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SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-10-19/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261019T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261019T190000
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SUMMARY:Small Groups: Studying Family Relationships in Six Stories of Genesis
DESCRIPTION:The Book of Bereshit (Genesis) portrays our founding mothers and fathers as imperfect people grappling with raw emotions—love\, fear\, greed\, jealousy\, rejection\, sorrow— all unfolding within a Divine covenant that intensifies the drama. Modern scholars tell us these ancient tales were compiled after the exile to Babylon\, incorporating many folk traditions. Over the millennia\, Jews have learned that unpacking the interactions of our spiritual progenitors can help us reflect on the complexity of relationships with one another\, with our tribe of birth/choice\, and within ourselves. Join Builders Ted and Wendy Besmann weekly for virtual discussions (or just come when you can!) as they explore six of these stories that we will read in the upcoming parshiyot. We’ll end the series with Rabbi Julie offering a rabbinic perspective! \nRegister \nIsaac and Rebecca: The middle patriarch Isaac has a remarkably passive role in his own life story; by contrast\, his wife Rebecca is a wily strategic thinker who demands answers from God and elevates her clever son Jacob over his older\, physically stronger brother Esau. What might the story tell us about the traits that we value most as a people? How have these traits affected us as a people and as individuals within our birth and found families? \nJacob and Esau: The story of an elder brother’s hunger results in an impulsive decision to trade his birthright for lentil stew\, in stark contrast with a younger brother’s cool calculation in withholding food until he’s promised something of greater value. What does this story tell us about how our tradition views acting from the heart instead of the head? What might it teach us about unintended consequences? \nJacob and Laban: The transactional relationship between Jacob and his unscrupulous great-uncle Laban is a study in how a powerless young stranger doesn’t get mad\, he gets even—ending up a wealthy man with two wives. How does this compare and contrast with our tribe’s experience through the centuries? \nRachel and Leah: Two sisters vie for the same man because status comes through motherhood. Leah bears many children but is unloved; Rachel wins love but dies in childbirth. Why do people relegated to a lower rung of society choose to cooperate or compete? What makes the difference? \nJoseph and his brothers: In a story that echoes Babylonian and Persian traditions\, naive hubris falls prey to jealous trickery\, and a powerless young man must gain wisdom through privation as he scrabbles his way to success. What makes a rags-to-riches story so compelling? Is Joseph an opportunist or a hero? \nJoseph and Judah: Joseph\, alienated from his people\, makes the painful journey toward reconciliation with those who hurt him\, while his older brother Judah repents his complicity and offers a selfless sacrifice to save a younger brother. Are there similarities/differences between this younger/elder story and that of Jacob and Esau? How has reconciliation\, forgiveness\, and reparation affected us as a people?
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/small-groups-studying-family-relationships-in-six-stories-of-genesis-10-19-26/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Home,Small Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T083000
DTSTAMP:20260122T171039Z
CREATED:20250917T163544Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T203000
DTSTAMP:20260819T152824Z
CREATED:20260819T152824Z
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SUMMARY:Small Groups: Letters for Democracy
DESCRIPTION:And just like that…. the midterms are less than 3 months away. There’s work to be done! Come write postcards to swing state voters with Builder Debbie Lessin and help turn out the vote for key elections. Debbie is hosting for windows\, so if you need to come late or leave early that’s ok\, just come be a part of the effort! We’ve got plenty of sessions\, so come to one\, or come to all! \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/small-groups-letters-for-democracy-10-20-26/
LOCATION:Builder Home in Bucktown\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Justice,Small Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T210000
DTSTAMP:20260930T145532Z
CREATED:20260930T145532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T145532Z
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SUMMARY:Shakespeare and the Hebrew Bible
DESCRIPTION:Calling all poets\, writers\, word nerds\, and former theater kids! Miss your high school English class? Love Shakespeare? Ever wondered where that guy pulled his biggest themes from? Join Rabbi Julie for a text study series that dives deep into the surprising and sometimes funny parallels between the world’s greatest plays and the stories of the Hebrew Bible.  \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/shakespeare-and-the-hebrew-bible-10-20-26/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T083000
