Hakafa means "encirclement."
We are a Reform congregation
of people who choose
to have no building,
no board of directors,
and no fund-raising.
Our CIRCLE has been growing
for nearly 40 years. But as we grow,
our intimate, caring, and
welcoming atmosphere remains.
WEEKLY NEWS
New announcements are posted each Wednesday.
NEWSLETTER
Read the current issue of the monthly Circle.
PODCAST
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VOLUNTEER
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YOUNG ADULT GATHERING!
Saturday, April 22
6:00 PM @ Colvin House
(5940 N Sheridan Rd, Chgo)
All young adults in their mid-20s and 30s are invited for music, drinks, and nosh along with young adults who are part of Emanuel Congregation. We will schmooze, share Havdallah, and discuss “Is there a place for me in the Judaism of today and tomorrow?”
RSVP here.
(Type "hakafa" to waive the $18 fee.)
Questions? Rabbi Elder
SHABBAT SHECHINA:
DRAG QUEEN
STORY HOUR
Saturday, April 15 - 11:00 AM
Please join Congregation Hakafa and Emanuel Congregation outdoors in Chicago for a morning of Shabbat stories and songs led by Rabbi Elder along with a special guest from Drag Queen Story Hour! This program is aimed at children ages 0-8 and their caregivers, but families of all ages are welcome.
Email tayalim@hakafa.org
for location details
and with any questions.
KESHER
Wednesday, April 19
7:00 PM
Curt's Cafe in Highland Park
Join us for our annual Jewish Trivia Night! We will schmooze, nosh, and enjoy hot drinks. We hope you will be there!
*Kesher (Hebrew for “Connection”) allows members who are new, recent, or soon-to-be empty nesters, to get to know one another, share ideas, and create new friendships within the congregation. Although geared toward this demographic, all Hakafa members are invited.
PASSOVER 5783
This year, Passover begins at sundown on Wednesday, April 5.
We hope you will celebrate with Hakafa!
CONGREGATIONAL SECOND-NIGHT SEDER
Celebrate the second night of Passover with Hakafa!
Our congregation will be hosting its annual Second-Night Passover Seder on Thursday, April 6 at 6:00 PM at the Winnetka Community House (620 Lincoln Ave, Winnetka) and via Zoom (Meeting ID: 818 0003 5488). Members and their guests are cordially invited to attend this very festive and always memorable event. Expect a traditional seder service, lively music, and wonderful companionship.
Unfortunately, registration has closed for the in-person seder.
If you are not already registered to attend in-person, you are welcome to join us via Zoom.
There is no reservation or fee needed to participate via Zoom.
If you have any questions, please contact
Amy Acri or Judy Rose-Epstein.
YIZKOR SERVICE - LAST DAY OF PASSOVER
Jewish tradition tells us that four times during the year, in addition to the anniversary of the death of a loved one, we are to recall the memories of those who have died. These four times, known as yizkor (remembrance), coincide with major holidays on the Jewish calendar. The last day of Pesach is a day on which yizkor is recited. Please join us for Yizkor on Wednesday, April 12 at 10:00 AM either in-person at the North Shore United Methodist Church (213 Hazel Avenue, Glencoe) or via Zoom (Meeting ID: 852 3252 0986).
Fri, March 31 2023
9 Nisan 5783
Contact Rona Elder if you need the Passcode.
Upcoming Programs and Events
...coming soon!
