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Welcome to Temple Sholom of Chicago
A Sacred Community That Embraces, Inspires, and Matters.
EMBRACE
Join us exactly as you are; physically, spiritually, intellectually and emotionally. We recognize the unique worth of each individual in our collective whole.
INSPIRE
By creating relevant Jewish moments using ancient Jewish wisdom, we practice "Torah learning” and “Torah living” to fill our hearts, homes, and workplaces with greater purpose.
MATTER
We grapple with society’s pressing issues, modeling civility in the way we listen across lines of difference as we take stands with moral clarity.
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Shabbat Service
Join us every Friday at 6:15 PM on Facebook, Zoom, or at Temple for a mixed-presence (in-person & online) Shabbat service where we join together with inspiring sermons from our clergy and songs from our talented cantor and musicians. Learn more about our special services dedicated to the community.
Calendar
We offer a wide array of events that will help you connect with, and become inspired by, the community. Everything from guest speakers such as Dr. Jane Goodall to monthly movie nights. Visit our upcoming events page for events listed by department or visit our monthly calendar for an overview.
Join Our Community
For over 150 years, Temple Sholom has sought to fulfill its mission to embrace, inspire, and matter. Membership is one of the vital ways that we strengthen the bonds of our congregational community and sustain Temple Sholom for the present generation, as well as those that will follow.
Our congregational community is deeply rooted in Torah, ritual, and Jewish values, and we continue to grow as a Reform synagogue bringing warmth and light to our ancient traditions.
Our clergy, staff, and community look forward to celebrating simchas with you, supporting you in times of need, marking the cycle of the Jewish calendar together, and learning with you and from you.
Wherever you are on your Jewish journey or whoever you may be, we hope you will join us.
A Message From Rabbi Conover
Welcome to Temple Sholom of Chicago. For 155 years, we have been a sacred community that embraces, inspires and matters. In 1867, a few Jewish pioneers forged a new path on the north side of Chicago, supporting one another through the effects of the Civil War and later the Chicago Fire.
At this moment in Temple Sholom’s rich history, we are called to clarify who we are and how we will allow Divine inspiration—a sense of spirituality and sacred responsibility—to rest at the center of our community. READ MORE
Discover Temple Sholom
To discover the amazing stories, highlights, and upcoming events that make Temple Sholom such a diverse and vibrant community, see our latest Sholom Chicago Magazine.
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Upcoming Events
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NovNovember 20 , 2024Zokherim: We Remember - A Trans Day of Remembrance Communal Gathering
Wednesday, Nov 20th 6:30p to 8:30p
In collaboration with Base Chicago, SketchPad, Mishkan Chicago, Makom Shalom Mitziut, Keshet, and JUF YLD Pride, join us for Zokherim: We Remember - A Trans Day of Remembrance Communal Gathering. Featuring representatives from each organization sharing a prayer, song, poem, or remembrance, the service will include an opening and closing prayer, the 23rd psalm, a Rose Remembrance Service, El Ma-lei Rachamim, and a reading of names for Kaddish and Mourner’s Kaddish. -
Wednesday ,
NovNovember 20 , 2024Shakespeare Discussion, with Mitchell Brown
Wednesday, Nov 20th 6:30p to 8:00p
Currently, the class is engaged in discussing the play, Richard III. On December 28 the class will start discussing The Taming of the Shrew. Class discusses Jewish ethics as well as biblical allusions are bound to play a part in any discussion. Newcomers are very welcome. -
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NovNovember 20 , 2024It Takes Two to Torah with Abigail Pogrebin and Rabbi Dov Linzer in Conversation with Rabbi Conover
Wednesday, Nov 20th 7:00p to 8:30p
This conversation is a model of how people of divergent religious views can learn from each other, as well as help each other out when an individual’s position is faltering or reaching a dead end. The growth of friendship and mutual respect as they go through the Torah is a subtext that is heartwarming. The tone inspires all of us to find ways to speak ideologically and grow spiritually in interacting with others and with the Torah text. These transcripts are living proof of the Rabbis’ teaching that when a parent and a child (or a teacher and a student) (or a friend and a peer) struggle to understand the Torah, they will not depart without becoming loving toward each other. -
Thursday ,
NovNovember 21 , 2024Peaceful Grandparent Fall Cohort
Thursday, Nov 21st 9:30a to 10:45a
The Orot Peaceful Family initiative has adapted its renowned Peaceful Parent Project® program to cater specifically to grandparents, introducing specialized texts and topics that resonate with the unique experience of being a grandparent. The program fosters empathy, compassion, and love, redefining grandparenting as a sacred journey. -
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NovNovember 22 , 2024Shabbat Service featuring Rabbi Antman's Installation
Friday, Nov 22nd 6:15p to 7:30p
Join us for Shabbat as we celebrate Rabbi Antman's installation as our Assistant Rabbi! Welcome in Shabbat either in person or online. -
Saturday ,
NovNovember 23 , 2024Shabbat Minyan and Torah Study
Shabbat, Nov 23rd 9:00a to 10:30a
Join for Shabbat Minyan in person or via Zoom from 9:00-9:45 AM followed by Torah Study for 9:45-10:30 AM. -
Saturday ,
NovNovember 23 , 2024JK Chavurah Zoolights
Shabbat, Nov 23rd 5:00p to 6:30p
Junior Kindergarten and families! Join together at the Lincoln Park Zoo with Rabbi Gellman and Noa for Havdallah, schmoozing, and Zoolights! -
Sunday ,
NovNovember 24 , 2024Adult Ed Short Stories with Cliff Scott-Rudnick
Sunday, Nov 24th 1:00p to 2:00p
Join Cliff Scott-Rudnick and other adult learners to dive into various short story collections. -
Monday ,
NovNovember 25 , 2024Monday Meal Mitzvah
Monday, Nov 25th 3:30p to 6:45p
The Monday Meal Mitzvah is back in person! Volunteer to prepare and/or serve a warm meal to those in need. This is a great opportunity for anyone 12 years of age and older, who are looking for a meaningful volunteer experience. This is a long standing Temple Sholom/Sholom Justice program, and we are excited to be back. If you are in need of a meal, the Lake Shore Drive doors open at 5:15pm and we suggest you arrive by 4:45pm. -
Monday ,
NovNovember 25 , 2024Introduction to Judaism
Monday, Nov 25th 6:45p to 8:45p
Introduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session course for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of Jewish life. Discover what could be meaningful to you in liberal Judaism.
Wed, November 20 2024 19 Cheshvan 5785
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