Your teen is cordially invited to an extra tasty pre-seder, led by Rabbi Deena, where we’ll take a closer look at social justice issues like modern day slavery, economic justice, and fair trade. The seder is meant to help us see ourselves in the Passover story, and this program will help your teen connect to […]
Come one and all and start the new week with some Torah time in community. Join Builder Tim Graves in this weekly Torah study practice over Zoom. The drop-in group meets weekly on Sundays. Register
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Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning and led by the Mishkan rabbis. Monday through Wednesday are led by R’Steven, Thursdays are led by R’Lizzi, and Fridays are led by R’Deena. Register Here
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 […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning and led by the Mishkan rabbis. Monday through Wednesday are led by R’Steven, Thursdays are led by R’Lizzi, and Fridays are led by R’Deena. Register Here
It's not just our children who want a kid-friendly seder! Our Jewish ancestors designed the seder to keep kids having fun with games, songs, and other delights along the way. Join us for a hands-on workshop where we'll explore various Passover traditions and share opportunities for infusing kid-friendly elements into your seder. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning and led by the Mishkan rabbis. Monday through Wednesday are led by R’Steven, Thursdays are led by R’Lizzi, and Fridays are led by R’Deena. Register Here
Passover and Easter–two very different holidays that both happen around spring and involve food and family. Are there any other similarities? What exactly is at the heart of both of these holidays? Let’s take Passover and Easter a little deeper and explore the theological differences between the holidays with Rukin Rabbinic Fellowship Alumnus Rabbi Steven […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning and led by the Mishkan rabbis. Monday through Wednesday are led by R’Steven, Thursdays are led by R’Lizzi, and Fridays are led by R’Deena. Register Here
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning and led by the Mishkan rabbis. Monday through Wednesday are led by R’Steven, Thursdays are led by R’Lizzi, and Fridays are led by R’Deena. Register Here
Hey there, wise guy! Are you nearing retirement? Did you retire during the pandemic and are struggling to find a meaningful routine? Join Builder Mark Weiner and other male-identifying folks to discuss the unique challenges that men face when exiting the work force. Come to this kick-off small group to share feelings, ideas, or to […]
The things you love about Mishkan in the morning: music, stretching, learning, and inspiration. This week, we celebrate the BMitzvah of Lucy Schulman! We will also commemorate Trans Day of Visibility, which falls on March 31st. Services will be in-person and live-streamed over YouTube. Rise & Shine will be held for children ages 0-4 at 10:00 am, Mah […]
Stories, songs and celebrating Shabbat for 0-4 year olds and their grown ups! We will meet indoors at JCYS. For Shabbat and other programs, masks are optional. For people ages 6 months and up, full vaccination is expected and boosters are heavily encouraged. Public parking is available on the street.
Stories, songs and celebrating Shabbat for 5-8 year olds and their grown ups. Services will be held indoors at JCYS starting at 9:30 am, with Mah Tovu beginning at 11:00 am. For people ages 6 months and up, full vaccination is expected and boosters are heavily encouraged. Public parking is available on the street.
Moving Traditions is a support group for teenage Mishkanites in grades 7-10. We will explore the challenges and joys of teens’ lives while having a good time and making great friends. Teens will be sorted into small groups according to gender identity so they can speak freely about relationships, gender, stress, school, and anything else that’s on their mind. Each group […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning and led by the Mishkan rabbis. Monday through Wednesday are led by R’Steven, Thursdays are led by R’Lizzi, and Fridays are led by R’Deena. Register Here
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning and led by the Mishkan rabbis. Monday through Wednesday are led by R’Steven, Thursdays are led by R’Lizzi, and Fridays are led by R’Deena. Register Here
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning and led by the Mishkan rabbis. Monday through Wednesday are led by R’Steven, Thursdays are led by R’Lizzi, and Fridays are led by R’Deena. Register Here
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning and led by the Mishkan rabbis. Monday through Wednesday are led by R’Steven, Thursdays are led by R’Lizzi, and Fridays are led by R’Deena. Register Here
They say once you’ve done something three times it’s a tradition, so join us for our annual virtual seder, where we’ll weave the ancient Passover retelling with all the ways we show up in Jewish community today – as artists, activists, Jews of different backgrounds, identities, ethnicities and stories. Led by our rabbis and members […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning and led by the Mishkan rabbis. Monday through Wednesday are led by R’Steven, Thursdays are led by R’Lizzi, and Fridays are led by R’Deena. Register Here
