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Separating Church and State
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Humanistic Judaism is a product of the American system. With no established state churches or synagogues, individuals were free to create their own Jewish communities based on their own beliefs and values. And with the 20th century increase in the legal separation of religion and government (which was not only the case), a secular philosophy like Humanism became more acceptable as a mainstream option. Yet in the 21st Century, we see renewed attempts to impose religion in general and even Christianity on the public square. What is the real history of separating religion and government, and how can that understanding help us address the issues we face today? Watch these fascinating adult education sessions with Rabbi Chalom to learn more.
Part 1: Historical Background
Part 2: Present and Future
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Friday, July 26, 7:30pm
North Shore Unitarian Church & on Zoom
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In his Unweaving the Rainbow, Richard Dawkins considers the long odds against life evolving and our individual existence and then writes, “In the teeth of these stupefying odds it is you and I, in our ordinariness, that are here. We privileged few, who won the lottery of birth against all odds.” How can feeling fortunate to be alive provide meaning for Humanists?
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Saturday, July 27, 7:00pm
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Join us for our July Winers gathering at the home of Laura and Ken Burk. Please RSVP to winers@kolhadash.com - hope to see you!
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Do you have news? We'd love to share it. Engagements, Weddings, Babies, B Mitzvahs, Anniversaries, Graduations, Awards, Nominations, Appointments, Honors, Achievements. Email Jeremy in the office at info@KolHadash.com with YOUR news.
Honor a mitzvah, wedding, a yartzheit, passing, or other special event with a donation. Celebrate a friend or loved one or wish them well in a time of difficulty by making a donation in their honor.
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Mondays at 11:45am
Di Pescara in Northbrook Court
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Join us at Di Pescara’s in Northbrook Court for canasta & lunch. Great fun! Everyone invited! Questions? Contact Joyce Hirsch 847-446-6949 or jah231@comcast.net
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Wednesday, August 7, 7:30pm
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ATTENTION LADIES: Please join us for the online Women's Chat Group on Wednesday, August 7th, at 7:30 p.m. It is a wonderful way to socialize without leaving your home. Please contact Judy Rosenzweig at jwr449@att.net if you have any questions.
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The Illinois Holocaust Museum:
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Sunday, August 18, 10:00am-1:00pm
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Due to popular demand we have added a second tour of the museum on August 18!
Join Kol Hadash member Mark Friedman on Sunday, August 18, 10AM-1PM, for a unique experience at the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center. Mark is a certified Education Docent at the museum and will lead a customized tour of the museum’s primary exhibit.
On this discussion tour Mark invites participants to apply a Humanist’s critical-thinking, human-focused lens as they attempt to comprehend causes, events, and meanings of the Holocaust. Participants will be encouraged to:
• Dive deeper than a review of historical events and seek historical empathy with victims, bystanders, upstanders, and perpetrators.
• Confront common misconceptions about human behavior -- both good and evil.
• Move beyond sentiments such as “Honoring their memories” and “Never again” to grapple with difficult truths relevant to our present day.
This tour will encompass the museum’s Zev & Shifra Karkomi Holocaust Exhibit and will include the museum’s groundbreaking Interactive Holograms: Survivor Stories Experience. The tour is limited to 15 people (adults and high school-age teens). Cost is $18 adults for adults; $12 for seniors; $8 for students. If interest exceeds 15 people, a second tour date may be added in August. Museum members may attend free of charge but do need to register in advance with Kol Hadash.
RSVP to reserve your spot by clicking the button below; contact Mark Friedman with questions.
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A Documentary of October 7
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While some have questioned what happened to Israeli women on October 7, this Sheryl Sandburg-sponsored documentary film tells the hard truth. Held on Tuesday, July 23 at Ezra-Habonim synagogue at 4500 Dempster in Skokie, doors open at 6pm for a 6:30pm screening with discussion to follow. Because of difficult content, this program is only for viewers 18+. View more information and pre-register (mandatory) at https://www.chicagojewishalliance.org/screams_before_silence.
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