Many Faces, Many Voices

"Beth Emet is special to us because it has welcomed us with open arms from the first time we walked through the doors. It has more warmth and heart than any place I've ever known."
- Becky Lowery (right), with Megan

For more than 50 years, Beth Emet has worked hard to balance innovation and tradition in all aspects of communal life. Always willing to experiment, we seek creative ways to integrate the new with the old in worship, education, and community-strengthening, often initiating meaningful change. We welcome you to explore everything our website, and our community, has to offer.

Events & Notices for the Next Few Weeks

Parking Lot Safety

Please note that the southwest corner of our parking lot is roped off. Use caution as you drive through the lot.

Beth Emet Downtown Speaker Series – with Cantor Luck

Thursday, February 11 at Noon at the offices of Jenner & Block

The Beth Emet Downtown Speakers Committee invites you to join us on Thursday, February 11 for a delicious lunch and stimulating discussion with our new Cantor, Arik Luck. Cantor Luck will give a preview of his upcoming musical production of Moishe Oysher: The Master Singer of his People that is taking place at Beth Emet on March 20.

This Beth Emet presentation will take place at the offices of Jenner & Block, 353 North Clark Street, beginning at Noon and ending promptly at 1:30 p.m. Please RSVP to Jill at ext. 300 or office@bethemet.org.

Kol Emet: The Jewish Music Project Presents: A Lecture by Yiddish Film Scholar Ronald Robboy

Sunday, February 21 at 1:00 p.m.

“Not The Jazz Singer, but the Vilner Balebesl.” Robboy will elaborate on the tragic legend that is the basis for Overture to Glory, talking through the film’s rich musical score, illustrating classic film noir techniques, and reinforcing timeless Yiddish literary themes. Tickets are $10.00 each. To RSVP, please contact reception at ext. 301.

For more information about other weekend events and sponsorship, visit the Moishe Oysher website.

Harry Rhodes to be Honored at Interfaith Action Vision Keepers Dinner

Sunday, February 21 at 5:30 p.m. at the Hotel Orrington

The Vision Keepers Dinner is an annual fundraiser where faith organizations celebrate their common bonds in faith and service to our communities. At the dinner, each congregation publicly honors one individual as its Vision Keeper who embodies the social action ideals of their faith. This year, our clergy and President Susan Melczer have selected Harry Rhodes as the Vision Keeper from Beth Emet. Click here for more information.

Purim is here -- Dress in costume and feast on hamantaschen

Saturday, February 27 and Sunday, February 28!

Purim is here and we're ready to shake our groggers! Festivities begin on Saturday, February 27 at 6:30 p.m. with our annual congregational Megillah reading and "schpiel," followed by a "Shushan Sweet Smorgasbord" (Desserts Galore!) Click here for the whole Purim schedule.

Early Childhood Program Fall Registration Now Open!

Thinking about Nursery School for next fall? Beth Emet's Early Childhood Program offers a stimulating and nurturing Jewish environment for children ages 1 ˝ through 5. Registration opens on January 18 for Beth Emet members, and current and alumni Early Childhood Families. Please call Kathy or Fran at ext. 308 or visit our website to learn more
 

Spring 2010 Adult Ed Registration Now Open!

Spring 5770 features a wide range of classes and special programs. Each is listed and described by topic in the Adult Studies Brochure. Start the new year by sharing new insights and experiences with other members of the Beth Emet community. Members and non-members welcome! Members can register online via our "members only" site; non-members can register by contacting Beth in the school office at ext. 308.


 

Highlights

To listen to services by phone, see instructions at end of service list.


 

Erev Shabbat
Friday, February 12

  • 8:00 p.m. - Kabbalat Shabbat with Torah Reading
  • Torah Reader:  Myra Shneider
  • D'var Torah:  Rabbi Andrea London
  • Oneg Shabbat

 

Shabbat Morning
Saturday, February 13
Mishpatim, Ex. 22:4-23:19
Jeremiah, 34:8-34:22; 33:25-26

  • 9:00 a.m. - Tot Shabbat
  • 9:30 a.m. - Shabbat Minyan
  • 9:30 a.m. - Noa Solomon Bat Mitzvah with Kahal

 

Monday, February 15

  • 9:30 a.m. - Noah Taborda Bar Mitzvah

 

Erev Shabbat
Friday, February 19

  • 5:45 p.m. - Reception
  • 6:30 p.m. - Kabbalat Shabbat

 

Shabbat Morning
Saturday, February 20
Terumah, Ex. 16:1-26:30
I Kings 5:26-6:13

  • 9:30 a.m. - Shabbat Minyan
  • 9:30 a.m. - Kahal Shabbat
  • Torah Reader:  Arthur Altman
  • Torah Discussion Leader:  Adele Rapport
  • 10:00 a.m. - Kahal Class

 

 

 

* Trienniel Cycle II

 

We are pleased that we are able to offer a system by which people who are not able to attend Shabbat and other special holiday services held in our Sanctuary can hear them over their phone.  Dial 847-869-4230; when the recording begins, press “7” and you will hear the actual services.  Though circumstances may prevent people from attending in person, they can still feel part of the worship experience.  Please note that there are only seven phone lines available; if you receive a busy signal, please call back in a few minutes, when a line may be available.

 

 

 

 

 
Beth Emet The Free Synagogue
1224 Dempster
Evanston, Illinois 60202
(847) 869-4230

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