Sunday, February 5, 2012 | 12th of Sh'vat, 5772

Social Action (Tikkun Olam)

Tikkun Olam, ‘repairing the world’ is a cornerstone of Reform Judaism and an integral part of the on-going activities at Temple Sholom. Our Social Action projects and activities are constantly expanding, and working on these mitzvot is a wonderful way to meet other Temple members.

Projects and activities include a monthly Feed the Hungry Program working shoulder-to-shoulder to pack bag lunches for the homeless of Chicago; High Holy Days Food Drives; clothing drives; visiting senior residences to sing and bring cheer; discussions and actions that impact social policy issues locally and nationally. This is a congregant-driven volunteer program and new participants are always welcome! See our calendar page for specific dates, times and sponsorship information.

Once a year, Temple Sholom’s Social Action committee organizes a Temple-wide “Mitzvah Day” known as Olam Ha Mitzvot. The 12th Annual Olam Ha Mitzvot will be on Sunday, April 25, 2010. More details will be available as the date approaches.