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Who is Wise? One Who Learns From Every Person: Israel Speaker Series at Temple Sholom

Join us for a speaker and discussion series where we will learn about and process some of the most pressing topics and questions involving Israel today. At Temple Sholom, we believe the art of understanding and communication can be an essential tool in combating the increasing polarization of this country and our communities. By choosing to center our shared humanity, rather than what divides us, we commit to building a better and stronger future.

SundaySun, 23 FebFebruary, 2025

 
 
A Deep Dive into Israel’s Political Reality, a Conversation between Rabbi Conover, Rabbi Noa Sattath, and Yossi Klein Halevi

Sunday, Feb 23rd 1:00p to 3:00pThis event is a part of our Israel-Speaker Series for 5785. Rabbi Noa Sattath and Yossi Klein Halevi, in conversation with Rabbi Conover, will discuss the current state of Israeli Extremism and how to understand the political realities in the state. This will be followed by discussion groups facilitated by clergy and staff.

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WednesdayWed, 26 FebFebruary, 2025

 
 
This American Jewish Life: An Israel Storytelling Experience

Wednesday, Feb 26th 7:00p to 9:00pAt Temple Sholom, we believe the art of narrative can be an essential tool in combating the increasing polarization of this country and our communities. By choosing to center our shared humanity, rather than what divides us, we commit to building a better and stronger future. With this mission in mind and with the help of Resetting the Table, an organization dedicated to helping to bridge divides, we are excited to bring you a special evening of stories and community in a Moth-inspired storytelling experience. This event will spotlight community members performing personal stories reflecting diverse perspectives and experiences surrounding Israel, including moments of inspiration, struggle, humor, and transformation.

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MondayMon, 10 MarMarch, 2025

 
 
Coexistence in a Time of War with Roots Speakers Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger and Khaled Abu Awwad

Monday, Mar 10th 7:00p to 9:00pThis event is a part of our Israel-Speaker Series for 5785. Roots is a unique network of local Palestinians and Israelis who have come to see each other as the partners needed to make changes to end the conflict. Based on a mutual recognition of each People's connection to the Land, they are developing understanding and solidarity despite ideological differences. Roots Director of International Relations Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger and Palestinian co-Director Khaled Abu Awwad will join the Chicago Jewish community for a discussion about coexistence in a time of war and how roots is meeting the moment for Israelis and Palestinians. This will be followed by discussion groups facilitated by clergy and staff. We are thrilled to partner with Rabbi Lizzi Heydemann from Mishkan Chicago, Cantor Shelly Friendman from Emmanuel Congregation, Rabbi Amanda Greene from Chicago Sinai Congregation, Rabbi Daniel Kirzane from KAM Isaiah Israel, Rabbi Aaron Finkelstein from Anshe Sholom B'nai Israel Congregation, and Rabbi David Minkus from Congregation Rodfei Tzedek for this program

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TuesdayTue, 22 AprApril, 2025

 
 
Learning More About The Growing Threat from Iran with Elliott Abrams

Tuesday, Apr 22nd 7:00p to 9:00pThis event is a part of our Israel-Speaker Series for 5785. As an expert in the field of foreign relations, Elliot Abrams, in conversation with Rabbi Conover, will discuss the growing threat from Iran in the Israel/Gaza war and how Iran’s involvement might impact the future of the region. This will be followed by discussion groups facilitated by clergy and staff.

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SaturdaySat, 3 MayMay, 2025

 
 
Israel Series Town Square with Resetting the Table

Shabbat, May 3rd 12:30p to 4:00pTo reflect on the year of Israel programming at Temple Sholom, Resetting the Table will facilitate their celebrated Town Hall conversation to help our community process and exchange views and personal experiences, surface differences and commonalities, and practice communication skills for addressing differences directly and constructively.

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Sat, February 15 2025 17 Sh'vat 5785