Join Tennessee Builder, Ted Besmann, for a virtual six week study group centered around Jewish Theology in Our Time: A New Generation Explores the Foundations and Future of Jewish Belief. The group will meet once a week from 6-7 pm CT for six weeks beginning on January 24th. As this is an intimate group, we […]
For many of us, living through a pandemic has created the opening for the uncomfortable yet inevitable internal conversation: if I died tomorrow, how would people remember me? This class is an opportunity to use the framework of ethical wills to think seriously about how you want to be remembered - and to define who […]
Grab your extra strong coffee (or whatever you fancy) and take some time to connect with other parents. This is a casual, no-stress zone for you to drop-in and be in community. Laugh, cry, or scream - anything goes! Register
If you're in your 20s and looking to build community, then join us for this potluck dinner. This program will be hosted and led by Mishkanite Andy Rapoport, and we’ll celebrate Shabbat together over delicious food, joyful company, and conversation. All participants are expected to be vaccinated, as this is an indoor event where masks […]
Build your community with our newly launched queer shabbat potluck group! Meeting each month at rotating homes and lay-led (this month at Aimee Halstuk's), we’ll celebrate Shabbat together over delicious food, joyful company, and conversation. All participants are expected to be vaccinated, as this is an indoor event where masks will not be required. This […]
The things you love about Mishkan in the morning: music, stretching, learning, and inspiration. We will celebrate the BMitzvah of Ezra G. and services will be live-streamed over Zoom. Nosh & Drash with Rabbi Steven post-services for a casual discussion about the week's parsha. Proof of full vaccination for those over the age of 5 […]
Due to weather, this will be a virtual event. Stories, songs and celebrating Shabbat for 0-4 year olds and their grown ups with Family Music Specialist Rachel Mylan. Register
Rabbi Steven will lead us in Torah study following our Saturday Morning Shabbat service. Add your voice to our lively, enlightening discussion of the weekly parsha. Please note that while services are at JCYS and available to livestream, this session of Nosh & Drash will be virtual only. Join Zoom
On Sunday, February 6th, all are welcome to join us for a day of learning on racial justice as a Chicagoland Jewish community. This day will be multifaceted and have programming for all ages. It will provide space to speak about white supremacy, to discuss the nature of racism in Jewish life, and to hold […]
Moving Traditions is a monthly teen support group, bringing together small, single-gender groups where teens can speak freely about relationships, gender, stress, school, and anything else that’s on their mind—while having a good time and making great friends. Rosh Hodesh for girls, Shevet for boys, and Tzelem for trans and nonbinary teens are groups of […]
Join Tennessee Builder, Ted Besmann, for a virtual six week study group centered around Jewish Theology in Our Time: A New Generation Explores the Foundations and Future of Jewish Belief. The group will meet once a week from 6-7 pm CT for six weeks beginning on January 24th. As this is an intimate group, we […]
Social justice work can be rewarding, inspiring, and let's be honest - exhausting, at times. How can Judaism inspire us and sustain us when the going gets tough? We will discuss how to prevent burn-out and find strength in our traditions. Taught by R' Steven and R' Posner in partnership with BASE LGSQ. Register
Calling all new and new-ish Builders especially those who have yet to attend a Builder orientation. Join us for an evening of orientation to your Mishkan Buildership! We will gather on Zoom for intros and a welcome by R’Lizzi and break into chevruta (paired groups) to discuss how we can continue building a culture of […]
Join us for music from our Davening Team, liturgy, and reflection from our rabbis. Music, prayer and special guests will differ week to week, but you can always count on this Friday wind down to leave you feeling nourished and inspired. This service is in-person and will also be live-streamed on Facebook Live. ASL interpretation […]
For kids ages 4 - 7 and their families, join us for a pajama party havdalah! We will have craft activities, games, and share a pizza dinner. Unicorn, superhero, or dino pajamas are highly encouraged (grown-ups, you too!). The party will be in-person at the Mishkan office and costs $15/family and $10/Builder family. Register
Why do bad things happen to good people? What is the true nature of G-d? This is a class for people who think of themselves as spiritual and have a hunch that Judaism has a lot of spirituality and wisdom embedded in it...but have never seriously studied the sources of that wisdom. Using familiar and […]
Join Tennessee Builder, Ted Besmann, for a virtual six week study group centered around Jewish Theology in Our Time: A New Generation Explores the Foundations and Future of Jewish Belief. The group will meet once a week from 6-7 pm CT for six weeks beginning on January 24th. As this is an intimate group, we […]
Are you interested in helping to end homelessness in Chicago? Join our Justice Team, who is engaging with the Bring Chicago Home Campaign, the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless, and ONE Northside in the struggle to help our unhoused neighbors. Register
