North Shore Congregation Israel

Join Rabbi Geffen in studying a selection of the most well-known or important sugiyot (talmudic discussions) scattered throughout a variety of talmudic tractates. No experience necessary. Texts will be provided.

Discover the importance of genetics and carrier screening at this webinar featuring Genetic Counselor Scott M. Weissman from the Norton and Elaine Sarnoff Center for Jewish Genetics, moderated by Rabbi Lisa Greene of North Shore Congregation Israel. Whether or not you're currently family planning or have family members that are, the Jewish community has an important role to play in the world of genetics. Scott will provide background on genetics and the disorders more commonly screened for in the Jewish population, and the easy process to get screened right from your home!

Does someone in your family have a drug/alcohol/behavioral problem? Do you feel isolated, confused or in need of support? YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Families Anonymous is a Twelve Step Program for people concerned about drug/alcohol abuse and behavioral problems of a relative. Please park in the south parking lot. Please email mopeters21@gmail.com or call 847.738.1919 for information.

Do you struggle with addiction? Do you want or need support? Typically hosted at North Shore Congregation Israel, these weekly meetings will be held online in a closed session until further notice. AA is an anonymous Twelve Step Program for people who struggle with alcohol or other substances. Please park in the south parking lot. Please email mopeters21@gmail.com or call 847.738.1919 for information.

We will gather together as a community for a remembrance ritual for Yom HaShoah, followed by a film screening and talk from Forbes “30 Under 30” director and journalist, Daniel Lombroso.

Curious about the Judaism of your childhood? In a Jewish family and would like to learn more about Jewish ideas and customs? Considering conversion? Just want to become more fluent in Jewish tradition? Join URJ’s Introduction to Judaism.

Join the Adult Mitzvah Corps to volunteer at Give N Kind where we will be sorting donations in their warehouse. Companies donate excess merchandise to Give N Kind, who then match Chicagoland non-profits with these goods. To volunteer, contact Tracey Meyers, Adult Mitzvah Corps coordinator, at nscimitzvahcorps@gmail.com.