
Exploring Judaism with David Schwartz
Jun 30, 2025Explore various topics, including holidays, stories, prayers, and Pirkei Avot, on Zoom with Har Zion Education Director David Schwartz.
View Event DetailsWe invite you to explore Temple Har Zion and embrace a modern and upbeat approach to Jewish tradition and spiritual growth.
We are a warm and welcoming community for individuals and families of all backgrounds. Our congregation is home to a diverse group united by a dedication to Judaism and a love of the Jewish people. From young families raising their children to seniors sharing their experiences, Temple Har Zion nurtures faith and friendship. We pray, learn, and live, inspired by our Jewish faith, tradition and each other.
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ABOUT USWe welcome guests from all backgrounds and observance levels. We have opportunities for learning and spiritual growth whatever your knowledge.
EXPLORE OUR COMMUNITYDiscover our multigenerational and joyous community, where everyone knows your name. We invite you to visit us for a tour and ask any questions.
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Explore various topics, including holidays, stories, prayers, and Pirkei Avot, on Zoom with Har Zion Education Director David Schwartz.
View Event DetailsThe temple office and building are closed on most US Federal holidays.
View Event DetailsHar Zion Preschool closes on River Forest and public school holidays and on the major Jewish Holidays.
View Event DetailsWelcome Shabbat with family and friends in Har Zion’s beautiful foyer, and enjoy lighting Shabbat candles before the service. Bring your own, or we will provide one.
View Event DetailsJoin us for Shabbat Morning services. Featuring a variety of traditional, modern, cantorial, and Hassidic melodies, the service is lead by Rabbi Glick and Cantor Figa. Service at 10 AM and Kiddush to follow
View Event DetailsExplore various topics, including holidays, stories, prayers, and Pirkei Avot, on Zoom with Har Zion Education Director David Schwartz.
View Event DetailsJoin the Har Zion community for a volunteer afternoon at the Greater Chicago Food Depository, repacking bulk donations into more manageable sizes.
View Event DetailsHar Zion member Kate Oxsen is teaching a series of classes on the Book of Ruth on Thursday evenings, beginning in July.
View Event DetailsWelcome Shabbat with family and friends in Har Zion’s beautiful foyer, and enjoy lighting Shabbat candles before the service. Bring your own, or we will provide one.
View Event DetailsJoin us for Shabbat Morning services. Featuring a variety of traditional, modern, cantorial, and Hassidic melodies, the service is lead by Rabbi Glick and Cantor Figa. Service at 10 AM and Kiddush to follow
View Event DetailsKnow how to read Hebrew but not sure what the prayers mean? This new class will help you take the next steps on your Hebrew journey and feel more comfortable in prayer settings.
View Event DetailsExplore various topics, including holidays, stories, prayers, and Pirkei Avot, on Zoom with Har Zion Education Director David Schwartz.
View Event DetailsThe Sisterhood Book Club invites you to discuss The Woman They Could Not Silence by Kate Moore, the real-life struggle of an outspoken advocate for women, who lived in the mid-19th century.
View Event DetailsWelcome Shabbat with family and friends in Har Zion’s beautiful foyer, and enjoy lighting Shabbat candles before the service. Bring your own, or we will provide one.
View Event DetailsJoin us for Shabbat Morning services. Featuring a variety of traditional, modern, cantorial, and Hassidic melodies, the service is lead by Rabbi Glick and Cantor Figa. Service at 10 AM and Kiddush to follow
View Event DetailsTot Shabbat begins with time for the children to play and their adults to schmooze (chat), followed by and for a short, age-appropriate service.
View Event DetailsKnow how to read Hebrew but not sure what the prayers mean? This new class will help you take the next steps on your Hebrew journey and feel more comfortable in prayer settings.
View Event DetailsCome kibitz with members of the Jewish Waldheim—Stories and Memories Facebook group at an informal meet and greet!
View Event DetailsPianist Heather Peterson and Summer Ice Cream Social in Gottlieb Hall. “Gershwin, Copland, Joplin and others, capped with Debussy.”
View Event DetailsExplore various topics, including holidays, stories, prayers, and Pirkei Avot, on Zoom with Har Zion Education Director David Schwartz.
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