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SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T203000
DTSTAMP:20260930T201742Z
CREATED:20260930T143942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T201742Z
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SUMMARY:How to Talk to Loved Ones: About the Midterms\, at Thanksgiving\, and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Join Michael Palmer and Rabbi Steven for a workshop that offers communication skill-building for difficult conversations and a framework for vibrant dialogue across diverse viewpoints\, backgrounds\, and generations. Using the approach provided by Resetting the Table\, we’ll focus on issues that are front of mind for American Jews as we approach the Midterm elections. Participants exchange views and personal experiences\, surface differences and commonalities\, and practice skills for addressing differences honestly and constructively. \nPizza will be provided at 5:30 PM with the workshop starting at 6:00 PM. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/midterms-resetting-the-table-10-21-2026/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Home,Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T210000
DTSTAMP:20260127T154705Z
CREATED:20260121T185517Z
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SUMMARY:Anti-Racism Book Club
DESCRIPTION:External change starts from within. Join a group of people doing the work of anti-racism by fostering personal growth and an awareness of unconscious bias. Meets virtually every other week\, discussing anti-racist non fiction books\, novels\, short stories\, as well as viewing films\, plays\, and tv shows. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/anti-racism-book-club-2-5-2/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Justice,Small Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T083000
DTSTAMP:20260122T171039Z
CREATED:20250917T163544Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-10-22/
LOCATION:IL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T083000
DTSTAMP:20260122T171039Z
CREATED:20250917T163544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T171039Z
UID:10019002-1792742400-1792744200@www.mishkanchicago.org
SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-10-23/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T111500
DTSTAMP:20260930T151242Z
CREATED:20260930T151242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T151242Z
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SUMMARY:Spiritual Technology for a Broken World
DESCRIPTION:How do we respond to a broken world? The early rabbis formed our tradition during a time when it felt like everything was falling apart. Recognizing that we can’t always fix things\, they developed spiritual technology to help us navigate disaster\, show up for one another\, and build the kinds of communities that can help us through whatever comes next. Join Rabbi Steven for a 4-part series about these ancient tools – and how we can apply them to our lives today. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/spiritual-technology-for-a-broken-world-10-23-26/
LOCATION:Sketchpad\, 4411 N Ravenswood\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T193000
DTSTAMP:20260811T204726Z
CREATED:20260811T204606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T204726Z
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SUMMARY:Friday Night Virtual Conversation & Candle Lighting
DESCRIPTION:Bring in Shabbat with Rabbi Steven — all from the comfort of your own home! Blessings\, Torah study\, group discussion topics\, and special guests will differ from week to week\, but you can count on this virtual gathering for connection and a nourishing start to Shabbat.\n\nRegister for the Zoom link\n\nComing for the first time? Let us know who you are so we can give you a special hello and introduce you to other Mishkanites. \n\n\n\n****
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/friday-night-virtual-conversation-candle-lighting-10-23-26/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T094500
DTSTAMP:20260519T202727Z
CREATED:20251204T202358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T202727Z
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SUMMARY:Shabbat Morning Mishnah Study (Fall 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Are you someone who loves studying rabbinic texts? Or perhaps you are thinking about exploring them for the first time? Join Rabbi Steven before services on Shabbat mornings (there will be coffee!) to dive into the world of the rabbis. We will begin with Pirkei Avot\, a compilation of rabbinic wisdom from the 1st and 2nd centuries CE. Texts will be in Hebrew and English. \nThis program is drop-in and will meet from 8:45 – 9:45 AM before the following Saturday Morning Shabbat Services: 10/10\, 10/24\, 11/7\, 11/21\, 12/5\, 12/19 \nIf you plan on attending any of these sessions we ask that you register here. You only need to register once! We will send an email reminding you of upcoming sessions.
