Worship & Prayer

December 2023

Hanukkah with Chicago a cappella

First Night of Hanukkah with Chicago a cappella The beloved Chicago a cappella singers are coming to Har Zion on the first night of Hanukkah with a wonderful and spiritual journey through the music of Hanukkah. Join us before the concert for a latke meal. Click below to purchase concert tickets.   ...
07 Dec
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Temple Har Zion
1040 North Harlem Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305

Friday Evening Kabbalat Shabbat Service

The Kabbalat Shabbat evening services is a joyous occasion — a time to remember that God ceased work on the seventh day, and that we too should take time to rest and restore our energy. It’s a time of peace, of connection and of gratitude. Candle lighting is at 4:02pm today. Click below for more […] ...
08 Dec
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Saturday Morning Shabbat Service

On Saturday mornings, Har Zion has a traditional Shacharit service using a variety of traditional, modern, cantorial, and Hassidic melodies. The service is usually lead by Rabbi Glick and Cantor Figa, with our executive director and Torah reader for more than 20 years, Charles Shapera, reading Torah. A member of the congregation generally chants haftarah. […] ...
09 Dec
10:00 AM - 12:15 PM
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Lights and Latkes Dinner

Bring your menorah to the temple and light the candles for the seventh day of Hanukkah with friends, and enjoy a latke dinner! This celebration is perfectly timed for Koven Religious School students and their families, because it is immediately following Wednesday classes. ...
13 Dec
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Friday Evening Kabbalat Shabbat Service

The Kabbalat Shabbat evening services is a joyous occasion — a time to remember that God ceased work on the seventh day, and that we too should take time to rest and restore our energy. It’s a time of peace, of connection and of gratitude. Candle lighting is at 4:02pm today. Click below for more […] ...
15 Dec
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
A page of sheet music.

Musical Shabbat

A Friday night or Shabbat morning at Har Zion might include an inspiring but child-friendly musical service with the Har Zion Davening Team, and space for our youngest where they can sing, dance, and play together during the service. Registration is required when a meal is provided.   ...
15 Dec
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Mom and two children sitting at a table with a little food smiling.

Ta’am Shel Shabbat/ Taste of Shabbat

Join Ms. Claudine for a short Shabbat service for young children ages 1-7 along with their special adults followed by a child-friendly meal. Friday, October 27, 2023 • 12 Cheshvan 5784 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Friday, December 15, 2023 • 3 Tevet 5784 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Registration required for meal.  Register Now ...
15 Dec
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Temple Har Zion
1040 North Harlem Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305

Saturday Morning Shabbat Service

On Saturday mornings, Har Zion has a traditional Shacharit service using a variety of traditional, modern, cantorial, and Hassidic melodies. The service is usually lead by Rabbi Glick and Cantor Figa, with our executive director and Torah reader for more than 20 years, Charles Shapera, reading Torah. A member of the congregation generally chants haftarah. […] ...
16 Dec
10:00 AM - 12:15 PM
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Friday Evening Kabbalat Shabbat Service

The Kabbalat Shabbat evening services is a joyous occasion — a time to remember that God ceased work on the seventh day, and that we too should take time to rest and restore our energy. It’s a time of peace, of connection and of gratitude. Candle lighting is at 4:05pm today. Click below for more […] ...
22 Dec
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Saturday Morning Shabbat Service

On Saturday mornings, Har Zion has a traditional Shacharit service using a variety of traditional, modern, cantorial, and Hassidic melodies. The service is usually lead by Rabbi Glick and Cantor Figa, with our executive director and Torah reader for more than 20 years, Charles Shapera, reading Torah. A member of the congregation generally chants haftarah. […] ...
23 Dec
10:00 AM - 12:15 PM
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