Twenty years ago, on the first Wednesday of November 2002, the Beth Emet Soup Kitchen opened its doors to provide dinners for people in need. The process, from its initial conception to the opening, was a year in the making. The Soup Kitchen was the brainchild of a small group of Social Action Committee members …
On Thursday, October 27, Rabbi London was honored with the 2022 J Street Chicago Tzedek v’Shalom (Justice and Peace) Award at its annual luncheon. Beth Emet alum, Max Yenkin, presented the award, Karen Isaacson was the emcee, the provocative panel discussion was led by J Street President, Jeremy Ben-Ami with U.S. Representative (and Beth Emet member) …
Save The Dates: Friday, November 4– Special Kabbalat Shabbat service to include a blessing of gratitude Sunday, March 19- An evening of celebration for 20 years of serving our community Since its inception on November 2, 2002 the Beth Emet Soup Kitchen has served thousands of delicious meals to appreciative guests. Through rain, snow, sleet, …
Celebrate the completion of the annual reading of the Torah! Services include seven Hakafot – the festive processions with the Torah throughout the Sanctuary. Sunday, October 15- Erev Simchat Torah 5:30 pm: One Book, One Congregation Launch- Potluck Congregational Simchat Torah Dinner and Discussion In-Person Only Even if you have not yet started the book, …
Missed an event this month? All virtual events that were recorded will be featured here. Climate Change: A Catalyst for Cooperation between Israel and its Neighbors with Dr. Tareq Abu Hamed, Executive Director of the Arava Institute Wednesday, October 19 Watch the recording here The Middle East is a global climate hotspot- a Middle East …
Missed Sarah Hurwitz at Beth Emet on May 15, 2023? Watch the recording here. A special thank you to Nisan Chavkin who partnered with Rabbi London in the planning and working with facilitators of the book, and to the book circle facilitators: Max Antman, Dick Axelrod, Ellen Blum Barish, Nisan Chavkin, Suzanne Coffey, Dina Elenbogen, …
In Pirkei Avot we are taught, “You are not required to finish your work, yet neither are you permitted to desist from it.” Sunday’s social justice fair was the perfect opportunity to learn how to do and make a difference. If you could not attend, and want to participate, contact Bekki Kaplan. Thank you to …
Statement From the Covid Task Force (9/14/22) Since March 2020, Beth Emet’s COVID-19 decision-making has been led by the Jewish value of pikuach nefesh—saving a life. Our COVID-19 Task Force has followed guidance from federal, state, and city governments while considering the needs and wishes of our community. Over the past 2+ years, we …
COVID TASK FORCE GUIDANCE As of 9/14/22 IF YOU HAVE COVID OR IF YOU HAVE BEEN EXPOSED If you have COVID and have finished your period of isolation, as per CDC guidelines, you must wear a well-fitting mask (N95 or KN95) through the 10th day. In addition, we agree with the CDC’s recommendation that …
High Holy Day Food Drive for The Ark Yom Kippur, October 5 from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Sunday, October 9 from 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Now more than ever, it is important to support The Ark, a local Jewish agency, which serves more than 4,000 people a year by providing support, shelter, and …
Elul is the month on the Hebrew calendar that precedes Rosh Hashanah. It brings with it customs that help us to pause, reflect on our behavior and speech before the new year begins. This year there are three communal offerings at Beth Emet to assist us with this individual process. Sunday Rosh Chodesh Minyan, Brunch …
Thank you to the Beth Emet Soul Stitchers for knitting these magnificent healing shawls. We appreciate the love and care that has gone into each of these works of art. If you are in need of a healing hug from the community or know someone who could use one of these shawls, please stop by …