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/shabbat-morning-mishnah-study-fall-2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Home,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T123000
DTSTAMP:20261002T125114Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Unplugged
DESCRIPTION:The things you love about Mishkan in the morning: music\, stretching\, learning\, and inspiration. We’ll be recognizing and celebrating new builders at this service! \nProgramming\n\nSaturday Morning Mishnah Study at 8:45 am: Our study session with Rabbi Steven diving into Pirkei Avot returns\nRise & Shine at 10:00 am: Stories and songs for kids ages 0-4\, with guest instructor Esther Fishbein!\nMah Tovu: Art at 11:00 am: Artistic projects and a children’s service for grades K-5. Registration required\n\n  \nThere will not be ASL provided for this service. \nWatch the livestream on the Mishkan YouTube channel. \nComing for the first time? Let us know who you are so we can give you a special hello and introduce you to other Mishkanites. \nLooking to help out? We’re in need of volunteer greeters to welcome people into Mishkan before services. You can sign up here or email Michael at michael@mishkanchicago.org for more information
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/saturday-morning-unplugged-10-24-2026/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T104500
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SUMMARY:Rise and Shine
DESCRIPTION:Stories\, songs and celebrating Shabbat for 0-4 year olds and their grown ups! We will meet for services at 9:30 AM and Rise & Shine will begin at 10:00 AM.
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/rise-and-shine-10-24-2026/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Families,Featured Home,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T114500
DTSTAMP:20260803T190229Z
CREATED:20260730T203854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T190229Z
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SUMMARY:Mah Tovu: Art (Fall/Winter 2026 - 2027)
DESCRIPTION:Our K–5 family Shabbat morning learning series is back! Join Rachel Mylan for Mah Tovu\, where each session includes a short learners’ service and theater\, art\, film and photography projects inspired by the weekly Torah portion. This series runs from October – February. Parents/caregivers attend with their children. Registration required. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/mah-tovu-fall-winter-10-24-2026/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Families,Mensch Academy,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260930T162812Z
CREATED:20260930T162812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T162812Z
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SUMMARY:Mensch Cafe: Mahjong!
DESCRIPTION:Hey Mensch parents (and anyone else who’d like to drop by)! Join Builder Andi Friedman for a casual Mahjong game\, no experience necessary- but if you have a set and/or a card please bring it! \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/mensch-cafe-mahjong-10-25-26/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T203000
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CREATED:20260929T182840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T211506Z
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SUMMARY:Small Groups: Divorce Support
DESCRIPTION:Led by Builder Vered Hankin\, this intimate and confidential gathering is for people who are getting divorced or have gone through divorce\, to connect with each other\, create a network of support\, and change the conversation together. \nThis program is sponsored by Maggie’s Place\, Mishkan’s holistic wellness center which provides support groups\, resources\, and pastoral counseling free of charge. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/small-groups-divorce-support-10-18-26/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Maggie's Place,Small Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T083000
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CREATED:20250917T163544Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-10-26/
LOCATION:IL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T190000
DTSTAMP:20260325T185544Z
CREATED:20260325T185544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T185544Z
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SUMMARY:Disability & Chronic Illness Support Group
DESCRIPTION:In this clinician led support group for adults (18+) experiencing disability or chronic illness can find a safe and supportive space to discuss their struggles and successes with like-minded peers who understand. This program is sponsored by Maggie’s Place. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/disability-chronic-illness-support-group-10-26-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Maggie's Place
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T190000
DTSTAMP:20260924T161509Z
CREATED:20260923T183532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T161509Z
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SUMMARY:Small Groups: Studying Family Relationships in Six Stories of Genesis
