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We affirm that everyone is a stakeholder and community matters.
We understand that Judaism has something to offer everyone.
We nourish our deep roots. We grow. We believe in the possible.
We value diversity. We are young and young at heart.
We are NSCI.
Sermon of the week
Did you miss the sermon from Friday night's Kabbalat Shabbat service? Don't fret because you can watch the sermon of the week right here!
At Friday night's Kabbalat Shabbat service, Rabbi Greene invites us to bring mindfulness and humility to our words, while reflecting on Balak, the week's Torah portion.
Upcoming events
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Saturday ,
JulJuly 19 , 2025
Saturday, Jul 19th 9:30a to 11:00a
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Sunday ,
JulJuly 20 , 2025
Sunday, Jul 20th 12:45p to 4:00p
Jews in Sports Tell-All on Zoom Led by Ed Sherman; free We’ll connect on Zoom before attending the Cubs game on Sunday, July 20th, and hear from NSCI congregant and former Chicago Tribune Sports Reporter of 25+ years, Ed Sherman, on the topic of Jews and sports. Attend the Cubs Game at Wrigley Field $36 per person; includes your ticket to the game All NSCI 20- and 30-year-olds are invited for this exciting summer outing, classic Chicago style! We’ll meet up outside of Wrigley Field, the second oldest baseball stadium in the Major Leagues, at 12:45 pm before attending the Chicago Cubs vs. Boston Red Sox baseball game! Register for one or both of these exciting opportunities for summer fun and connection. -
Monday ,
JulJuly 21 , 2025
Monday, Jul 21st 11:45a to 12:45p
Join Rabbi Geffen for a brief introduction to Talmud. Texts will be provided and no prior experience is required. -
Monday ,
JulJuly 21 , 2025
Monday, Jul 21st 1:00p to 2:00p
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.
youth education
Jewish education that’s inspiring, enlightening, thought-provoking, powerful, and even fun. We create a unique environment to bring forth the vibrancy of our faith. Come see how choice, hands-on learning, progressive education, and teaching to the individual fuels our one-of-a-kind experience.
For more information, call Dr. Roberta Goodman at the Goodman Center for Jewish Education at 847.835.7258.
Fri, July 18 2025
22 Tammuz 5785