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning and led by the Mishkan rabbis. Monday through Wednesday are led by R’Steven, Thursdays are led by R’Lizzi, and Fridays are led by R’Deena. Register Here
Are you in the early years of a committed relationship? Led by Rabbi Steven and Jordyn Scorpio from Shalva, this cohort-based experiential workshop will utilize Shalva's Seven Circles curriculum to help you to strengthen your communication skills around expectations, healthy conflict, and meeting needs. This four-part, in-person class costs $36/relationship unit (half off for Builders) […]
This is a support group for caregivers of children ages 10 and over, who identify as neurodiverse or experience social-emotional, cognitive, or behavioral challenges. Facilitated by Jess Levine LCSW, we will create a space for caregivers to talk about the unique challenges and joys in raising differently wired kids. Resources and outside referrals can be […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning and led by the Mishkan rabbis. Monday through Wednesday are led by R’Steven, Thursdays are led by R’Lizzi, and Fridays are led by R’Deena. Register Here
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning and led by the Mishkan rabbis. Monday through Wednesday are led by R’Steven, Thursdays are led by R’Lizzi, and Fridays are led by R’Deena. Register Here
Today will be a special Passover Morning Minyan! We will include a joyful section called Hallel as well as Yizkor, the section where we remember our loved ones beyond the […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning and led by the Mishkan rabbis. Monday through Wednesday are led by R’Steven, Thursdays are led by R’Lizzi, and Fridays are led by R’Deena. Register Here
It's the Counting of the Omer! Join us for a night of inspiration and reflection on this ancient contemplative practice. 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. Attend virtually on our YouTube livestream — have […]
The things you love about Mishkan in the morning: music, stretching, learning, and inspiration. This week, we celebrate the BMitzvah of Izi Passman! We will also recognize Yom Hashoah. Services will be in-person and live-streamed over YouTube. Rise & Shine will be held for children ages 0-4 at 10:00 am, Mah Tovu for children ages 5-8 at 11:00 […]
Stories, songs and celebrating Shabbat for 5-8 year olds and their grown ups. Services will be held indoors at JCYS starting at 9:30 am, with Mah Tovu beginning at 11:00 am. For people ages 6 months and up, full vaccination is expected and boosters are heavily encouraged. Public parking is available on the street.
Stories, songs and celebrating Shabbat for 0-4 year olds and their grown ups! We will meet indoors at JCYS. For Shabbat and other programs, masks are optional. For people ages 6 months and up, full vaccination is expected and boosters are heavily encouraged. Public parking is available on the street.
This FOUR session class will deep dive into the Book of Jeremiah, a favorite prophet, known for his love of complaining and other glass empty writings. Led by Rabbi Deena, we will study different Jewish sources from mysticism and Talmud. This in-person class costs $36 (half-off for Builders), covering all four sessions. Register
This is a support group for caregivers of children ages 9 and under, who identify as neurodiverse or experience social-emotional, cognitive, or behavioral challenges. Facilitated by Sara Hood MA, we will create a space for caregivers to talk about the unique challenges and joys in raising differently wired kids. Resources and outside referrals can be […]
The Progressive Israel Network (PIN) invites you to an energizing gathering marking the 75th anniversary of Israel's founding. The creation of the State of Israel represents one of the most profound and important achievements of Jewish history, even as the day means something very different for Palestinians. As a group of organizations dedicated to a […]
If you're a parent of a teen and looking to build community, join us for this small group discussion and learning program made just for you. Led by Rabbi Deena, we will learn what Jewish tradition has to say about parenting adolescents while discussing the oys and joys of parenting through this life stage. This […]
As is written on the American Friends for Combatants for Peace website in their description of why hundreds of thousands of Israelis and Palestinians join together for this memorial day commemoration: "The Joint Memorial Ceremony, organized by Combatants for Peace (CfP) and The Parents Circle Families Forum and co-sponored by Mishkan, is the largest Israeli-Palestinian […]
Volunteer with fellow Builders and serve meals in a restaurant-style setting at the JUF Uptown Cafe. The cafe is one of Chicago's first kosher anti-hunger programs for the needy, providing […]
