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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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Members Register Here Guests Register Here Judaism is blessed with Brachot (Blessings) for just about everything, which makes us aware of our need to be grateful for the gifts we have been given. In 2017, Beth Emet’s Marilyn Price, storyteller/puppeteer, author, and educator, partnered with Rabbi David Teutsch to create From Blessings to Gradititude and ...

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 ...

Learn spoken Hebrew in an Ulpan-like setting. We will read news articles and discuss current events, all in Hebrew. The only prerequisite is basic Hebrew reading skills. Members Register Here Guests Register Here DORIT FLATT is the daughter of Holocaust survivors and grew up in Tel-Aviv, Israel. After completing her IDF service in the paratrooper unit, ...

Not enrolled but interested in joining? Contact Marci Dickman   After a year of research and planning, we are excited to launch a new program for students in grades 8-11. This program, which we are calling BE NOAR (Beth Emet Youth), responds to the needs and desires of our community and reflects what we have ...

Please register and read more about the classes here Are you seeking to participate more meaningfully at services? This class will continue to develop Hebrew reading fluency while exploring the vocabulary, structure, and themes of Shabbat worship services and the individual prayers. This class meets a requirement for Adult Kabbalat Mitzvah. Bluma Stoller is a ...

Member Register Here | Guest Register Here   We are starting a Conversational Hebrew class for kids in grades 7 to 10 on Monday evenings from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. This class will meet on Zoom and will be taught by Ariela Furlager. Ariela is an experienced Hebrew teacher and knows our current 7thgraders. Students will ...

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 ...

Members Register Here Guests Register Here *You must register if you're interested in joining virtually On Yom Kippur Day, October 1993, the rabbi’s sermon in our synagogue was the story of the upcoming release next month of the movie “Schindler’s List.”  It had been five years since my mother had passed away.  At the end ...

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 ...

Beth Emet, teens, and families! Join us in serving guests at Beth Emet's weekly soup kitchen. Every Wednesday evening since 2002, Beth Emet has opened its doors to members of our community in need of nutritious dinner. Guests sit at linen-covered tables with fresh flowers and listen to live music (this time featuring Gabe Silver ...

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.

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 ...

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 ...

Speaking from our hearts, finding greater equanimity and balance in turbulent times - not easy to do. We will use poetry, songs and lyrics, Jewish text, and our own experiences to reflect on ourselves and explore our reactions to the world around us. This class is open to all and will follow the pattern of ...

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    

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, ...

We will honor the work and legacy of Martin Luther King at our Shabbat service. Please stay because afterwards we will wish Mia Bederman a mazel tov and thank the family for sponsoring an Oneg. Welcome Shabbat whether in the Sanctuary or online! Tonight. To listen to the service dial 847-869-4230 and press 7.

Welcome Shabbat whether in the Sanctuary or online! Tonight. To listen to the service dial 847-869-4230 and press 7.

Please stay with us in order to congratulate Mia Bederman for becoming a Kabbalat Mitzvah. In honor of their Kabbalat Mitzvah, we will host an Oneg after 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 ...

This Shabbat, we celebrate a special occasion as Mia is called to the Torah for their Kabbalat Mitzvah (What is this?)!   This joyous event marks a significant milestone in their lives, symbolizing their dedication, growth, and commitment to their faith and community. The ceremony will be held in the Sanctuary. We look forward to ...

Members Register Here  Guest Register Here   Feeling cooped up? C'mon over for some indoor messy fun (and we'll take care of clean up!). Perfect for families with kids five and under.

Members Register Here Guests Register Here Join the Fun for a Family Night Out at Beth Emet Our past Parents and Kids Night Out at Beth Emet was such a success that we're doing it again! We will do Havdalah together as families in the Lobby. Then, we'll split up: parents will have the opportunity ...