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Or Chadash
Known in the social justice and personal equality arena, Temple Sholom of Chicago did it once again in 2016 by becoming the first Reform Synagogue in Chicago to integrate an LGBTQ-focused congregation into its general congregation. It’s been an incredible success! Or Chadash has dedicated events, programming and services as part of the Temple Sholom family. Each June, during PRIDE ... Read MoreReflecting on B’yachad, our Havdalah Family Learning Club Pilot
Based on a recommendation from Temple Sholom’s Strategic Planning initiative, we recently piloted a new family education model called “B’yachad: Family Learning Club” for a small group of families with 4- and 5-year-olds not yet enrolled in Religious School. B’yachad means “together” and this program was based around best practices from our Yom Horim (Parent’s Day) events, Shabbat Mishpacha and ... Read MoreV’Ahavta
We will rise and shine brightly for our time has come. Isaiah 60:1
We welcome you as you are; In every stage of your life.
We say to you “Hineynu – We are here when you need us.”
We challenge you to grow; to join our search for relevance and renewal in ancient wisdom.
We say to you “Awaken! So much to be discovered!”
We invite you to share our mission:
To be a source of healing in the world
To ask with us: “If not now, when? What is our sacred work?”
Thus we remember that we are a community that engages in Torah (sacred study), Avodah (spiritual exploration),
Tikkun Middot (personal growth) and Tikkun Olam (healing a broken world).
“Whether taking a class, enjoying a special musical event or feeling enriched after a thoughtful sermon, Temple Sholom is there for me in many ways.”Pamela Narins, Temple and committee member
