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Weather Update as of Jan. 22, 2026:
Due to extreme cold and dangerous wind conditions, Friday night Shabbat services and Saturday morning Minyan and Torah Study will take place online as we prioritize the safety and wellbeing of our community. Please note that Gan Shalom will not be in session on Friday, Jan. 23. If you need help finding a warming center or local assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to our office by dialing (773) 435-1545 or e-mailing info@sholomchicago.org.
Welcome to Temple Sholom of Chicago
A Sacred Community That Embraces, Inspires, and Matters.

Join us exactly as you are; physically, spiritually, intellectually and emotionally. We recognize the unique worth of each individual in our collective whole.

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.

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.
Listen Now!
Temple Sholom’s podcast brings our community’s voices directly to you. Here you’ll find weekly sermons, holiday reflections, guest speakers, and conversations that explore Jewish life, learning, and spiritual growth.
Our goal is to create an accessible, meaningful experience for anyone looking to stay connected, deepen their understanding, or be inspired throughout the week. Also follow us on Facebook or Instagram!
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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Thu, January 22 2026
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Upcoming Events
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 23 , 2026
Shabbat Service
Friday, Jan 23rd 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 ,
JanJanuary 23 , 2026
Makom Camp Shabbat
Friday, Jan 23rd 6:30p to 9:30p
Calling all Jewish camp alumni (and their allies)! Grab your favorite camp shabbat attire and join us for an evening of classic camp shabbat melodies, great food, and fun reminiscing! And don’t worry if you never went to camp; this is your chance to experience the magic in the warmth (and bug free space) of your Makom community! This event is for those ages 21-39. If you are outside of that age range, we invite you to participate in one of our many other community groups. -
Saturday ,
JanJanuary 24 , 2026
Shabbat Minyan and Torah Study
Shabbat, Jan 24th 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. -
Sunday ,
JanJanuary 25 , 2026
Sunday Scholar Series: Prayer and Liturgy 101 with Cantor Ben-David
Sunday, Jan 25th 9:30a to 10:30a
Deepen your understanding of the main Jewish prayers and sacred music within our Shabbat services and Jewish liturgy. Cantor Ben-David will discuss (and help us better understand) the worship, prayer comprehension, and choreography that guides us when we pray. -
Sunday ,
JanJanuary 25 , 2026
8th Grade Lakeview Series
Sunday, Jan 25th 9:30a to 11:00a
All Jewish 8th graders are invited to join this unique 4-week series with teens from Anshe Emet. The group will be traveling to Temple Sholom and Anshe Emet to learn about The Pulse of Israel with the iCenter. -
Sunday ,
JanJanuary 25 , 2026
Chavrei Shalom Magic Show
Sunday, Jan 25th 12:00p to 1:45p
Come hangout with your Chavrei Shalom friends directly following Religious School. We’ll have an awesome magic show! There will also be a pizza lunch and hot cocoa bar. Chavrei Shalom is our youth group for students in 3rd-5th grade. -
Sunday ,
JanJanuary 25 , 2026
Adult Ed Short Stories with Cliff Scott-Rudnick
Sunday, Jan 25th 1:00p to 2:00p
Join Cliff Scott-Rudnick and other adult learners to dive into various short story collections. -
Sunday ,
JanJanuary 25 , 2026
Build Your Power: A Teen Workshop for Creating Real-World Change
Sunday, Jan 25th 6:30p to 8:00p
Join teens from Mishkan Chicago, Anshe Emet, and Temple Sholom for an exciting and empowering workshop on Community Organizing! Through a Jewish lens, the session will cover key concepts like power and self-interest, and introduce tools for developing tactics and strategies used to win campaigns for justice. We will walk through a powerful past immigration justice campaign to see these concepts in action and reflect on how you can use these organizing principles to lead change in your own community. -
Monday ,
JanJanuary 26 , 2026
Monday Meal Mitzvah
Monday, Jan 26th 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 ,
JanJanuary 26 , 2026
Introduction to Judaism
Monday, Jan 26th 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.
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