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Event Series Blueprint: Building a Jewish Life

Blueprint: Building a Jewish Life

BluePrint is a back-to-basics learning program for those who want to explore the foundations of Judaism in an approachable and accessible way, divided into four modules of four courses each. Interested in exploring what we believe, how we pray, and why we observe the holidays? Join us for our second module, as we learn about […]

Converting to Judaism? Everything You Need to Get Started

Join 18Doors and Rabbi Steven Philp to learn all the things you might want to know as you’re getting started exploring conversion to Judaism. We’ll cover some basics like how to choose which movement to convert with, finding a rabbi to work with, and we’ll answer questions like what’s a beit din and what’s a […]

On the Ground: Conversation with Standing Together

In partnership with the New Israel Fund (NIF), join us for a virtual conversation with Standing Together co-directors Rula Daood and Alon-Lee Green. Alon-Lee and Rula Daood are dedicated peace activists at the forefront of a grassroots movement uniting Israelis and Palestinians in pursuit of peace, equality, and social justice, including climate justice. Hear directly […]

Progressive Chevra Kadisha — Tahara Training

Chicago Jewish Funerals (Skokie Chapel) 8851 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL, United States

One of our most important mourning rituals happens immediately after death, when a group of individuals called a chevra kadisha (sacred society) prepares the body for burial in a process called taharah. You can learn more about some of these practices here. Read Rabbi Steven’s reflection about this beautiful and incredibly humbling experience, a celebration […]

Event Series Blueprint: Building a Jewish Life

Blueprint: Building a Jewish Life

BluePrint is a back-to-basics learning program for those who want to explore the foundations of Judaism in an approachable and accessible way, divided into four modules of four courses each. Interested in exploring what we believe, how we pray, and why we observe the holidays? Join us for our second module, as we learn about […]