Beth Emet The Free Synagogue

08/19/2026

08/18/2026

Tonight!

08/13/2026

RSVP here! https://bethemet.org/event/new-member-shabbat-dinner-come-one-come-all/

08/12/2026

Join us for a relaxed evening of community and celebration as we continue to welcome Rabbi Immerman, to Beth Emet! Bring a picnic dinner for your family and a game to share, and join us on the grass for games, connection, and casual conversation as Shabbat winds down. We’ll close the evening together with Havdalah, marking the end of Shabbat with candles, spices, and song. This event is designed with families with preschool and school-age children in mind, but all are welcome, no matter your age or stage.

08/11/2026

Beth Emet's Social Justice Committee's Fall Kickoff is coming up! Another opportunity to come meet Rabbi Brian Immerman!

07/30/2026

Check out Part One of our interview with Rabbi Brian Immerman. Learn what he’s noticed in his first weeks as Beth Emet’s senior rabbi and what has him most excited to be part of our community! https://bethemet.org/2026/07/getting-to-know-rabbi-immerman-part-one/

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In July, Ma’avar Committee Member, Dick Axelrod, interviewed Rabbi Immerman. Their wide-ranging discussion explored themes from first impressions to hopes for the future. Below is an excerpt (1 of 3) that explores what he’s noticed in his first weeks as Beth Emet’s senior rabbi and what has hi...

07/21/2026

Each summer, Connections for the Homeless and Camp Tecumseh collaborate to make sleepaway camp an option for the Connections children, aged 8-15. The "campership" includes a week at camp with all expenses included! Help 8 kiddos going to camp this summer. Last call for items (https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/RWXURE8IK28K?ref_=wl_share) and one more volunteer-for-packing day next week July 27, 4-5:30 at Connections. Volunteers needed! Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NP0Bm4vEUNs48vlQcADDkpCQ3OBbwKapUxU20x19MTQ/edit?gid=0 =0

07/08/2026

Beth Emet's Dayenu Circle (green team) is making news! "Beth Emet the Free Synagogue has nearly two years of experience with community solar now behind them, and Chris Wynn, a member of the congregation’s green team, is convinced it’s worth the minor amount of extra paperwork it takes to subscribe." https://evanstonroundtable.com/2026/07/07/how-community-solar-helps-beth-emet-fulfill-its-mission/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=City+metered+parking+now+charging+higher+credit+card+fees&utm_source=6&npnl=NTg5OTQxfDcyNmRiZTMxZDQ1ZjU5OGU2MmE5Zjk5MTM3MmQxNjJhNDY0ODhiZjRmYWYxNjFlZmZkNWI1YWMwZjdiMWY4ZWY&utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=City%20metered%20parking%20now%20charging%20higher%20credit%20card%20fees&utm_campaign=City%20metered%20parking%20now%20charging%20higher%20credit%20card%20fees Thank you, Evanston RoundTable!

Evanston's faith organizations have been getting on board with solar energy. The Unitarian Church, Northminster Presbyterian and Immanuel Lutheran are

07/01/2026

Our new Senior Rabbi Brian Immerman is featured in the Evanston Rountable! In the article, he shares his rabbinic philosophy and some exciting words on his new role for Beth Emet.

Take a look at the article here:

Beth Emet the Free Synagogue is set to welcome Rabbi Brian Immerman as its new senior rabbi on July 1 — just the fourth in its 76-year history. Rabbi

07/01/2026

Welcome to Beth Emet, Rabbi Brian Immerman! We are excited for your leadership and teaching and for the many celebrations and moments to come!