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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.
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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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Sat, February 15 2025
17 Sh'vat 5785
Upcoming Events
All Events
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Saturday ,
FebFebruary 15 , 2025Shabbat Minyan and Torah Study
Shabbat, Feb 15th 9:00a to 10:30a
Join us for Shabbat Minyan in person or via Zoom from 9:00-9:45 AM followed by Torah Study from 9:45-10:30 AM. -
Tuesday ,
FebFebruary 18 , 2025In Partnership with Anshe Emet: Jewish Law & Healthcare: Power of Attorney Workshop
Tuesday, Feb 18th 1:00p to 3:00p
Join Tamara Kushnir Groman, JD, from CJE SeniorLife, as she explores advance care planning through the lens of Jewish values. Attendees will have the opportunity to create a Power of Attorney for Healthcare and a Living Will. -
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FebFebruary 18 , 2025Pre- D.C. Participant Ice Cream Social
Tuesday, Feb 18th 7:00p to 8:15p
Temple Sholom teens who are going to L'Taken in D.C. on February 28th, please join us for an ice cream social at our very own Rabbi Antman's apartment! This is a great opportunity to get to know your peers and staff who will be joining you on this special trip. Please sign up now. -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 19 , 2025Wednesday Morning Study Group
Wednesday, Feb 19th 10:00a to 11:30a
Join clergy each week for a 90-minute study session exploring Reform Judaism, current events, history, prayer, and other topics. -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 19 , 2025Shakespeare Discussion, with Mitchell Brown
Wednesday, Feb 19th 6:30p to 8:00p
Class discusses Jewish ethics as well as biblical allusions are bound to play a part in any discussion. Newcomers are very welcome. -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 19 , 2025Senior Seminar with Rabbi Conover
Wednesday, Feb 19th 6:30p to 8:00p
This series, open to all Temple Sholom 12th graders, is a unique opportunity to dive into meaningful discussions and explore the intersections of faith, life, and learning. Our sessions begin with a communal dinner, fostering a sense of togetherness, emblematic of Temple Sholom's values of connection and lifelong learning. -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 19 , 2025Shalem Lunar New Year Tu BiShvat Celebration
Wednesday, Feb 19th 7:00p to 9:00p
The Lunar New Year in 2025 welcomes the Year of the Snake, according to the Chinese lunar calendar. Celebrated by millions around the world, this is a time for cultural traditions, family reunions, and hopes for good fortune in the coming year. In our Jewish community, we celebrate the rich diversity of Jews of Color who celebrate both the Lunar New Year and Jewish traditions. This year, the last day of the Lunar New Year festival falls on the eve of Tu BiShvat. Join the Shalem community for a festive dual celebration with plenty of delicious traditional treats! -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 19 , 2025WTS Presents: The Goddess of Warsaw Book Discussion
Wednesday, Feb 19th 7:00p to 8:15p
Join us for a discussion with Lisa Barr about her newest book The Goddess of Warsaw. Lisa is a New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author who has also written Woman on Fire (optioned for movie rights by Sharon Stone), The Unbreakables and Fugitive Colors. Lisa served as an editor for The Jerusalem Post, managing editor of Today’s Chicago Woman, and editor/reporter for the Chicago Sun-Times. Lisa will tell us about her career, researching and writing her newest book, and the increasing incidents of exclusion, antisemitism and anti-Israel bias in the book industry. We encourage you to read The Goddess of Warsaw before the event. (Support your local independent bookstore!) -
Friday ,
FebFebruary 21 , 2025Shabbat Service
Friday, Feb 21st 6:15p to 7:30p
Join the Temple Sholom community to welcome in Shabbat either online or in person at Temple Sholom. A pre-service reception will start at 5:45 PM and the service begins at 6:15 PM. -
Friday ,
FebFebruary 21 , 2025Makom Y2K Shabbat - In Partnership with JUF YLD's Shul Shuffle
Friday, Feb 21st 6:30p to 9:30p
Get ready to party like it's 1999! Join our 20s/30s community for another amazing Kabbalat Shabbat experience and dinner. This event is in partnership with JUF YLD's Shul Shuffle.
Sat, February 15 2025 17 Sh'vat 5785
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