Emanuel Congregation
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 | Emanuel is a vibrant, growing congregation located along Chicago's lakefront. What makes Emanuel so unique is its dedication to Jewish worship, learning and community by its diverse membership, including
*New families
*Families who have been membersfor several generations
*Single adults, young adults,and seniors
*Interfaith and interracial couples, and
*Those who have more recently identified
with the Jewish people.
Our midsized Reform congregation has a strong commitment to Jewish tradition that serves as the foundation for our daily lives.
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   Selichot
Saturday, September 4, 2010
9:00 pm Program
10:15 pm Service
Rabbi Michael Zedek, Rabbi Larry Edwards of Or Chadash, and Maggid Uriel Brule will present a program with favorite stories and midrash about the High Holy Days and Teshuvah, discuss the power of the tale.
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High Holy Days begin in September
full schedule here.
Erev Rosh Hashanah Wednesday, September 8
Rosh HaShanah, 1st Day Thursday, September 9
Erev Yom Kippur Friday, September 17
Yom Kippur Day Saturday, September 18
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Alert--New this Year for Family Services!
Complimentary tickets may be obtained through the website http://emanuelfamilyhh.eventbrite.com/.
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Tickets. All members in good standing (current through August) receive High Holy Day tickets for themselves and any dependent family member whose primary residence is at the members’ home. Bus shuttles will again be available; arrangements for child care should be made by August 27. --more--
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November 5-7, 2010
Join others to investigate Membership, Social Action, and congregational collaboration at the November 5-7 URJ Central Disctrict Forum in Chicago. Three tracks with three experts will help congregants move their programs forward! Plus, be a part of engaging Torah study sessions and special workshops on Leadership Development, Israel and Lifelong Learning, and enjoy keynote speakers, entertainment and Shabbat celebration with friends from across North America. --more--
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Services are Friday nights at 8:00 pm and Saturday mornings at 11:00 am. The monthly Early Service at 6:30 pm and Share-Shabbat dinner follows at 7:15 pm; check the calendar or contact Emanuel office for dates.
On most Saturday mornings, two adult study opportunities are available at 9:30 am. Torah Study with Rabbi Emeritus Hermann Schaalman in his study, and Advanced Hebrew Study with Rabbi Michael Zedek in the library. Confirm dates with the office.
Check the Events page for ShabbataTOT!
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Weekly e-Bulletins
A weekly e-Bulletin is sent to Emanuel members and friends with event information, announcements, news of the members, and funeral and shiva information. We also have e-mail announcement groups for Emanuel's Religious School, Junior and Senior Youth Groups, the Social Justice Committee, Emanuel College Students and Loosely Defined, the Emanuel social group for 20-40s. To be added to any of these groups, please e-mail emanuelbulletin@emanuelcong.org with your name, e-mail address and the groups you'd like to join.
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 Sunday, September 12
9:30 am – 1:30 pm
Register in the Michigan room. Walk-ins are welcome but we encourage you to make an appointment to minimize wait time. Bring your Photo ID. Donors must be 17 years of age, or 16 years with state ID or birth certificate and parent’s signature. Be sure to eat a good meal and drink plenty of water before donating. Email Judy Glaser for more information or to make an appointment or schedule online by visiting www.heartlandbc.org / on-line scheduling / open to the public / Chicago options. See you there!
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 Sunday, September 12
9:30 am - 12:15 pm
First Day of Religious School of the 2010-11 School Year
Opening Day Picnic following Religious School, sponsored by the Emanuel Brotherhood
Tuesday, September 14
4:30-6 pm
First Day of Hebrew School of the 2010-11 School Year
Please contact Alison Siegel Lewin, our Director of Education or Myra Wagner, both at 773-561-5173 if you have a child entering Pre-Kindergarten (age 4) through 10th grade and are interested in information about Religious School and Hebrew School at Emanuel. Those who were enrolled this past year should have received registration information in the mail.
Updated Religious School Curriculum
Cover letter sent to parents
Registration Forms
Tentative Calendar
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Yes, it's true! Emanuel has partnered with Judaica Beautiful to create an on-line gift shop. Easy for you--easy for Emanuel, as it does not require purchasing inventory or staffing a shop with volunteers. Please consider buying from Judaica Beautiful through this site for all of your needs. |
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Manna for Emanuel:
Gift Cards that Give Back
Think about the money you spend over the course of the month at stores like Jewel for groceries, AMC movies for entertainment, Marathon for gas, and in the summer at hotels like Marriott and Best Western. Did you know that you can make this money work double-time? By planning in advance and purchasing gift cards through Manna for Emanuel, you can give a portion of the money you have already budgeted to your congregation. It is an easy win-win! Orders, paid with cash or checks made out to Emanuel, can be turned in to the office periodically and will be ready the following week. For more information, leave a message for the coordinator in the Emanuel office. Download the Manna For Emanuel order form to start your next order.
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 Support Emanuel! Make your book and CD purchases at amazon.com . Emanuel will receive referral fees of 5-15% of the amount you spend. Need book suggestions? Check out the Important Books page! If you would like to purchase a prayer book for the High Holy Days, Emanuel Congregation currently uses "Gates of Repentance: The New Union Prayer Book for the Days of Awe" published by the CCAR Press.
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Honor Your Loved Ones
Emanuel Can Send an Acknowledgement of Your Donation with a Minimum Contribution of $10. Your donation not only supports the good works of the Congregation, but is also a thoughtful way to honor a special occasion, to express wishes for a speedy recovery, or to memorialize a loved one. If you have any questions, please email info@emanuelcong.org or call the Emanuel office at 773-561-5173. Download a PDF of the contribution form.
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Debbie Porter and Brenda Sumberg are spearheading an effort to expand and clearly define volunteer opportunities at Emanuel. You will be hearing more about Phase I as we prepare for the High Holy Days, but we need help right now! If you have a few extra hours this week and you want to learn more about the Congregation, meet new people and feel that you are making a contribution, call Brenda Sumberg at 773-529-4662 or send an email to bsumberg@yahoo.com.
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