DESCRIPTION:The Book of Bereshit (Genesis) portrays our founding mothers and fathers as imperfect people grappling with raw emotions—love\, fear\, greed\, jealousy\, rejection\, sorrow— all unfolding within a Divine covenant that intensifies the drama. Modern scholars tell us these ancient tales were compiled after the exile to Babylon\, incorporating many folk traditions. Over the millennia\, Jews have learned that unpacking the interactions of our spiritual progenitors can help us reflect on the complexity of relationships with one another\, with our tribe of birth/choice\, and within ourselves. Join Builders Ted and Wendy Besmann weekly for virtual discussions (or just come when you can!) as they explore six of these stories that we will read in the upcoming parshiyot. We’ll end the series with Rabbi Julie offering a rabbinic perspective! \nRegister \nIsaac and Rebecca: The middle patriarch Isaac has a remarkably passive role in his own life story; by contrast\, his wife Rebecca is a wily strategic thinker who demands answers from God and elevates her clever son Jacob over his older\, physically stronger brother Esau. What might the story tell us about the traits that we value most as a people? How have these traits affected us as a people and as individuals within our birth and found families? \nJacob and Esau: The story of an elder brother’s hunger results in an impulsive decision to trade his birthright for lentil stew\, in stark contrast with a younger brother’s cool calculation in withholding food until he’s promised something of greater value. What does this story tell us about how our tradition views acting from the heart instead of the head? What might it teach us about unintended consequences? \nJacob and Laban: The transactional relationship between Jacob and his unscrupulous great-uncle Laban is a study in how a powerless young stranger doesn’t get mad\, he gets even—ending up a wealthy man with two wives. How does this compare and contrast with our tribe’s experience through the centuries? \nRachel and Leah: Two sisters vie for the same man because status comes through motherhood. Leah bears many children but is unloved; Rachel wins love but dies in childbirth. Why do people relegated to a lower rung of society choose to cooperate or compete? What makes the difference? \nJoseph and his brothers: In a story that echoes Babylonian and Persian traditions\, naive hubris falls prey to jealous trickery\, and a powerless young man must gain wisdom through privation as he scrabbles his way to success. What makes a rags-to-riches story so compelling? Is Joseph an opportunist or a hero? \nJoseph and Judah: Joseph\, alienated from his people\, makes the painful journey toward reconciliation with those who hurt him\, while his older brother Judah repents his complicity and offers a selfless sacrifice to save a younger brother. Are there similarities/differences between this younger/elder story and that of Jacob and Esau? How has reconciliation\, forgiveness\, and reparation affected us as a people?
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/small-groups-studying-family-relationships-in-six-stories-of-genesis-10-26-26/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Home,Small Groups
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SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-10-27/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T210000
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SUMMARY:Shakespeare and the Hebrew Bible
DESCRIPTION:Calling all poets\, writers\, word nerds\, and former theater kids! Miss your high school English class? Love Shakespeare? Ever wondered where that guy pulled his biggest themes from? Join Rabbi Julie for a text study series that dives deep into the surprising and sometimes funny parallels between the world’s greatest plays and the stories of the Hebrew Bible.  \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/shakespeare-and-the-hebrew-bible-10-27-26/
LOCATION:Mishkan Chicago HQ\, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Home
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T083000
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SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:IL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T083000
DTSTAMP:20260122T171039Z
CREATED:20250917T163544Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-10-29/
LOCATION:IL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T083000
DTSTAMP:20260122T171039Z
CREATED:20250917T163544Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-10-30/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T111500
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CREATED:20260930T151325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T151325Z
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SUMMARY:Spiritual Technology for a Broken World
DESCRIPTION:How do we respond to a broken world? The early rabbis formed our tradition during a time when it felt like everything was falling apart. Recognizing that we can’t always fix things\, they developed spiritual technology to help us navigate disaster\, show up for one another\, and build the kinds of communities that can help us through whatever comes next. Join Rabbi Steven for a 4-part series about these ancient tools – and how we can apply them to our lives today. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/spiritual-technology-for-a-broken-world-10-30-26/
LOCATION:Sketchpad\, 4411 N Ravenswood\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Home
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T203000
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CREATED:20251205T202337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T125429Z
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SUMMARY:Friday Night Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for music from our Davening Team\, uplifting 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. \nJoin us for Shaboot Happy Hour! Enjoy a seasonal drink and nibbles in the loft before we head down for services. \nThe Sarnoff Center for Jewish Genetics will be tabling at this service – drop by to learn more about screening services and other resources they offer. \nWatch the livestream on Mishkan’s YouTube channel. \nComing for the first time? Let us know who you are so we can give you a special hello and introduce you to other Mishkanites. \nLooking to help out? We’re in need of volunteer greeters to welcome people into Mishkan before services. You can sign up here or email Michael at michael@mishkanchicago.org for more information!
