Due to flooding at Second Unitarian, tonight’s service has been relocated to Mishkan HQ at 4001 N Ravenswood Ave. We hope to see you there for Friday Night Shabbat at 6:30 pm. Watch the livestream on Mishkan’s YouTube channel. Looking to help out? We’re in need of volunteer greeters to welcome people into Mishkan before […]
Ometz is a confidential peer support group for Jews seeking a self-directed path to manage or change addictive behaviors. Facilitated by longtime Mishkan community member Tim “Amichai” Graves, this non-12 Step gathering focuses on personal empowerment, self-management, and growth, drawing strength from Jewish values. If you are looking for community and healing, please join us […]
Light up the season with a low-key evening of joy, warmth, and fried goodness at Mishkan HQ. We’ll make Havdalah, spin dreidels and sing songs of the season while enjoying a full latke bar and sufganiyot (donuts). Bring your own menorah or hanukkiah and help us share the light! Register
Join us for a Hanukkah hang as we gather with other LGBTQ+ Jews and loved ones to light the hanukkiah. There will be a latke bar, snacks, refreshments, and plenty of time to schmooze. BYOM (bring your own menorah) if you’d like to help us light up the night! Register
Get ready for Hanukkah with a special Rise and Shine! We’ll sing Hanukkah songs, explore crafts and activities, and enjoy snacks and sufganiyot (donuts) together. This program is for kids ages 5 and under. Tickets are $36/family and half off for Builders. Register
Explore the themes of Hanukkah and investigate darkness and light, in a low-key, sensory sensitive space designed for all kinds of learners and feelers. Families are invited to drop in for as long as is fun for your family for games, songs, and hands-on activities. This clinician-supported program will have many educators in the room […]
How do we care for ourselves and our loved ones when facing loss? Join R’Steven and Catherine Durkin Robinson, an end-of-life doula and educator, to explore how we cope with a loved one’s illness, physical and mental changes, and eventual death. We will gather in a safe, supportive, and caring space with warm drinks and […]
Maximize the Shabbat vibes in our monthly music jam led by Music Director Matthew Ellenwood, vocal coach and performance trainer. If you love music, singing, or playing, this is a great chance to sing in community with music of the season. Learn Mishkan’s music and technical music skills while meeting new friends. All music and […]
Join us for a two-part workshop taught by Reverend Alvin Bibbs and Rabbi Lizzi that series that help will deepen our community's commitment to recognize and ease toxic polarization for the sake of making real world progress on the issues that divide us. Through interactive learning and real-world examples, participants will explore how faith-based communities […]
Ometz is a new, confidential peer support group for Jews seeking a self-directed path to manage or change addictive behaviors. Facilitated by longtime Mishkan community member Tim “Amichai” Graves, this non-12 Step gathering focuses on personal empowerment, self-management, and growth, drawing strength from Jewish values. If you are looking for community and healing, please join […]