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2 events,
Reading the Prophets Study Group
Reading the Prophets Study Group
The New Testament study group is changing its name! It was so interesting and fun to explore the Gospels together, and one thing that really stood out was how much those writers were impacted by the Jewish prophets. So now our name is The Prophets Study Group, and we are about to begin reading them, […]
3 events,
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Join us weekly for a Tuesday Ma'ariv minyan and service. Our service lasts twenty minutes and we will say Kaddish. Come join us! Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87830514542?pwd=mIgAHgakSIrztwcubC8PnODGasmoCe.1 Meeting ID: 878 3051 4542 Passcode: 656044 Call-in: 1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
Mahjong (Different Location)
Mahjong (Different Location)
Beginners come and learn about how to play. Experienced players are encouraged to play. We will play on Tuesday evenings on a drop-in basis. Participants need to bring their own 2025 card. Tonight's group will NOT be meeting at JRC. Email Dori Conn for location details. We will need one mahjong set per 4 people […]
2 events,
Kabbalat Shabbat Service led by Brad Moldofsky and Sara Polonsky
Kabbalat Shabbat Service led by Brad Moldofsky and Sara Polonsky
Shabbat is here! Exhale the busy week and breathe Shabbat in deeply with our joyous, reflective and communal Kabbalat Shabbat service. Whether you join us in our JRC Sanctuary or via Zoom, we look forward to welcoming each other into sacred community. Tonight' service will be led by Brad Moldofsky and Sara Polonsky. Join us […]
1 event,
JRC Lay-Led Multi-Access Minyan
JRC Lay-Led Multi-Access Minyan
Join the JRC Minyan for Shabbat Shaharit (morning services) at 10:00am this Saturday at JRC and via Zoom. This service includes a Torah reading, interactive d’var, and public reciting of the Kaddish. Please join us afterwards for a potluck oneg luncheon. Shabbat Vehagim The Zoom link for this service can be found in JRC’s weekly […]
1 event,
Where to Age Discussion Group
Where to Age Discussion Group
Where To Age - a JRC Discussion Group You are invited to join an informal group gathering at JRC once a month to share and learn from each other about the WHERE of aging. Regular gatherings occur first Sunday of each month from 10am-12pm in the JRC Double Classroom on the second floor. Bring a […]
1 event,
Reading the Prophets Study Group
Reading the Prophets Study Group
The New Testament study group is changing its name! It was so interesting and fun to explore the Gospels together, and one thing that really stood out was how much those writers were impacted by the Jewish prophets. So now our name is The Prophets Study Group, and we are about to begin reading them, […]
3 events,
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Join us weekly for a Tuesday Ma'ariv minyan and service. Our service lasts twenty minutes and we will say Kaddish. Come join us! Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87830514542?pwd=mIgAHgakSIrztwcubC8PnODGasmoCe.1 Meeting ID: 878 3051 4542 Passcode: 656044 Call-in: 1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
Mahjong at JRC!
Mahjong at JRC!
Beginners come and learn about how to play. Experienced players are encouraged to play. We will play on Tuesday evenings on a drop-in basis. Participants need to bring their own 2025 card. We will need one mahjong set per 4 people so if you have a set, bring it. If you plan to attend or […]
Adult Brit Mitzvah Cohort
Adult Brit Mitzvah Cohort
Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation’s Adult Brit* Mitzvah Cohort 2025-2026 For anyone who has a different relationship with Judaism than they did at age 13 Engage your Adult Jewish identity with this 1 year program culminating in a special Shabbat Brit Mitzvah ritual on November 21, 2026 Our JRC Adult Brit Mitzvah program combines group study, hevruta/partner […]
1 event,
Get the Kinks Out with Chair Yoga
Get the Kinks Out with Chair Yoga
Join member Marsha Richman for chair yoga on Wednesdays mornings at JRC! We’ll work on flexibility, range of motion and balance in a 45-60 minute class. No prior experience is necessary but a commitment to coming weekly is encouraged for maximum benefit. This is a gentle class targeted at mature adults. Everyone can benefit from […]
3 events,
Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
Dive into the weekly Torah portion! Study in English, no experience necessary. Bring a TaNaKh or Hebrew Bible or commentary if you have one. Led by the JRC Clergy or a JRC Lay Leader each week. Sign up to lead Torah study here. *NEW LINK* Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89789773296?pwd=Q2oxMDRpazVGZXA0T0xteHE1c3BnUT09 Meeting ID: 897 8977 3296 Passcode: 405397 […]
Racial Equity Task Force Meeting
Racial Equity Task Force Meeting
JRC's Racial Equity Task Force meets generally on the second Thursday of the month. For more information, email JRC.RETF@gmail.com. The Jewish value of tikkun olam, or “repair of the world,” is central to the Racial Equity Task Force’s (RETF) commitment to working for a more racially just and equitable world. We believe tikkun olam is […]
Choir Rehearsal
Choir Rehearsal
JRC's Adult Choir rehearses in our 3rd floor sanctuary. JRC has three opportunities to get involved in choir. Our Adult, Children, and Family choirs are all under the direction of JRC member, Danny Wallenberg. Anyone who enjoys singing can join! Contact Danny at choir@jrctogether.org. More information about JRC's choirs can be found on our website.