For those who have chosen Judaism, this is a deeper dive into Jewish identity and practice led by Rabbi Steven. This three-part virtual series will focus on issues surrounding Jewish identity: imposter's syndrome, passing, being outed in the kiddish line, and other obstacles that converts face as they navigate the Jewish community post-conversion. Whether you […]
Grab your extra strong coffee (or whatever you fancy) and take some time to connect with other parents. This is a casual, no-stress zone for you to drop-in and be in community. Laugh, cry, or scream - anything goes! Register
Mishkan is excited to welcome Jared Jackson, the Founder and Executive Director of Jews In All Hues. We will also be calling up Adam Reisberg and Traci Stratford for their aufruf! As always, there will be music from our Davening Team, liturgy, and reflection from our rabbis. You can always count on this Friday wind […]
The things you love about Mishkan in the morning: music, stretching, learning, and inspiration. Services will be live-streamed over Zoom. Nosh and drash with Rabbi Steven post-services for a casual discussion about the week's parsha. Proof of full vaccination for those over the age of 5. Full vaccination means the full initial series plus booster […]
Share the wonders of toddler life with tots 14 - 36 months and their grownups! We will sing, dance, and celebrate Shabbat together with toddler-friendly activities and snacks. Grownups will have a chance to connect with each other and schmooze. Weather permitting, we will meet outdoors at the playground (Vogel park) next door to JCYS. […]
Stories, songs and celebrating Shabbat for 0-4 year olds and their grown ups. We will meet indoors at JCYS. Proof of full vaccination for those over the age of 5. Family Music Specialist Rachel Mylan and Rachel Cohn will lead the joyous Shabbat activities, followed by family kiddush. Proof of full vaccination for those over […]
Join Tennessee Builder, Ted Besmann, for a virtual six week study group centered around Jewish Theology in Our Time: A New Generation Explores the Foundations and Future of Jewish Belief. The group will meet once a week from 6-7 pm CT for six weeks beginning on January 24th. As this is an intimate group, we […]
For those who have chosen Judaism, this is a deeper dive into Jewish identity and practice led by Rabbi Steven. This three-part virtual series will focus on issues surrounding Jewish identity: imposter's syndrome, passing, being outed in the kiddish line, and other obstacles that converts face as they navigate the Jewish community post-conversion. Whether you […]
Social justice work can be rewarding, inspiring, and let's be honest - exhausting, at times. How can Judaism inspire us and sustain us when the going gets tough? We will discuss how to prevent burn-out and find strength in our traditions. Taught by R' Steven and R' Posner in partnership with BASE LGSQ. Register
Join us for music from our Davening Team, liturgy, and reflection from our rabbis. We will also be calling up Adam Reisberg and Traci Stratford for their aufruf! Music, prayer and special guests will differ week to week, but you can always count on this Friday wind down to leave you feeling nourished and inspired. […]
Join Tennessee Builder, Ted Besmann, for a virtual six week study group centered around Jewish Theology in Our Time: A New Generation Explores the Foundations and Future of Jewish Belief. The group will meet once a week from 6-7 pm CT for six weeks beginning on January 24th. As this is an intimate group, we […]
For those who have chosen Judaism, this is a deeper dive into Jewish identity and practice led by Rabbi Steven. This three-part virtual series will focus on issues surrounding Jewish identity: imposter's syndrome, passing, being outed in the kiddish line, and other obstacles that converts face as they navigate the Jewish community post-conversion. Whether you […]
Build your community with our newly launched queer shabbat potluck group! Meeting each month at rotating homes and lay-led (this month at Rodrigo Diaz's), we’ll celebrate Shabbat together over delicious food, joyful company, and conversation. All participants are expected to be vaccinated, as this is an indoor event where masks will not be required. This […]
The things you love about Mishkan in the morning: music, stretching, learning, and inspiration. New this week: services will be live-streamed over YouTube! Nosh & Drash with Rabbi Steven post-services for a casual discussion about the week's parsha. Proof of full vaccination for those over the age of 5. Full vaccination means the full initial […]
Stories, songs and celebrating Shabbat for 0-4 year olds and their grown ups! We will meet indoors at JCYS. Proof of full vaccination for those over the age of 5. Full vaccination means the full initial series plus booster shot for anyone who is eligible for the booster. In addition, we ask in-person participants (those […]
At this third meeting of Kehillah Kabbalah, Matthew will offer an overview of the Kabbalah of Shabbat based on the work of Dr. Elliott Ginsburg, and Dr. Morris Faierstein. Matthew and his husband Keith will then lead a musical havdalah ceremony after the presentation. Any Mishkan builder is welcome to attend this presentation and havdalah. […]