Witness
On August 22nd, 2025, we took our conversion candidates to Lake Michigan to immerse at the completion of a year of study and exploration. This ritual is the final step […]
Leaving the Wilderness, Finding Judaism
This sermon was delivered at our Shavuot Shabbat service on May 30th, 2025. You can listen to this drash on Contact Chai podcast or watch it on our YouTube channel. […]
Building A Community And Harnessing The Power of AI
This sermon was delivered at our service on March 21st, 2025. You can listen to this drash on Contact Chai podcast or watch it on our YouTube channel. **** This […]
You Were Once An Immigrant, Too
This sermon was delivered at our Friday service on January 24th, 2025. You can watch it now on our YouTube channel or listen on Contact Chai podcast. **** For reasons […]
Expressing Our Gratitude — High Holidays 5785
Your High Holiday Experience Thank you so much for choosing to spend your High Holidays with Mishkan Chicago! Whether you watched the live-stream, attended the in-person service, or dropped into […]
Learning From My Experiences As A Maggie’s Place Intern
Over the last year, I have worked as an intern at Maggie’s Place, Mishkan’s center for social services. As I prepare for the next stage in my educational journey, I […]
My Time As A Maggie’s Place Couple & Family Therapist
Mishkan Chicago not only provides moments for prayer and music, but also spaces for connection and counseling through Maggie’s Place support groups. As my time as a Maggie’s Place Facilitator […]
Pride Shabbat: “Call of the Shofar”
This sermon was delivered at our June 21st, 2024 Pride Shabbat service. You can watch this drash on Mishkan’s YouTube channel or listen on Contact Chai podcast. … Shabbat shalom. […]
From Celia
Dear Loved Ones, The time has come for me to say my goodbyes and my thanks. Several months ago, after 3.5 years of constant treatment with countless different chemo drugs, […]
What’s Your Hebrew Name, Bat Mitzvah Girl?
At our October 21st Saturday services, Mishkanite Rebecca Silverman delivered a drash on Parashat Noach on the occasion of her 25th BMitzvah anniversary. … Shabbat shalom, everyone! It’s great seeing […]