1 event,
Kabbalat Shabbat Service with Cantor Howard Friedland, Eddie Stone, and Fred Weinstein
Kabbalat Shabbat Service with Cantor Howard Friedland, Eddie Stone, and Fred Weinstein
Shabbat Shalom! In times of celebration and challenge, Judaism calls us to come together each week. Sing, reflect, learn and engage with your JRC community either in our JRC sanctuary or over zoom. Our services are regularly led by Rabbi Rachel Weiss, Cantor Howard Friedland, and many members of JRC. Come for services, stay for […]
10 events,
Junior Choir
Junior Choir
Junior choir is a fun, laid back, musical opportunity for 2nd-6th graders to be musical at Kehillah and JRC! Join choir leader Danny Wallenberg Saturday mornings, 9:00-9:30 am, before Kehillah. Performances will take place at special JRC events throughout the year.
Kehillah
Kehillah
Kehillah, JRC’s religious school, supports learners of all ages & abilities in cultivating joy & resilience by teaching sacred practices & values. Our Shabbat-based program is infused with joy, allowing us to experience Shabbat together as a multi-generational community, while our Kehillah learners engage in a project-based curriculum. Typical Schedule: Pre-K – 6th Grades 9:30am […]
Parent Schmooze
Parent Schmooze
While learners are in Kehillah classes, come relax and connect with other grown-ups over coffee, tea, and light conversation. Whether you’re in the mood to chat about everyday life or dive into something more meaningful, this is a welcoming space to build relationships. Drop in anytime—no agenda, just community.
Kehillah Junior: Adult-Tot | Session 3
Kehillah Junior: Adult-Tot | Session 3
Kehillah Junior is a joyful introduction to Shabbat for young children ages 2 and under and their families. Each week, our song leader will lead the group in lively Shabbat music, where children can sing, dance, and wiggle to their heart's content. The class combines structured activities like snack time, circle time, and art with […]
Taste of JRC | Winter Session
Taste of JRC | Winter Session
If you’re searching for the right Jewish learning experience for your kids, try a taste-test of our programs. With the Taste of JRC, your child will be able to try out Kehillah, our Shabbat-based religious school program, for six weeks, and you’ll get to know our incredible JRC community. Our community is a special and […]
Bat Mitzvah of Leymah Crystal
Bat Mitzvah of Leymah Crystal
The entire JRC community is invited to join Leymah Crystal and her family as she is called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah. This Shabbat morning service will be led by Rabbi Rachel Weiss and Cantor Howard Friedland in the JRC sanctuary. Click here for our Shabbat Morning B’nai Mitzvah Prayerbook. Join us at JRC or on Zoom. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89818026849?pwd=a9Z5aYI8S6oOJP9RWEKeM12OE8Bqu5.1 Meeting ID: 898 […]
“Skin in the Game” Discussion, led by JCUA’s Jessica Schaffer and Jackie Baldwin
“Skin in the Game” Discussion, led by JCUA’s Jessica Schaffer and Jackie Baldwin
Join the Racial Equity Task Force and the Israel-Palestine Working Group for a discussion of author Eric Ward’s essay, “Skin in the Game: How Antisemitism Animates White Nationalism” with staff from Jewish Council on Urban Affairs (JCUA). We’ll explore the “how” and the “why” of creating a solidarity framework as a way to counter antisemitism […]
JRC Shabbat Meditation
JRC Shabbat Meditation
All are welcome to our Shabbat Meditation program – a time for us to come together in community to explore how meditation can help us rest deeply, listen fully to our deepest self, and connect to our spiritual dimension. There is a great history of meditation and contemplation in the Jewish mystical tradition and Kabbalah. […]
JRC Lay-Led Minyan Via Zoom
JRC Lay-Led Minyan Via Zoom
Join the JRC Minyan through the Shabbat Shaharit (morning services) at 10:30am this Saturday via Zoom. This service includes a Torah reading, interactive d’var, and public reciting of the Kaddish. Shabbat Vehagim The Zoom link for this service can be found in JRC’s weekly e-newsletter. If you would like us to email you a link, please […]
English Torah Study for Adults
English Torah Study for Adults
Join JRC Kehillah parent Sasha Friedman for a 30 min English torah study. The first 10 minutes are spent silently reading the text followed by 20 minutes of discussion. All levels of familiarity with Torah and text study are welcome!
