North Shore Congregation Israel

3 Conversation with Rabbi Rami Shapiro, The Bernice and Seymour Nordenberg Memorial Scholar in Residence Rabbi Rami M. Shapiro, commonly called "Rabbi Rami", is an author, teacher, and speaker on the subjects of liberal Judaism and contemporary spirituality.

Whether you are new to meditation or have a regular practice, join Rabbi Wendi Geffen for seasonally inspired meditation sessions. Bring your own mat or chair. Generous physical distancing will be enforced. Masks must be worn entering and exiting the session. Open to congregants only. Advance registration is required. Space is limited. (Program will be moved inside into a large open space in case of inclement weather)

Now is the time to record your stories for future generations of family and friends! Write your memoir with a gifted teacher who has taught countless students to record key experiences of their lives over the pass 22 years. You can write your memoir at home form a suggested syllabus or choose your own topic. Class discussions are confidential. Once you have registered for this class the Zoom meeting link will be emailed to you.

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. $72 fee for non-members. RSVP to Sarah at sarahd@nsci.org

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.

Join Rabbis Daniels, Geffen, Greene, and Cantor Goldstein as they discuss compelling topics of our time.

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.

Join Cantor Goldstein for a quiet and contemplative Healing Service. 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 focuses on healing and wholeness.

Since we can’t do it in person this year, please join us via zoom from your home kitchen for a Challah Bake together! Whether you have never baked your challah or are an expert, we will make it easy! We will provide the recipe, ingredient list, and a special Shabbat goodie bag you can pick up @NSCI or have delivered “contact free” to your family ahead of time.

Since we can’t do it in person this year, please join us via zoom from your home kitchen for a Challah Bake together! Whether you have never baked your challah or are an expert, we will make it easy! We will provide the recipe, ingredient list, and a special Shabbat goodie bag you can pick up @NSCI or have delivered “contact free” to your family ahead of time.

Join us for song, story & fun, led by Rabbi Lisa Greene and songleader Toby Pechner. We plan to be outside so please wear a mask, dress for the weather & bring a blanket to sit upon. Leave with a fun bag of do-it-at-home Shabbat supplies. Cost: $10 per family Registration is required. Space is limited.

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.

Join one of our clergy for an abbreviated prayer experience and extended Torah study. This experience includes the reading of the Kaddish list as well as saying Kaddish. Advance registration is required in order to receive the Zoom link.

Let’s close Shabbat all together with a teen-led havdalah service followed by a special concert by this year’s Jeffrey Lasky Memorial Arts Weekend Artist in Residence, Elana Arian.