due to safety concerns, the Zoom link will be distributed on Friday for those who register. Member Registration Guest Registration For a meaningful and enriching Shabbat experience at home with Beth Emet, click on our zoom link! As we embrace the beauty and tranquility of Shabbat, we invite you ...
9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Kahal Shabbat Morning Service January 4, 2025 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Kahal Shabbat Morning Service 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 ...
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series Kahal Potluck Lunch January 4, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series Kahal Potluck Lunch 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 displayed with your dish for the benefit of those with food allergies. Instead of a potluck item, ...
December 2 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Evening Tea with U.S. Representative and Beth Emet Member Jan Schakowsky and Mayor Daniel Biss
December 8 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am (Postponed) The Arch of Titus and the Jewish Community of Rome with Judith Testa
