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
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 […]
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 […]
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. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and Thursdays are led by Rabbi Lizzi. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. 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 […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and Thursdays are led by Rabbi Lizzi. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
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. We’re celebrating Denis Hart and Zelda Mayer’s aufruf (yes, there will be lots of […]
Following outdoor Shabbat at North Center Town Square, join fellow Builders to celebrate summer and sunshine over dinner and drinks. We'll have a full-spread complete with fajitas, chips and guac, and tacos. Please note that this program is for Builders ages 21+ (margaritas and non-alcoholic drinks will be provided). Registration is $10/Builder. Registration has closed.
Gather with other LGBTQ+ folks and loved ones, young and old, and learn how to tie tzitzit in all colors of the rainbow. Rabbi Steven will lead this interactive, family-friendly workshop which includes a bagel lunch. Feel free to bring your own tallit or we'll provide keychain loops to practice tying our colorful threads. This […]
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
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and Thursdays are led by Rabbi Lizzi. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Co-sponsored by Mishkan: "ALTAR is excited to welcome a special community event inspired by Rosh Chodesh, the Jewish ritual honoring of the New Moon. We will come together to celebrate the summer solstice and welcome the energy of summertime based on the Hebrew calendar. Together in community, we will learn, storytell, sing, and spend time […]
This is a safe space for anyone over the age of 18 who has a Trans or Non-binary loved one and would like support. This group will be facilitated by Seth Torres. We will explore questions such as: how can I educate myself on Trans and Non-binary issues? How can I show up for the […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and Thursdays are led by Rabbi Lizzi. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
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 hot meals along with other community programs for Jews & non-Jews alike. We are so excited to be partnering with them and hope you'll join […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and Thursdays are led by Rabbi Lizzi. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and Thursdays are led by Rabbi Lizzi. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and Thursdays are led by Rabbi Lizzi. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
From our partners at Lawndale Christian Legal Center: "In honor of Juneteenth, LCLC is hosting our 2nd Annual Wake Up Justice Brunch at Gibson's Steakhouse! Please join us as the LCLC team discusses the facts around bail reform in Cook County as well as our current approach to support the end of cash bail. We […]
Tonight, Rabbi Lizzi will take us on a journey through Parashat Shelach Lecha's tale of self-doubting spies. How does our own self-perception limit what we can achieve? Join us for an extra inspirational service! Watch the livestream on Mishkan’s YouTube channel
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
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and Thursdays are led by Rabbi Lizzi. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
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. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and Thursdays are led by Rabbi Lizzi. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and Thursdays are led by Rabbi Lizzi. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and Thursdays are led by Rabbi Lizzi. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and Thursdays are led by Rabbi Lizzi. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Tonight will be a special Friday Night Shabbat all about Pride! This evening, our d'var will be given by Builder Ronan Goforth. Sweet treats will be provided by Schmaltz and Vinegar, and you can come a little early for a BYO Picnic beginning at 5:30 pm. There will be ASL interpretation at this service. This […]
As Jewish communities, we honor Pride Month by declaring loudly and proudly that LGBTQ+ people are not only welcome in our shuls and organizations, but that we are active members of our communities, living deeply Jewish and LGBTQ+ lives. Join Keshet, Mishkan Chicago, and local Jewish organizations as we march IN the Chicago Pride Parade. […]
As Jewish communities, we honor Pride Month by declaring loudly and proudly that LGBTQ+ people are not only welcome in our shuls and organizations, but that we are active members of our communities, living deeply Jewish and LGBTQ+ lives. Join Keshet and local Jewish organizations for a Pre-Pride Parade Bagel Brunch for Youth before we […]
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
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and Thursdays are led by Rabbi Lizzi. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Co-sponsored with Temple Sholom: "Join us for a Havdalah ritual (it's kosher to do Havdalah up until Tuesday night!) to stand up against hate towards our transgender and non-binary siblings. Together we will: Create a unique and meaningful Havdalah ritual, incorporating poetry and storytelling; learn from representatives from Keshet about current anti-LGBTQ+ legislative attacks and […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and Thursdays are led by Rabbi Lizzi. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and Thursdays are led by Rabbi Lizzi. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and Thursdays are led by Rabbi Lizzi. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. 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 […]
Start your day with a spiritual check-in! Morning Minyan is a virtual minyan held every weekday morning. Mondays are led by Rachel Goldberg, Rabbi Steven leads Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and Thursdays are led by Rabbi Lizzi. You can also listen to our Thursday sessions on the Contact Chai podcast. Register