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This Week in the
Temple Israel Community

A Message from Rabbi Zimmerman


Dear Friends,


In the last few days, we welcomed over 100 congregants for conversations about Israel. Talking with and supporting one another is more important now than ever. I believe face to face conversations help us to share our fears, concerns, hopes, and dreams more authentically.

 

Connecting with our community can bring us strength and comfort. I hope that you will join us at Temple for onegs preceding our erev Shabbat services at 5:15 p.m. on Fridays. I thank Abbi Rose & Michael Blum for sponsoring these onegs at this important time. Together, we will lift our voices in song and prayer as we welcome Shabbat, affirming our connection with Jews around the world.

 

When we gathered earlier this week, we discussed the questions below, and I invite you to reflect on them, either on your own or with friends and family. 

 

Questions for reflection:

  1. Where were you when you heard about what was happening in Israel and what were your initial feelings?
  2. What has been helpful, what has been hurtful in regards to all that is happening- including people's response to you regarding Israel?
  3. What are your fears and your hopes and dreams for the future?

 

B'virkat shalom - With blessings of peace,

Rabbi Marcia A. Zimmerman

Alvin & June Perlman Senior Rabbinic Chair


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Friday, October 20



5:15 p.m. Pre-Oneg Reception

Come for a nosh and socialize in community before the service.

We thank our members Abbi Rose & Michael Blum for their generosity in sponsoring our pre-onegs.


6:00 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service

In Person and Online

Livestream on Temple Israel's Facebook page

To join by phone, dial 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 896 264 150 68

Saturday, October 21


9:00 a.m. Torah Study

Portion Noach with Cantor Sharett-Singer

Via Zoom*

To join by phone, dial 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 829 710 549 04


*Note: Torah Study will meet both in person at Temple Israel and on Zoom on the first Saturday of each month. All other weeks are Zoom only.   

Friday, October 27


5:15 p.m. Pre-Oneg Reception

Come for a nosh and socialize in community before the service.

We thank our members Abbi Rose & Michael Blum for their generosity in sponsoring our pre-onegs.


6:00 p.m. Nefesh Erev Shabbat Service

In Person and Online

Livestream on Temple Israel's Facebook page

To join by phone, dial 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 896 264 150 68


Join these spirited services, co-led by our musician members and clergy. This service brings forth a special flavor of luscious harmonies, and, most importantly, participation of our community as we share a high-energy, joyful prayer experience. 

Saturday, October 28


9:00 a.m. Torah Study

Portion Lech L'cha with Rabbi Zimmerman

Via Zoom*

To join by phone, dial 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 829 710 549 04


*Note: Torah Study will meet both in person at Temple Israel and on Zoom on the first Saturday of each month. All other weeks are Zoom only.

Teko Grand Opening Highlights

We thank everyone for coming together to celebrate this new beginning. Click here.

Register Now: Temple Tuesday Mini Course

Touched by Death: What Grief Can Teach Us with Rabbi Zimmerman

Tuesdays, November 7, 14, 28; 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

In Person at Temple Israel and on Zoom

Class fee: $54 per person. Click here to register.


How can we deal with the complex feelings of grief after we experience a loss? Can grief be a motivator to teach us how to prepare for our own death? We will explore ways to embrace grief to live life more vibrantly. Two special guests will be in conversation with Rabbi Zimmerman: Sarah Birnbach, author of A Daughter’s Kaddish: My Year of Grief, Devotion, and Healing and Colin Campbell, author of Finding the Words: Working Through Profound Loss with Hope and Purpose. These authors are joining us for a virtual conversation with Rabbi Zimmerman in partnership with the Jewish Book Council. Registered students will receive a copy of each book.


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For more information or to register for classes,

contact Wendy Schwartz at 612-374-0344.

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