A vibrant and welcoming presence in Skokie, the North Shore, and beyond, the community of Temple Beth Israel opens our doors and our hearts to a diverse population of Reform Jews and their families. Together we learn and pray, share friendships, celebrate life’s joys, support each other through difficult times, and work to make the world a better place.
Upcoming Events
Friday Evening, November 16, 2018, is Likrat Shabbat and Kabbalat Shabbat
We gather to welcome Shabbat at Likrat Shabbat on Friday, November 16, 2018 at 5:30PM. Enjoy refreshments, visit with friends and transition from the work week. At 6:05PM we will enjoy Kabbalat Shabbat Services and celebrate a few special Simchas!
Shabbat Morning Torah Study, Saturday, November 17, 2018
Join with Rabbi Weinberg and TBI members as we meet over the text of Torah and together explore its meaning, Saturday morning 9:00AM – 10:15AM in Rabbi’s Study. Newcomers welcome!
Shabbat Morning, Saturday, November 17, 2018, Worship
Shabbat morning worship will be held in the Lorge Sanctuary on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 10:30AM where we will celebrate with the Bat Mitzvah and her family.
Sundays at TBI – A Place to Gather, Learn, and Enjoy Time Together!
- There is Bet Midrash on Sunday, November 18, 2018.
- Adult Hebrew will meet on Sunday, November 18, 2018.
- Dr Marion Usher (Sunday Morning Seminar) will meet on Sunday, November 18, 2018 at 9:30AM (Breakfast) and 10:00AM (Seminar).
- Sisterhood TBI Artisan Faire begins on Sunday, November 18, 2018 at 9:00AM.
- Torah 101 will NOT meet this Sunday, November 18, 2018. (Torah 101 will resume on Sunday, December 2, 2018.)
Save the Date!
Monday, November 12 – A Musical Night – 7:00PM
Tuesday, November 13 – Scribble, Drip and Play – 9:30AM
Tuesday, November 13 – Sisterhood Self Defense – 7:00PM
Wednesday, November 14 – Temple Board Meeting – 8:00PM
Sunday, November 18 – Artisan Faire – 9:00AM
Sunday, November 18 – Sunday Morning Seminar – Dr Marion Usher – 9:30AM light breakfast/10:00AM Speaker
Monday, November 19 – Monday Night Adult Education with Rabbi Weinberg
Monday Evening, October 29, 2018: We Stand Against Hate
In the face of hatred, we will forge understanding;
In the face of violence, we will build peace;
In the face of bigotry, we will breed tolerance;
In the face of discrimination, we will seek justice;
In the face of darkness, we will spread light.
Channel 7 Coverage of A Stand Against Hate Vigil – Skokie temple holds vigil for Pittsburgh synagogue shooting victims (Video coverage)
WGN News Coverage of A Stand Against Hate Vigil – Anti-hate rally to be held at Jewish temple in Skokie tonight
CBS News Coverage – Skokie Vigil for Pittsburgh Shooting
Chicago Tribune Article –Hundreds at anti-hate vigil in Skokie: ‘There is a culture that seems to allow hate to grow and we need to take a deep look at why’
Centennial Celebrations with TBI in the News!
A Centennial birthday is a big deal and certainly should be celebrated. The leadership of Temple Beth Israel has been working on engaging programs and amazing ideas that honor our past and look towards our future, complete with a birthday party on January 31, 2018. Read the news and enjoy Word from the Heart from our fellow congregants.
Words of the Heart
As a community of meaning, our paths intertwine on so many levels. Part of the Centennial Celebration has been inviting members to the bima on Shabbat services. Read the Words From the Heart of our membership, describing their Jewish journey and how their paths intertwine with the TBI family.
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