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/friday-night-shabbat-10-30-2026/
LOCATION:Second Unitarian Church\, 656 W Barry Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657
CATEGORIES:Featured Home,Shabbat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T083000
DTSTAMP:20260122T171039Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Minyan
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Mondays and Fridays are lay-led\, Rabbi Steven leads us on Tuesdays\, Rabbi Lizzi leads an especially musical minyan on Wednesdays\, and Rabbi Steven leads us in Torah Study on Thursdays. You can also listen to our Wednesday minyan on the Contact Chai podcast. \nRegister
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/morning-minyan-revised-schedule-6-3/2026-11-02/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T190000
DTSTAMP:20260924T161522Z
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SUMMARY:Small Groups: Studying Family Relationships in Six Stories of Genesis
DESCRIPTION:The Book of Bereshit (Genesis) portrays our founding mothers and fathers as imperfect people grappling with raw emotions—love\, fear\, greed\, jealousy\, rejection\, sorrow— all unfolding within a Divine covenant that intensifies the drama. Modern scholars tell us these ancient tales were compiled after the exile to Babylon\, incorporating many folk traditions. Over the millennia\, Jews have learned that unpacking the interactions of our spiritual progenitors can help us reflect on the complexity of relationships with one another\, with our tribe of birth/choice\, and within ourselves. Join Builders Ted and Wendy Besmann weekly for virtual discussions (or just come when you can!) as they explore six of these stories that we will read in the upcoming parshiyot. We’ll end the series with Rabbi Julie offering a rabbinic perspective! \nRegister \nIsaac and Rebecca: The middle patriarch Isaac has a remarkably passive role in his own life story; by contrast\, his wife Rebecca is a wily strategic thinker who demands answers from God and elevates her clever son Jacob over his older\, physically stronger brother Esau. What might the story tell us about the traits that we value most as a people? How have these traits affected us as a people and as individuals within our birth and found families? \nJacob and Esau: The story of an elder brother’s hunger results in an impulsive decision to trade his birthright for lentil stew\, in stark contrast with a younger brother’s cool calculation in withholding food until he’s promised something of greater value. What does this story tell us about how our tradition views acting from the heart instead of the head? What might it teach us about unintended consequences? \nJacob and Laban: The transactional relationship between Jacob and his unscrupulous great-uncle Laban is a study in how a powerless young stranger doesn’t get mad\, he gets even—ending up a wealthy man with two wives. How does this compare and contrast with our tribe’s experience through the centuries? \nRachel and Leah: Two sisters vie for the same man because status comes through motherhood. Leah bears many children but is unloved; Rachel wins love but dies in childbirth. Why do people relegated to a lower rung of society choose to cooperate or compete? What makes the difference? \nJoseph and his brothers: In a story that echoes Babylonian and Persian traditions\, naive hubris falls prey to jealous trickery\, and a powerless young man must gain wisdom through privation as he scrabbles his way to success. What makes a rags-to-riches story so compelling? Is Joseph an opportunist or a hero? \nJoseph and Judah: Joseph\, alienated from his people\, makes the painful journey toward reconciliation with those who hurt him\, while his older brother Judah repents his complicity and offers a selfless sacrifice to save a younger brother. Are there similarities/differences between this younger/elder story and that of Jacob and Esau? How has reconciliation\, forgiveness\, and reparation affected us as a people?
URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/small-groups-studying-family-relationships-in-six-stories-of-genesis-11-02-26/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Featured Home,Small Groups
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