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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
All Events
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Tuesday ,
OctOctober 22 , 2024Queer Happy Hour in the Sukkah
Tuesday, Oct 22nd 6:00p to 8:00p
Join for a LGBTQ+ hang in the outdoor sukkah at Base Andersonville, in partnership with Repair the World, Keshet, Mishkan, and Base Chicago! -
Wednesday ,
OctOctober 23 , 2024Wednesday Morning Study Group
Wednesday, Oct 23rd 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 ,
OctOctober 23 , 2024Simchat Torah Congregational Celebration
Wednesday, Oct 23rd 5:45p to 8:00p
Join us as we celebrate Simchat Torah, marking both the culmination of our Torah reading and a fresh beginning, while consecrating our community's commitment to continued learning and unity. -
Wednesday ,
OctOctober 23 , 2024Shakespeare Discussion, with Mitchell Brown
Wednesday, Oct 23rd 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. -
Thursday ,
OctOctober 24 , 2024Simchat Torah Festival Service with Yizkor, with Emanuel
Thursday, Oct 24th 10:30a to 12:00p
Join us in person at Temple Sholom with Emanuel Congregation as we celebrate Simchat Torah, marking both the culmination of our Torah reading and a fresh beginning, while consecrating our community's commitment to continued learning and unity. -
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OctOctober 25 , 2024Shabbat Service
Friday, Oct 25th 6:15p to 7:30p
Join the Temple Sholom community to welcome in Shabbat either online or in person at Temple Sholom. -
Saturday ,
OctOctober 26 , 2024Shabbat Minyan and Torah Study
Shabbat, Oct 26th 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 ,
OctOctober 26 , 2024Mindful Jewish Aging
Shabbat, Oct 26th 2:00p to 3:00p
Gather with the Temple Sholom community to explore the spiritual gifts of life after 50. Led by Cantor Katzman, Debra Paskind, and Andy Simmons, the group meets on a monthly basis to study, schmooze, eat, sing, and investigate this rewarding period of our lives. We use ancient and modern texts, poetry, art, and music as our guides. -
Sunday ,
OctOctober 27 , 2024Sunday Scholar Series: Rabbi Shoshanah Conover: What Happens After Death?
Sunday, Oct 27th 9:30a to 10:30a
Join Rabbi Conover as she explores Jewish views on what happens after death, including concepts like Olam HaBah (the World to Come), resurrection, and the role of memory in mourning. The session will provide insights into how different Jewish thinkers, from biblical times to modern-day scholars, have grappled with the concept of life after death. Participants will reflect on personal beliefs and engage in a meaningful dialogue on how these ideas shape our approach to life and loss. -
Sunday ,
OctOctober 27 , 2024JK-2nd Grade Junior Congregation and Consecration
Sunday, Oct 27th 11:15a to 12:00p
JK-2nd grade new student families are invited to celebrate the start of your children’s Jewish education with a sweet Consecration ceremony during our Junior Congregation service with our clergy in the sanctuary.
Tue, October 22 2024 20 Tishrei 5785