Are you in the early years of a committed relationship? Led by Rabbi Steven and Jordyn Scorpio from Shalva, this cohort-based experiential workshop will utilize Shalva's Seven Circles curriculum to help you to strengthen your communication skills around expectations, healthy conflict, and meeting needs. This four-part, in-person class costs $36/relationship unit (half off for Builders) […]
This FOUR session class will deep dive into the Book of Jeremiah, a favorite prophet, known for his love of complaining and other glass empty writings. Led by Rabbi Deena, […]
Let's count the Omer together! Join hosts Anna Giuliano and Katherine Tynan and the Disability and Chronic Illness Small Group for a weekly Omer counting and guided reflection. We will […]
Join us for music from our Davening Team, liturgy, and reflection from our rabbis. We are excited to announce that, by popular demand, seating for Neurodiverse adults will be making a return! For in-person, proof of full vaccination for those over the age of 5. Full vaccination means the full initial series plus booster shot […]
Build your community with other new parents of babies (12 months and under)! Led by Music Specialist Rachel Mylan, this four-part series is a chance to sing, schmooze, and share oys and joys with other families. We will offer yummy snacks, but feel to bring your own nut-free favorites. This is a support group sponsored […]
Make pizza, paintings, and new pals with other families of 4th graders! We'll have all the fixings you need to creative at our pita pizza station, and kids can make their own drink at our mocktail station — grownups can help themselves to the wine station. Canvases and paints will be provided for us to […]
Looking to make new friends in your neighborhood that you can also do Mensch Academy carpool with? Or friends for summer playdates when Mensch Academy is on break? Well, come on down to our April Mensch-y meet up, this time in the Ravenswood area. Hosted by the Cimala Family, we'll spend Sunday morning mixing, mingling, […]
If you're a parent of a teen and looking to build community, join us for this small group discussion and learning program made just for you. Led by Rabbi Deena, we will learn what Jewish tradition has to say about parenting adolescents while discussing the oys and joys of parenting through this life stage. This […]
This is a support group for caregivers of children ages 10 and over, who identify as neurodiverse or experience social-emotional, cognitive, or behavioral challenges. Facilitated by Jess Levine LCSW, we will create a space for caregivers to talk about the unique challenges and joys in raising differently wired kids. Resources and outside referrals can be […]
Sharpen your skills reading rabbinic texts with Rabbi Goldie Guy, Director of Hadar Chicago. We will explore how the rabbis reinterpret the famous verse "an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth" to create a system for compensating people for personal injury. Do we have a compelling source for this re-read? Do we […]
This FOUR session class will deep dive into the Book of Jeremiah, a favorite prophet, known for his love of complaining and other glass empty writings. Led by Rabbi Deena, we will study different Jewish sources from mysticism and Talmud. This in-person class costs $36 (half-off for Builders), covering all four sessions. Register
Join NIF, NewGen, and Mishkan Chicago for a special screening of Advocate, a 2019 documentary film directed by Rachel Leah Jones and Philippe Bellaiche. The film follows Jewish-Israeli lawyer, Lea Tsemel, as she defends Palestinians: from feminists to fundamentalists, from non-violent demonstrators to armed militants. As a lawyer who has represented political prisoners for five […]
This is a support group for caregivers of children ages 9 and under, who identify as neurodiverse or experience social-emotional, cognitive, or behavioral challenges. Facilitated by Sara Hood MA, we will create a space for caregivers to talk about the unique challenges and joys in raising differently wired kids. Resources and outside referrals can be […]
Calling all LGBTQ+ Mishkanites! Mishkan's Queer Small Group is hosting another Shabbat Potluck, and you're invited. This month, we will be hosted by Builders Dan Forbush and Max Beshers at their home in Andersonville. Condo is on the 3rd floor only accessible by 3 flights of stairs. Registration is closed.
The things you love about Mishkan in the morning: music, stretching, learning, and inspiration. This week, we celebrate the BMitzvah of Hunter Smith! We will also call folks up for a New Builder Aliyah and learn about Lag B'Omer, which is coming up on Monday. Services will be in-person and live-streamed over YouTube. Rise & […]
Stories, songs and celebrating Shabbat for 0-4 year olds and their grown ups! We will meet indoors at JCYS. For Shabbat and other programs, masks are optional. For people ages 6 months and up, full vaccination is expected and boosters are heavily encouraged. Public parking is available on the street.
A Shabbat morning service for kids and parents age 5-8, using a kid's siddur (prayer book) and getting comfortable with the music and words of a Mishkan style Shabbat morning, including stories and Torah conversations. Services will be held indoors at JCYS starting at 9:30 am, with Mah Tovu beginning at 11:00 am. Vaccinations required […]