Beth Emet The Free Synagogue

Beth Emet The Free Synagogue We are a consciously inclusive Jewish community rooted in joy, care, learning, & action.

Inspired by our 75-year history of freedom of the pulpit, we are dedicated to innovative, intergenerational practice; participatory Judaism; & courageous response. Beth Emet is a diverse, multigenerational Reform community with a dynamic approach to Judaism. Our congregation seeks to create a spiritually vibrant, socially conscious, intellectually challenging, and deeply caring environment firmly

rooted in Jewish tradition and values. We are proud of our innovative worship services, youth programming, lifelong learning opportunities, interfaith engagement, and social justice initiatives.

05/27/2026

HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY of Illinois in the House of Representatives spoke Thursday, May 21st about our wonderful Rabbi Andrea London:

“I rise today to honor Rabbi Andrea C. London, of Beth Emet The Free Synagogue in Evanston, Illinois. Rabbi London’s retirement after many years of devoted and passionate spiritual leadership for our congregation and the broader Evanston community marks a meaningful moment of transition and celebration. —I know she will continue her great work in our community, making a meaningful difference in the lives of so many. I am proud to call her my rabbi, and forever proud to call her my friend,” Schakowsky said.

Rabbi London will accept a City of Evanston Proclamation honoring her on June 8.

Tonight!
05/21/2026

Tonight!

Another congratulations, Sarina Elenbogen Siegel was ordained as a cantor at Hebrew Union College on Sunday, May 4. Rabb...
05/17/2026

Another congratulations, Sarina Elenbogen Siegel was ordained as a cantor at Hebrew Union College on Sunday, May 4. Rabbi London was in attendance. Mazal tov, Sarina!

Beth Emet's very talented art teacher, Lynn Friend, received the JUF Education Impact Award on Sunday, May 4. Educators ...
05/17/2026

Beth Emet's very talented art teacher, Lynn Friend, received the JUF Education Impact Award on Sunday, May 4. Educators from around Chicagoland gathered for the award ceremony and Teacher Appreciation Week event.

In her acceptance, Lynn spoke of her love of teaching, the importance of meeting students where they are and the many people who have inspired her over the years.

Congratulations Lynn!

05/17/2026

How good it is! L’hitra’ot!

It’s closing day at Beit Sefer. Thank you to everyone—Rabbi London, Cantor Young, cantorial intern Jeremy Berkun, teache...
05/17/2026

It’s closing day at Beit Sefer. Thank you to everyone—Rabbi London, Cantor Young, cantorial intern Jeremy Berkun, teachers, Madrichol, Melinda Valverde, Director of Youth Engagement Emmie Weprin, and Director of Lifelong Learning Lauren Reeves!

Mazal Tov, Cantor Natalie Miriam Young, on being this year's recipient of the American Cantors Conference Ba'al Chazon A...
05/04/2026

Mazal Tov, Cantor Natalie Miriam Young, on being this year's recipient of the American Cantors Conference Ba'al Chazon Award for vision in sacred music!!! We are kvelling over here!

We're thrilled to announce that Cantor Natalie Young is the recipient of the 2026 ACC Ba’al Chazon Award for Vision in Sacred Music! The Ba’al Chazon awardsrecognize the wide range of the American Conference of Cantors (ACC) members’ cantorial talents. They highlight the broad scope of efforts...

Happening today!
04/26/2026

Happening today!

Happy Earth Day! See you this Sunday at the Evanston Ecology Center!

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