This group meets weekly to study Biblical Jewish texts, ranging from the Torah through the Prophets and the writings. This lay-led group delves deeply into the meaning of the text, exploring the language, traditions, and historical contexts associated with these cornerstones of our tradition.
Temple Beth Israel offers a dynamic, structured program of Jewish learning for children from tots through high school. Our curriculum is dedicated to building community, developing an authentic Jewish identity and inspiring confidence in our students. Our school is committed to diversity and inclusivity and our students are inspired to learn and have conversations about...
Beginning in 3rd grade our students attend class on Wednesday afternoons and Sunday mornings. Our program expands to include modern Hebrew language. We believe that the Hebrew language is an important gateway to Jewish culture and thought. In addition to preparing our students for B’nai Mitzvah and to be competent participants in Jewish worship, we...
Beginning in 3rd grade our students attend class on Wednesday afternoons and Sunday mornings. Our program expands to include modern Hebrew language. We believe that the Hebrew language is an important gateway to Jewish culture and thought. In addition to preparing our students for B’nai Mitzvah and to be competent participants in Jewish worship, we...
Revised NAMI Flyer Did you know that 1 out of 5 U.S. Adults suffer from mental illness each year? Sisterhood TBI presents a free Zoom lecture on mental health. Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at 7:00 pm. Teri Latter, State Program Director, NAMI Illinois will present an overview of mental illness, impact of COVID on...
Koleynu is a diverse group of individuals who gather together each week to become one in song. We have members who have sung with our choir for years and we are adding new members all the time. Koleynu rehearses during the school year on Thursday evenings, from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. We accompany Shabbat services...
As we are taught, on Shabbat we try to become attuned to holiness in time. Temple Beth Israel offers these varied, inspiring, joyful, and soulful Shabbat worship experiences so that we can share in that holiness together. All services can be accessed both in person in the Lorge Sanctuary or via our livestream. 4th Friday:...
Shabbat Morning Services Our weekly Shabbat Morning Services offer a blend of traditional prayer, nusach (musical themes), and contemporary melodies. It also includes a Torah service. This heimish (Yiddish for at home or comfortable) service offers those present the opportunity to volunteer for the service honors. This service begins at 10:30 am. Virtual Shabbat –...