2 events,
JRC Book Group: Between Friends by Amos Oz
JRC Book Group: Between Friends by Amos Oz
Join the engaging conversation with your JRC community. JRC’s Book Group meets on the second Sunday of every month, this month meeting on Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87473313622?pwd=SVQncWetRmj4VkPBAmUVl4w4wPO1cx.1 Meeting ID: 874 7331 3622 Passcode: 937955 This month’s book is Between Friends by Amos Oz. Winner of the National Jewish Book Award: A “gorgeous, rueful collection of […]
Progressive Chevra Kadisha | Tahara Training
Progressive Chevra Kadisha | Tahara Training
Learn about the ancient ritual of Tahara and join other JRC members in an act of lovingkindness. Progressive Chevra Kadisha (PCK) basic Tahara training will take place on Sunday, January 11 at 10am at Chicago Jewish Funerals. JRC is part of the Progressive Chevra Kadisha, a volunteer inter-congregational society dedicated to conducting the ceremony of Tahara […]
1 event,
Reading the Prophets Study Group
Reading the Prophets Study Group
The New Testament study group is changing its name! It was so interesting and fun to explore the Gospels together, and one thing that really stood out was how much those writers were impacted by the Jewish prophets. So now our name is The Prophets Study Group, and we are about to begin reading them, […]
5 events,
1:1 Hebrew
1:1 Hebrew
1:1 Hebrew Sessions with Kehillah teachers and 4th-6th graders. Tutoring meets in the 2nd floor office or classrooms. Questions? Email Soreh Rosenblum.
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Join us weekly for a Tuesday Ma'ariv minyan and service. Our service lasts twenty minutes and we will say Kaddish. Come join us! Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87830514542?pwd=mIgAHgakSIrztwcubC8PnODGasmoCe.1 Meeting ID: 878 3051 4542 Passcode: 656044 Call-in: 1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
Mahjong at JRC!
Mahjong at JRC!
Beginners come and learn about how to play. Experienced players are encouraged to play. We will play on Tuesday evenings on a drop-in basis. Participants need to bring their own 2025 card. We will need one mahjong set per 4 people so if you have a set, bring it. If you plan to attend or […]
Adult Brit Mitzvah Cohort
Adult Brit Mitzvah Cohort
Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation’s Adult Brit* Mitzvah Cohort 2025-2026 For anyone who has a different relationship with Judaism than they did at age 13 Engage your Adult Jewish identity with this 1 year program culminating in a special Shabbat Brit Mitzvah ritual on November 21, 2026 Our JRC Adult Brit Mitzvah program combines group study, hevruta/partner […]
4 events,
Cancelled: Get the Kinks Out with Chair Yoga
Cancelled: Get the Kinks Out with Chair Yoga
This week's class has been cancelled. Join us next week for Chair Yoga with a potluck! Join member Marsha Richman for chair yoga on Wednesdays mornings at JRC! We’ll work on flexibility, range of motion and balance in a 45-60 minute class. No prior experience is necessary but a commitment to coming weekly is encouraged […]
1:1 Hebrew
1:1 Hebrew
1:1 Hebrew Sessions with Kehillah teachers and 4th-6th graders. Tutoring meets in the 2nd floor office or classrooms. Questions? Email Soreh Rosenblum.
JRC Board Meeting (Zoom)
JRC Board Meeting (Zoom)
If you would like to observe a Board meeting, please contact the President at president@jrctogether.org at least three business days before the meeting.
Music Jam Drop-In
Music Jam Drop-In
Drop-in and jam with us! Bring your voice, an instrument, a song idea—or just come to listen and vibe. No musical experience needed, just a love of music and community. Questions? Email Brad Moldofsky.
