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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.
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 edition of the D'var (bimonthly newsletter).
Get Involved
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Fri, March 31 2023
9 Nisan 5783
Upcoming Events
All Events
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Friday ,
MarMarch 31 , 2023Shabbat Service
Friday, Mar 31st 6:15p to 7:30p
Join the Temple Sholom community to welcome in Shabbat either online or in person at Temple Sholom. -
Saturday ,
AprApril 1 , 2023Seven Circles Spring Connect Session with SHALVA
Shabbat, Apr 1st (All day)
SHALVA is offering this is a free program for young couples in their 20’s and 30’s looking to deepen their connection. Experience 7 self-scheduled date night experiences that help couples learn about themselves and their relationship through an interactive exploration of values, skill-building, and love. It’s the perfect program for engaged couples! -
Saturday ,
AprApril 1 , 2023Shabbat Minyan and Torah Study
Shabbat, Apr 1st 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 ,
AprApril 1 , 2023Mindful Jewish Aging
Shabbat, Apr 1st 1:00p 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 ,
AprApril 2 , 2023Pressing Questions of Modern Jewish Life with Cliff Scott-Rudnick
Sunday, Apr 2nd 2:00p to 3:00p
We will be reading and discussing Can Robots Be Jewish, edited by Amy E. Schwartz. (Moment Books). We will discuss questions of twenty-first century dilemmas addressed by different Jewish perspectives on the topics of science, sex, modern life, values, politics, and the universe. -
Monday ,
AprApril 3 , 2023Monday Meal Mitzvah
Monday, Apr 3rd 3:15p 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 ,
AprApril 3 , 2023Introduction to Judaism
Monday, Apr 3rd 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. -
Monday ,
AprApril 3 , 2023Adult Education Monday Night Film: Hester Street
Monday, Apr 3rd 7:00p to 9:00p
Dealing with themes of assimilation, this film, set in the early 1900s, focuses on the experiences of an immigrant family in New York City. Gitl (Carol Kane) has just arrived in America from Russia with her son. She has come to meet her husband, Jake (Steven Keats), who has been in the States for some time and is comfortably settled. While Gitl struggles to find her place in this country, she clashes with Jake, who has fully embraced their new homeland. -
Monday ,
AprApril 3 , 2023Sholom Justice Core Team Meeting
Monday, Apr 3rd 7:00p to 8:30p
Sholom Justice's quarterly group meeting. -
Tuesday ,
AprApril 4 , 2023Daf Shevui: A Weekly Study of a Page of Talmud with Rabbi Conover
Tuesday, Apr 4th 8:30a to 9:30a
Join Rabbi Conover to study a page of Talmud each week in Tractate Brachot from the Babylonian Talmud. Over this year-long course, we will explore the stories and meaning within the pages and sharpen our Talmud skills. No experience necessary. Feel free to join anytime!
Fri, March 31 2023 9 Nisan 5783