North Shore Congregation Israel

Weekend Meal Packing is an ongoing program to address food insecurity in our community. Each month, one of our Sunday School classes will have the opportunity to learn about food insecurity and pack bags of food for Highland Park School Students. Adult volunteers are needed to help set up the packing stations, guide students along the assembly line, and load the finished packages into cars.

Join the Brotherhood as they sponsor breakfast for Now More Than Ever, Why Judaism Matters with Rabbi Rami Shapiro. Rabbi Shapiro will speak about "JudaismNext: Envisioning Judaism for the 24th Century, a Manifesto" Program admission is free but registration is preferred.

Join Rabbi Wendi Geffen as we continue the study of the Tractate Brachot, the section of the Talmud responsible for establishing what, when, how, and why Jews pray the way we do. Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/952291770 Meeting ID: 952 291 770 One tap mobile +13126266799,,952291770# US (Chicago) +16465588656,,952291770# US (New York)Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US +1 301 715 8592 US Meeting ID: 952 291 770

A new class is starting soon and will run Winter 2020 through Shavuot of 2021. Adult B'nei Mitzvah is a transformative community-building group learning experience. Study Hebrew prayer and so much more with your NSCI classmates of many ages and backgrounds.

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! North Shore Congregation Israel is a host site for a weekly Families Anonymous meeting. Families Anonymous is a Twelve Step Program for people concerned about drug/alcohol abuse and behavioral problems of a relative. Please enter through the school-wing door on the north side of the building. Meeting is in Kersten on the first floor of the school wing.

Whether seeking support in navigating the circumstances in which we or our loved ones find themselves, together we can create a quiet, gentle time for prayer, meditation, and song that focus on healing and wholeness. During this uncertain time, join Cantor Goldstein for a quiet and contemplative Healing service

This alcohol-free experiential Seder (Passover meal and ritual) is intended for all who are journeying toward recovery, those in recovery, and their loved ones and allies, to celebrate Passover in a safe environment among others who speak the language of recovery. This event is open to the community. All are welcome and attendance is confidential.

Join Rabbi Wendi Geffen in exploration of ancient Jewish spiritual teachings that can strengthen our capacity to live with awareness, generosity and compassion even amidst the most uncertain of times. Sessions will include study, discussion and meditation. No experience necessary. https://zoom.us/j/355398864 Or by phone: 1 312 626 6799 Meeting ID: 355 398 864

A special thank you to concert sponsors: Jim Stone and Madeleine & Harvey Plonsker. a light supper will be provided to those who attend the Kabbalat Shabbat service, which begins at 6:15 pm.

Join us for a meaningful Shabbat experience, including an interactive text study. Check out the NSCI website and our Facebook page for a link to the text sheet.

Join Rabbi Wendi Geffen and volunteers from the Sierra Club for a Shabbat Walk at River Trails Nature Center in Northbrook. After the walk, enjoy the exhibits at the Nature Center. River Trails Nature Center, 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook

ake a few minutes to come together to end Shabbat and look ahead into the new week with Havdalah and singing. Bring your own Havdalah items if you like - all you need is some grape juice or wine, some fragrant spices, and a braided candle or two candles that you can hold together!