2 events,
Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
Dive into the weekly Torah portion! Study in English, no experience necessary. Bring a TaNaKh or Hebrew Bible or commentary if you have one. Led by the JRC Clergy or a JRC Lay Leader each week. Sign up to lead Torah study here. *NEW LINK* Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89789773296?pwd=Q2oxMDRpazVGZXA0T0xteHE1c3BnUT09 Meeting ID: 897 8977 3296 Passcode: 405397 […]
Choir Rehearsal
Choir Rehearsal
JRC's Adult Choir rehearses in our 3rd floor sanctuary. JRC has three opportunities to get involved in choir. Our Adult, Children, and Family choirs are all under the direction of JRC member, Danny Wallenberg. Anyone who enjoys singing can join! Contact Danny at choir@jrctogether.org. More information about JRC's choirs can be found on our website.
1 event,
MLK Kabbalat Shabbat Service with Rabbi Rachel Weiss, Cantor Howard Friedland, and JRC Choir
MLK Kabbalat Shabbat Service with Rabbi Rachel Weiss, Cantor Howard Friedland, and JRC Choir
JRC welcomes the community to join us for Shabbat in celebration of Dr. King's legacy. This inspirational service will be led by Rabbi Rachel Weiss and Cantor Howard Friedland, along with our JRC Choir. Sing songs of freedom together, and hear Dr. King's words as we integrate our Jewish values of Racial Justice and Antiracism. Come […]
8 events,
Junior Choir
Junior Choir
Junior choir is a fun, laid back, musical opportunity for 2nd-6th graders to be musical at Kehillah and JRC! Join choir leader Danny Wallenberg Saturday mornings, 9:00-9:30 am, before Kehillah. Performances will take place at special JRC events throughout the year.
Kehillah
Kehillah
Kehillah, JRC’s religious school, supports learners of all ages & abilities in cultivating joy & resilience by teaching sacred practices & values. Our Shabbat-based program is infused with joy, allowing us to experience Shabbat together as a multi-generational community, while our Kehillah learners engage in a project-based curriculum. Typical Schedule: Pre-K – 6th Grades 9:30am […]
Parent Schmooze
Parent Schmooze
While learners are in Kehillah classes, come relax and connect with other grown-ups over coffee, tea, and light conversation. Whether you’re in the mood to chat about everyday life or dive into something more meaningful, this is a welcoming space to build relationships. Drop in anytime—no agenda, just community.
Kehillah Junior: Adult-Tot | Session 3
Kehillah Junior: Adult-Tot | Session 3
Kehillah Junior is a joyful introduction to Shabbat for young children ages 2 and under and their families. Each week, our song leader will lead the group in lively Shabbat music, where children can sing, dance, and wiggle to their heart's content. The class combines structured activities like snack time, circle time, and art with […]
Taste of JRC | Winter Session
Taste of JRC | Winter Session
If you’re searching for the right Jewish learning experience for your kids, try a taste-test of our programs. With the Taste of JRC, your child will be able to try out Kehillah, our Shabbat-based religious school program, for six weeks, and you’ll get to know our incredible JRC community. Our community is a special and […]
Bar Mitzvah of Caleb Streicher
Bar Mitzvah of Caleb Streicher
The entire JRC community is invited to join Caleb Streicher and his family as he is called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah. This Shabbat morning service will be led by Rabbi Rachel Weiss and Cantor Howard Friedland in the JRC sanctuary. Click here for our Shabbat Morning B’nai Mitzvah Prayerbook. Join us at JRC or on Zoom. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85786239139?pwd=2v0lhUaa0cgMiJf7agpr2OCqMoPIp7.1 Meeting ID: 857 8623 […]
JRC Lay-Led Multi-Access Minyan
JRC Lay-Led Multi-Access Minyan
Join the JRC Minyan for Shabbat Shaharit (morning services) at 10:00am this Saturday at JRC and via Zoom. This service includes a Torah reading, interactive d’var, and public reciting of the Kaddish. Please join us afterwards for a potluck oneg luncheon. Shabbat Vehagim The Zoom link for this service can be found in JRC’s weekly […]
English Torah Study for Adults
English Torah Study for Adults
Join JRC Kehillah parent Sasha Friedman for a 30 min English torah study. The first 10 minutes are spent silently reading the text followed by 20 minutes of discussion. All levels of familiarity with Torah and text study are welcome!
