As part of a temple consortium for the Thanksgiving Feed the Hungry Program, Temple Jeremiah is collecting winter supplies for men and children this year. For men we need 150 pairs of quality, warm socks and 75 pairs of warm gloves and hats. For children, we need 50 pairs of
As the 2020 election is only weeks away, Temple Jeremiah has compiled the following resources to help members to have their voices heard at the polls! Voter FAQ and Resources How to Register Online Am I Registered to Vote? Absentee Ballot for Cook County Early Voting Sites for
In honor of National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, Everytown for Gun Saftey published a report on the rise of firearm suicide among our country's youth. As this issue touches on Temple Jeremiah's Gun Saftey and Mental Health advocacy platforms, we invite you to read the report and consider taking the
To boost morale during this period of remote learning, the team at Whittier Elementary has developed a plan to offer toys as incentives for strong student attendance and participation. Temple Jeremiah has volunteered to help fill Whittier Elementary's closet with toy incentives! To donate toys, simply visit Whittier Elementary's
Give back while celebrating Yom Kippur! Drop off food and toiletry donations for The ARK to the pods in Temple Jeremiah’s South Parking Lot. Also, learn about how to participate as a voter and volunteer in the upcoming election.
In this week’s Torah portion, the world of the Israelites lost their beloved leader, their icon, Moses. “Put this song in their mouths,” God says, “so that the words may become a witness for Me against them.” God knew that once the Israelites got comfortable in their new land,
The enduring legacy of slavery and more than four hundred years of systemic racism have created a public health emergency in the United States. Racial inequality influences public health statistics: in communities of color, rates of COVID-19 and chronic health conditions are higher, which increases the incidence of infant
To learn more about our Rosh HaShanah calendar, click here. Erev Rosh HaShanah WorshipDigital I Friday, September 18 I 6:30 p.m.An inspiring worship experience to welcome the New Year 5781 through prayer, music, and study. Worship will include Dr. Scott Levin’s first temple presidential address. Check your email Friday for
We put together lots of crafts projects for families to do together! Make Your Own Shofar Follow the simple instructions to make your very own shofar by clicking here. Make sure to bring your shofar to Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Worship! Make a Letting Go Collage A big part of
More than 70 million people worldwide have left home to escape conflict and persecution. This number of displaced people surpasses all previous records, including those from the aftermath of WWI. At the moment, refugees—meaning those forced to flee their country for fear of persecution, war, or violence—account for about
