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Congregation Am Echod’s goal is to create and foster a warm and inclusive community where we can pursue Gimilut Chasadim (acts of loving kindness).
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High Holiday Services 2023

August 30, 2023

In order to fund High Holiday services, we will require that each family who wishes to attend (in person or via Zoom) purchase a ticket. Tickets are In order to fund High Holiday services, we will require that each family who wishes to attend (in person or via Zoom) purchase a ticket. Tickets are In […]

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Cemetery Rededication Ceremony

June 26, 2023

It was heartening to have such a wonderful community turnout for the rededication of Am Echod Cemetery on Sunday. We were led in prayer and song by Rabbi Bossov and Robert Klein. Additionally, we heard from members of the community, including Waukegan Mayor – Ann Taylor, Congressman Brad Schneider, Anti-Defamation League representative – Trent Spoolstra, […]

From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

Creating High Holiday Memories for Children

Creating High Holiday Memories for Children sdolgov

Yom Kippur
A child blowing a shofar
Finding ways to make the High Holidays meaningful for your child is an important way to nurture their Jewish identity. There are many ways to celebrate at home, like reading books, making crafts, or discussing what the holiday means to you and them.

Jewish Pride + Jewish Community = Strong Jewish Future

Jewish Pride + Jewish Community = Strong Jewish Future jemerman

Summer Youth Experiences
Photo of Rabbi Burkeman and his family at Crane Lake Camp leading Handallah
In North America, our community has been dealing with rising levels of antisemitism and fears about being attacked for the crime of being Jewish. It was against this backdrop that I arrived in the safe haven that is URJ's Crane Lake Camp.

Why is Jewish Summer Camp Important?

Why is Jewish Summer Camp Important? jemerman

Summer Youth Experiences
Photo of a group of kids at summer camp
Jewish summer camps provide children the opportunity to immerse themselves in Jewish culture, engage in ritual and education, challenge themselves physically and spiritually, and prepare to be leaders in and out of the Jewish community.

Meet These Hispanic Jews Impacting the World

Meet These Hispanic Jews Impacting the World jemerman

Hispanic Heritage
Photo of five notable Hispanic Jews Ruth Behar, David Blaine, Quiara Alegria Hudes, Gabe Saporta, and Claudia Sheinbaum
Hispanic Heritage Month takes place from September 15 - October 15 and is a month-long celebration of Latinx history and culture. Meet some notable Hispanic Jews who have made a noteworthy difference in the world-whether that's through influencing policy, magic, or writing a catchy song!