3 events,
Rosh Chodesh Shevat
Rosh Chodesh Shevat
Rosh Chodesh, translated as the “head of the month”, is a time to mark the start of a new month in the Jewish calendar. Historically, it is a minor holiday where women would refrain from work. Each month we gather to explore a variety of relevant topics in a creative and thought-provoking celebration. All adult […]
Poetry and Reflection: An Interactive Workshop
Poetry and Reflection: An Interactive Workshop
In this workshop, we will read, reflect on and write poetry. No experience is necessary, just a willingness to read, discuss and write. As a palliative care physician at Northwestern and the VA who uses poetry with colleagues and with patients, Josh Hauser will also share some experiences about work he has done in those […]
Martin Luther King Jr. Worship Service with Evanston Clergy and Leaders
Martin Luther King Jr. Worship Service with Evanston Clergy and Leaders
This annual service will feature an update on Reparations in Evanston, of which JRC was one of 18 Congregations to pledge support in 2023, as well as an interfaith choir and readings from Dr. King's speeches. Rabbi Rachel Weiss will give a blessing to two Evanston leaders in our interfaith community, Rabbi Andrea London and […]
3 events,
Join JRC at the Walk for Warmth
Join JRC at the Walk for Warmth
Mark your calendars! Please join us for Interfaith Action of Evanston’s Walk for Warmth on Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, Monday January 19th. Walking together, we are a physical embodiment of Dr. King’s vision of the beloved community. His commitment to service is reflected in the route we take past the many faith […]
Reading the Prophets Study Group
Reading the Prophets Study Group
The New Testament study group is changing its name! It was so interesting and fun to explore the Gospels together, and one thing that really stood out was how much those writers were impacted by the Jewish prophets. So now our name is The Prophets Study Group, and we are about to begin reading them, […]
6 events,
Wise Aging Cohort | Session 5
Wise Aging Cohort | Session 5
In their book, Wise Aging: Living with Joy, Resilience and Spirit, Dr. Linda Thal and Rabbi Rachel Cowan take participants on a journey through the process of aging. Theirs is a spiritual approach toward aging using examples from different disciplines. JRC's 9-session class explores many of the questions we are challenged to examine as we […]
1:1 Hebrew
1:1 Hebrew
1:1 Hebrew Sessions with Kehillah teachers and 4th-6th graders. Tutoring meets in the 2nd floor office or classrooms. Questions? Email Soreh Rosenblum.
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Join us weekly for a Tuesday Ma'ariv minyan and service. Our service lasts twenty minutes and we will say Kaddish. Come join us! Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87830514542?pwd=mIgAHgakSIrztwcubC8PnODGasmoCe.1 Meeting ID: 878 3051 4542 Passcode: 656044 Call-in: 1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
Mahjong at JRC!
Mahjong at JRC!
Beginners come and learn about how to play. Experienced players are encouraged to play. We will play on Tuesday evenings on a drop-in basis. Participants need to bring their own 2025 card. We will need one mahjong set per 4 people so if you have a set, bring it. If you plan to attend or […]
Adult Brit Mitzvah Cohort (Hevruta)
Adult Brit Mitzvah Cohort (Hevruta)
Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation’s Adult Brit* Mitzvah Cohort 2025-2026 For anyone who has a different relationship with Judaism than they did at age 13 Engage your Adult Jewish identity with this 1 year program culminating in a special Shabbat Brit Mitzvah ritual on November 21, 2026 Our JRC Adult Brit Mitzvah program combines group study, hevruta/partner […]
2 events,
Get the Kinks Out with Chair Yoga & Potluck
Get the Kinks Out with Chair Yoga & Potluck
Join member Marsha Richman for chair yoga on Wednesdays mornings at JRC! We’ll work on flexibility, range of motion and balance in a 45-60 minute class. No prior experience is necessary but a commitment to coming weekly is encouraged for maximum benefit. This is a gentle class targeted at mature adults. Everyone can benefit from […]
1:1 Hebrew
1:1 Hebrew
1:1 Hebrew Sessions with Kehillah teachers and 4th-6th graders. Tutoring meets in the 2nd floor office or classrooms. Questions? Email Soreh Rosenblum.
2 events,
Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
Dive into the weekly Torah portion! Study in English, no experience necessary. Bring a TaNaKh or Hebrew Bible or commentary if you have one. Led by the JRC Clergy or a JRC Lay Leader each week. Sign up to lead Torah study here. *NEW LINK* Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89789773296?pwd=Q2oxMDRpazVGZXA0T0xteHE1c3BnUT09 Meeting ID: 897 8977 3296 Passcode: 405397 […]
Choir Rehearsal
Choir Rehearsal
JRC's Adult Choir rehearses in our 3rd floor sanctuary. JRC has three opportunities to get involved in choir. Our Adult, Children, and Family choirs are all under the direction of JRC member, Danny Wallenberg. Anyone who enjoys singing can join! Contact Danny at choir@jrctogether.org. More information about JRC's choirs can be found on our website.
