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In This Place Together: A Palestinian’s Journey to Collective Liberation – A Virtual Book and Discussion Group with Rabbi Lizzi

On the heels of our last Israel-Palestine book group (Can We Talk About Israel by Daniel Sokatch), we are diving into the biography of Sulaiman Khatib, who is a co-founder of the non-violent Israeli-and Palestinian-led organization Combatants for Peace. His biography, In This Place Together: A Palestinian’s Journey To Collective Liberation, co-written by him and […]

Curious About Conversion

Are you curious about conversion? What is the process like? How long does converting to Judaism take? What questions could you be asking yourself when deciding whether or not to convert? Co-led by Rabbi Steven and Cantor Liz Berke from Anshe Emet, they will share what it is like to convert in their two different […]

Examining the Esh Kodesh: Jewish Resilience through Text

Mishkan Chicago HQ 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101, Chicago, IL

This five session class will deep dive into Rabbi Shapira's "Esh Kodesh," a compilation of weekly sermons he authored while interred in the Warsaw Ghetto, and later discovered buried in a large milk canister post-WWII. We will begin with bagels and coffee, followed by our text learning beginning at 11 am. The series is $36 […]

Small Groups: 20 Somethings Shabbat

1300 W Eddy, Apt 2 1300 W Eddy, Apt 2, Chicago, IL, United States

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 Mishkanites Abby Kuchnir and Jacob […]

Saturday Morning Shabbat

JCYS 2112 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

The things you love about Mishkan in the morning: music, stretching, learning, and inspiration. Today we will celebrate the BMitzvah of Judah T! Service will be in-person and 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 […]

Rise & Shine

JCYS 2112 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Stories, songs and celebrating Shabbat for 0-4 year olds and their grown ups! We’ll begin with kiddush snacks and move into the Shabbat service at 10:45 am. 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 […]

Change Makers in Israel Standing Together

Second Unitarian Church 656 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL

Join us to hear firsthand about Standing Together, the grassroots movement mobilizing Jews and Palestinians from all over Israel in pursuit of peace, equality, social and climate justice. Panelists and organizers Sally Abed and Alon-Lee Green will share their experiences from the ground as well as Standing Together's vision for creating a true partnership based […]

Mensch Havdalah

Come together with other Mensch families for a virtual showcase and Havdalah celebration, led by Rabbi Lizzi and Aviva Stein. Our Mensch students have been working hard and learning all […]

Small Groups: Rosh Chodesh Circle 2

Rosh Chodesh circle is a restorative and regenerative space for women* to reflect, connect, and learn. Drawing upon the beautiful curriculum from At The Well, this circle will be entirely community-led and follow a rotating leader model. Join Builder Morgan Vance for this session where you’ll explore the themes and metaphors for the month of […]

FaithFULL Easter/Passover

Co-led by Rabbi Steven in partnership with 18 Doors: 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? Grab your partner and come explore the theological differences between Passover and Easter […]