Welcome to Temple Sholom, Galesburg, IL

 

Entrance to Temple Sholom on a summer's day.
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Children look on as the sofer explains the process of repairing a Torah scroll
Bimah with 3 Torah scrolls in ark
Sofer with Temple congregants
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Breaking of the fast 2010

Recent updates

Fall 2022 Temple Bulletin

September 6, 2022 by • Tags: •

FALL, 2022 Contents: Message from President Faye Schulz Message from Jennie Bunde High Holiday Schedule 5783 / 2022 Shabbat Services Schedule  News and Events Mazel Tov, Toda Raba, Mi Shebeirach, and Farewells Save the Date 2022 / 5783 Festival Schedule Updates, Donation Info, and Links PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE: A few years ago when I was flying […]

New COVID-19 Policy for meeting in-person at the Temple

June 19, 2022 by •

New COVID-19 Policy for meeting in-person at the Temple:  At its June 7th meeting, the Temple Board approved a new policy for meeting in-person at the Temple, making vaccination optional while leaving in place a requirement to wear a mask; masks can be removed while eating or drinking. Explanation: This policy recognizes the important value […]

Summer 2022 Bulletin

June 19, 2022 by • Tags: •

  Summer 2022 Temple Sholom Monroe & North Streets P.O. Box 501 Galesburg, IL 60402-0501 Contents: Message from President Faye Schulz Message from Rabbi Henry Jay Karp Shabbat & Holiday Services Schedule, Winter / Spring 2022 Board News Mazel Tov, Todah Raba, and Farewell Save the Date News, Info, and Links Donations PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE: “Searching […]

From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

Portrait of the Artist as a Young Jewish Man

Portrait of the Artist as a Young Jewish Man jemerman November 29, 2022

Arts and Culture
Anthony Hopkins in the film Armageddon Time
Two films from acclaimed Jewish filmmakers have debuted during award season this year, each taking semi-autobiographical looks at troubled childhoods. Each picture delivers award-worthy performances from many well-known actors, including Anthony Hopkins and Michelle Williams as sure bets to score Oscar nominations.

Affirming and Loving Transgender, Non-Binary, and Gender Expansive Grandchildren

Affirming and Loving Transgender, Non-Binary, and Gender Expansive Grandchildren jemerman November 22, 2022

Classes and Learning
female and male symbol combined and written with chalk
The Union for Reform Judaism, Jewish Grandparents Network, and Keshet are collaborating on a series of conversations to support grandparents and other loving adults who are interested in providing affirming spaces for gender expansive, non-binary, and transgender young people. These sessions provide grandparents with foundational knowledge, shared language, and inclusive practices.

The Beauty Queen of Jerusalem Looks at Israel’s Sephardi Roots

The Beauty Queen of Jerusalem Looks at Israel’s Sephardi Roots jemerman November 15, 2022

Israeli Arts and Culture
the cast of The Beauty Queen of Jerusalem on Netflix
American audiences may be unaware of the remarkable new series, The Beauty Queen of Jerusalem, which debuted on Netflix earlier this year. This award-winning TV show follows in the footsteps of other acclaimed Israeli exports like Shtisel and Fauda.

Native American Heritage Month: Continued Support for the Indigenous Population is a Necessity

Native American Heritage Month: Continued Support for the Indigenous Population is a Necessity jemerman November 15, 2022

Native American issues
an image of a teepee in front of the Washington monument in Washington DC
In November, we celebrate Native American Heritage Month. Unfortunately, much of North America is just beginning to recognize the contributions of Indigenous peoples.