1 event,
Reparations Kabbalat Shabbat Service with Rabbi Rachel Weiss and Cantor Howard Friedland with D’var Torah by Tamar Frolichstein-Appel with reflections from JRC members involved in Reparations
Reparations Kabbalat Shabbat Service with Rabbi Rachel Weiss and Cantor Howard Friedland with D’var Torah by Tamar Frolichstein-Appel with reflections from JRC members involved in Reparations
Shabbat Shalom! In times of celebration and challenge, Judaism calls us to come together each week. Sing, reflect, learn and engage with your JRC community either in our JRC sanctuary or over zoom. Our services are regularly led by Rabbi Rachel Weiss, Cantor Howard Friedland, and many members of JRC. Come for services, stay for […]
11 events,
Junior Choir
Junior Choir
Junior choir is a fun, laid back, musical opportunity for 2nd-6th graders to be musical at Kehillah and JRC! Join choir leader Danny Wallenberg Saturday mornings, 9:00-9:30 am, before Kehillah. Performances will take place at special JRC events throughout the year.
Kehillah
Kehillah
Kehillah, JRC’s religious school, supports learners of all ages & abilities in cultivating joy & resilience by teaching sacred practices & values. Our Shabbat-based program is infused with joy, allowing us to experience Shabbat together as a multi-generational community, while our Kehillah learners engage in a project-based curriculum. Typical Schedule: Pre-K – 6th Grades 9:30am […]
Parent Schmooze
Parent Schmooze
While learners are in Kehillah classes, come relax and connect with other grown-ups over coffee, tea, and light conversation. Whether you’re in the mood to chat about everyday life or dive into something more meaningful, this is a welcoming space to build relationships. Drop in anytime—no agenda, just community.
Kehillah Junior: Adult-Tot | Session 3
Kehillah Junior: Adult-Tot | Session 3
Kehillah Junior is a joyful introduction to Shabbat for young children ages 2 and under and their families. Each week, our song leader will lead the group in lively Shabbat music, where children can sing, dance, and wiggle to their heart's content. The class combines structured activities like snack time, circle time, and art with […]
Taste of JRC | Winter Session
Taste of JRC | Winter Session
If you’re searching for the right Jewish learning experience for your kids, try a taste-test of our programs. With the Taste of JRC, your child will be able to try out Kehillah, our Shabbat-based religious school program, for six weeks, and you’ll get to know our incredible JRC community. Our community is a special and […]
Bat Mitzvah of Adeline Rosenblatt
Bat Mitzvah of Adeline Rosenblatt
The entire JRC community is invited to join Adeline Rosenblatt and her family as she is called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah. This Shabbat morning service will be led by Rabbi Rachel Weiss and Cantor Howard Friedland in the JRC sanctuary. Click here for our Shabbat Morning B’nai Mitzvah Prayerbook. Join us at JRC or on Zoom. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84019487687?pwd=Nh6bGZjgvZRblY9Qcn6uBIn64VWvYQ.1 Meeting ID: 840 […]
JRC Shabbat Meditation
JRC Shabbat Meditation
All are welcome to our Shabbat Meditation program – a time for us to come together in community to explore how meditation can help us rest deeply, listen fully to our deepest self, and connect to our spiritual dimension. There is a great history of meditation and contemplation in the Jewish mystical tradition and Kabbalah. […]
The Blessing of a Skinned Knee: A Series On Values-Based Parenting
The Blessing of a Skinned Knee: A Series On Values-Based Parenting
The Blessing of a Skinned Knee by Wendy Mogel encourages parents to step away from perfectionism and overprotection. Instead, it inspires a grounded, Jewish values-based approach in which children are guided—not shielded—into becoming resilient, responsible, and grateful human beings. We’ll meet together to talk about Jewish parenting and support one another in this journey! Most […]
JRC Lay-Led Minyan Via Zoom
JRC Lay-Led Minyan Via Zoom
Join the JRC Minyan through the Shabbat Shaharit (morning services) at 10:30am this Saturday via Zoom. This service includes a Torah reading, interactive d’var, and public reciting of the Kaddish. Shabbat Vehagim The Zoom link for this service can be found in JRC’s weekly e-newsletter. If you would like us to email you a link, please […]
English Torah Study for Parents
English Torah Study for Parents
Join JRC Kehillah parent Sasha Friedman for a 30 min English torah study. The first 10 minutes are spent silently reading the text followed by 20 minutes of discussion. All levels of familiarity with Torah and text study are welcome!
