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. Download our brochure, memberhip application, religious school forms, or contact us!
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Contact us: Info@emanuelcong.org
5959 N. Sheridan Rd.
Chicago, Illinois 60660
Telephone: 773-561-5173 The entrance to the on-site parking lot is just north of the building.
Weekly E-Bulletins
Several groups: Emanuel events; Religious School; Youth Groups. --More--
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Rabbi Michael Zedek on his comments about the spiritual emptiness of material wealth in the October 31 online issue of Crain's Chicago Business.Read his remarks on tzedakah and tikkun olam in the last paragraphs of Claire Bushey's article, Ministering to the 1%.
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 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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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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Poker Tournament, Saturday, 2/11. See below.
Tu B'Shvat Celebration, Sunday, February 5.
Share-ShabbatService and Dinner, February 10
Rerservations@emanuelcong.org
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 Tuesday, February 7 at 6:45 pm
In partnership with JCC Sidney N. Shure Kehilla, the Gan Project, a Jewish social and environmental justice organization, is pleased to announce the next dinner in its 'Eat.Talk.Grow' series. This season’s dinner celebrates Rosh Hashanah L'Ilanot (the New Year For Trees) with "The Divine Meal," a Tu BiSh'vat Seder featuring a delicious gourmet vegan menu featuring the seven spices and dessert (sponsored in part by Karyn's on Green) accompanied by festive music, meditation and schmoozing. Participants will be provided with ceremonial wine and grape juice, but all other libations will be B.Y.O. (Wine, Beer, Spirits). Silent Meditation Begins Promptly at 6:45 pm.
Cost: $18.00 (CRC Certified Kosher Meal Option available with Pre-Registration) Register here by February 5.
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 Emanuel Just for Fun
Poker Tournament
Saturday, February 11 at 7:00 pm
Yes, we're doing something just for fun! Demonstrate your poker face among friends! Cost: $25.00 for chips and $5.00 refreshments. Please rsvp to reservations@emanuelcong.org. if you would to help volunteer, please email the temple office at info@emanuelcong.org.
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 Sunday, February 5
The holiday of Tu B'Shevat, the New Year of the Trees, is upon us. This is a particularly fun and hands-on holiday for children, who can participate in caring for the earth in several different ways. You can learn more about Tu B'Shevat and find activities for your children from the Union for Reform Judaism at http://urj.org/holidays/tubishvat/. Also, the Religious School will be participating in a program hosted by our 6th grade class. It is customary on this holiday to eat several different types of fruits. Like our usual snacks, these will be nut-free. If you have any questions or concerns about your child's participation, please contact me by email or at 773/561-5173.
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 Share-Shabbat Family Service and Dinner
Family Service and Share-Shabbat Dinner:
Friday, February 10, 2012. 6:30 pm Service and 7:15 pm Dinner.
Enjoy a family-oriented service followed by a delicious dinner prepared this month by The Twisted Sisters, a great group of Emanuel women. Emanuel provides juice, wine, challah, and main dishes, and this month attendees are asked to bring side dishes, salads, and desserts that serve eight people. This month the request is for desserts.
Don’t miss the swinging sounds of Emanuel’s own Ham-it-Up Band. The cost is $7 per person if you bring a dish, $10 per person without a dish to share. Kids under age four are always free! To reserve your place, call the Emanuel office at (773) 561-5173 or send an email to reservations@emanuelcong.org.
Next Share-Shabbat: March 9 (2nd and 3rd Grades participate in services)
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 Emanuel Congregation
Heartland Blood Drive
Sunday, February 19 from 9:00 am--1:00 pm
Mobile Blood Unit
Why? Because one donation saves three lives!
Come to the Michigan Room to register. The whole process takes about 45 minutes from start to finish.Walk -ins are welcome, but we encourage you to make an appointment to minimize your wait time. Sign up here for your appointment, sign up at www.heartlandbc.org or with Judy Glaser. A photo ID will be asked of you.
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 Rabbi Zedek speaks on what he believes is the most critical section of the Bible, if limited to only one item. See the video here.
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 Jewish Values Online presents views on current issues addressed by rabbis from different movements; Rabbi Michael Zedek is on the Reform Judaism panel for this site.
Most recent questions:
My three Reform Jewish children have each married non-Jews. Each of them are raising their children as Jews. What is the best-practice with respect to Christmas trees in their homes? Rabbi Zedek's response.
What is the meaning of Chayav (be guilty of a transgression/owe someone something)? Rabbi Zedek's response.
What does Jewish law say about respecting the Law of the Land? Rabbi Zedek's Response response.
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January 30, 2012 at 10:00 am.
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