2 events,
InterAct Series | History, Trauma and Resilience in Israel-Palestine: Dual Narrative Perspectives
InterAct Series | History, Trauma and Resilience in Israel-Palestine: Dual Narrative Perspectives
The Israel-Palestine Working Group is creating a cohort of JRC participants who are committed to exploring history, politics, the complexity of trauma and resilience, perseverance, and hope while building relationships with each other through a program with InterAct, an Israeli and Palestinian peace-building initiative. Participants are expected to attend each session, which will feature dialogue with […]
Crafting Meet Up
Crafting Meet Up
Come craft with fellow JRCers at the Chicago home of Lisa Barbe and Avram Eisen. Bring your own project or get inspiration and… chat! All ages welcome. Tea and cookies will be served. Please RSVP via email to Hannah Shearn at hannahvshearn@gmail.com for the address.
2 events,
Prep at JRC for Second Baptist Church’s Soup Kitchen
Prep at JRC for Second Baptist Church’s Soup Kitchen
Join JRC members to prepare lunch for Second Baptist Church's Soup Kitchen. Volunteers sign up to purchase specific food items needed to prepare the meals and join together at JRC from 8:30-11am to prepare the lunches. To get involved contact Mike Sehr at monkitchen@jrctogether.org and you will be added to the Monday Soup Kitchen email […]
Reading the Prophets Study Group
Reading the Prophets Study Group
The New Testament study group is changing its name! It was so interesting and fun to explore the Gospels together, and one thing that really stood out was how much those writers were impacted by the Jewish prophets. So now our name is The Prophets Study Group, and we are about to begin reading them, […]
7 events,
International Holocaust Remembrance Day
January 27 The United Nations General Assembly designated January 27—the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau—as International Holocaust Remembrance Day, a time to remember the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust and the millions of other victims of Nazi persecution. As we are witnessing an alarming rise of antisemitism around the globe, it is more important […]
1:1 Hebrew
1:1 Hebrew
1:1 Hebrew Sessions with Kehillah teachers and 4th-6th graders. Tutoring meets in the 2nd floor office or classrooms. Questions? Email Soreh Rosenblum.
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Weekday Minyan via Zoom
Join us weekly for a Tuesday Ma'ariv minyan and service. Our service lasts twenty minutes and we will say Kaddish. Come join us! Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87830514542?pwd=mIgAHgakSIrztwcubC8PnODGasmoCe.1 Meeting ID: 878 3051 4542 Passcode: 656044 Call-in: 1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
7th Grade Parents Dinner
7th Grade Parents Dinner
Parents of our 7th Grade Kehillah class join together for a potluck dinner while the 7th graders are in class!
Mahjong at JRC!
Mahjong at JRC!
Beginners come and learn about how to play. Experienced players are encouraged to play. We will play on Tuesday evenings on a drop-in basis. Participants need to bring their own 2025 card. We will need one mahjong set per 4 people so if you have a set, bring it. If you plan to attend or […]
Adult Brit Mitzvah Cohort
Adult Brit Mitzvah Cohort
Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation’s Adult Brit* Mitzvah Cohort 2025-2026 For anyone who has a different relationship with Judaism than they did at age 13 Engage your Adult Jewish identity with this 1 year program culminating in a special Shabbat Brit Mitzvah ritual on November 21, 2026 Our JRC Adult Brit Mitzvah program combines group study, hevruta/partner […]
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Get the Kinks Out with Chair Yoga
Get the Kinks Out with Chair Yoga
Join member Marsha Richman for chair yoga on Wednesdays mornings at JRC! We’ll work on flexibility, range of motion and balance in a 45-60 minute class. No prior experience is necessary but a commitment to coming weekly is encouraged for maximum benefit. This is a gentle class targeted at mature adults. Everyone can benefit from […]
1:1 Hebrew
1:1 Hebrew
1:1 Hebrew Sessions with Kehillah teachers and 4th-6th graders. Tutoring meets in the 2nd floor office or classrooms. Questions? Email Soreh Rosenblum.
Music Jam Drop-In
Music Jam Drop-In
Drop-in and jam with us! Bring your voice, an instrument, a song idea—or just come to listen and vibe. No musical experience needed, just a love of music and community. Questions? Email Brad Moldofsky.
6th Grade B’nai Mitzvah Logistics Orientation
6th Grade B’nai Mitzvah Logistics Orientation
Current 6th Grade Families! Join Julie Rubin for a logistics orientation and info session about all the details and practical things to know when planning your child's B'nai Mitzvah. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81306765070?pwd=VJaoI4bmFIHTb6MspefFuaqj8jxHCs.1 Meeting ID: 813 0676 5070 Passcode: 670415
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Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
Weekly Torah Study via Zoom
Dive into the weekly Torah portion! Study in English, no experience necessary. Bring a TaNaKh or Hebrew Bible or commentary if you have one. Led by the JRC Clergy or a JRC Lay Leader each week. Sign up to lead Torah study here. *NEW LINK* Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89789773296?pwd=Q2oxMDRpazVGZXA0T0xteHE1c3BnUT09 Meeting ID: 897 8977 3296 Passcode: 405397 […]
Choir Rehearsal
Choir Rehearsal
JRC's Adult Choir rehearses in our 3rd floor sanctuary. JRC has three opportunities to get involved in choir. Our Adult, Children, and Family choirs are all under the direction of JRC member, Danny Wallenberg. Anyone who enjoys singing can join! Contact Danny at choir@jrctogether.org. More information about JRC's choirs can be found on our website.
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Tu Bishvat Seder with Potluck, Jr. Choir, and Climate Action Program
Tu Bishvat Seder with Potluck, Jr. Choir, and Climate Action Program
Tu Bishvat, the New Year of the Trees, is celebrated at JRC with an interactive, musical, environmental, spiritual, and food-filled seder! Like a Passover seder, we begin with the ritual elements and symbolic fruits and juices, and then the potluck meal begins later. The Seder, ritual foods, potluck dinner, Tu Bishvat themes and Kabbalat Shabbat […]
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Junior Choir
Junior Choir
Junior choir is a fun, laid back, musical opportunity for 2nd-6th graders to be musical at Kehillah and JRC! Join choir leader Danny Wallenberg Saturday mornings, 9:00-9:30 am, before Kehillah. Performances will take place at special JRC events throughout the year.
Kehillah
Kehillah
Kehillah, JRC’s religious school, supports learners of all ages & abilities in cultivating joy & resilience by teaching sacred practices & values. Our Shabbat-based program is infused with joy, allowing us to experience Shabbat together as a multi-generational community, while our Kehillah learners engage in a project-based curriculum. Typical Schedule: Pre-K – 6th Grades 9:30am […]
Parent Schmooze
Parent Schmooze
While learners are in Kehillah classes, come relax and connect with other grown-ups over coffee, tea, and light conversation. Whether you’re in the mood to chat about everyday life or dive into something more meaningful, this is a welcoming space to build relationships. Drop in anytime—no agenda, just community.
Kehillah Junior: Adult-Tot | Session 3
Kehillah Junior: Adult-Tot | Session 3
Kehillah Junior is a joyful introduction to Shabbat for young children ages 2 and under and their families. Each week, our song leader will lead the group in lively Shabbat music, where children can sing, dance, and wiggle to their heart's content. The class combines structured activities like snack time, circle time, and art with […]
Taste of JRC | Winter Session
Taste of JRC | Winter Session
If you’re searching for the right Jewish learning experience for your kids, try a taste-test of our programs. With the Taste of JRC, your child will be able to try out Kehillah, our Shabbat-based religious school program, for six weeks, and you’ll get to know our incredible JRC community. Our community is a special and […]
JRC Lay-Led Multi-Access Minyan
JRC Lay-Led Multi-Access Minyan
Join the JRC Minyan for Shabbat Shaharit (morning services) at 10:00am this Saturday at JRC and via Zoom. This service includes a Torah reading, interactive d’var, and public reciting of the Kaddish. Please join us afterwards for a potluck oneg luncheon. Shabbat Vehagim The Zoom link for this service can be found in JRC’s weekly […]
Music Jam Drop-In
Music Jam Drop-In
Drop-in and jam with us during Kehillah! Bring your voice, an instrument, a song idea—or just come to listen and vibe. No musical experience needed, just a love of music and community.
Coffee for Taste of JRC and New Kehillah Families
Coffee for Taste of JRC and New Kehillah Families
We welcome families who are new members and/or are participating in our Taste of JRC program to join Rabbi Rachel Weiss for coffee and tea. You’ll have an opportunity to learn more about the congregation so you can get to know all of JRC in addition to what you already know about Kehillah!
English Torah Study for Adults
English Torah Study for Adults
Join JRC Kehillah parent Sasha Friedman for a 30 min English torah study. The first 10 minutes are spent silently reading the text followed by 20 minutes of discussion. All levels of familiarity with Torah and text study are welcome!