A Different Kind of Reform Jewish Community

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Warm. Thoughtful. Progressive. Personal.


At Kadima, you're not one of hundreds of families. You're part of a community where people know one another, ideas are welcomed, and Judaism is a resource for living a thoughtful, meaningful life. We see religion as being about people. Come see us for a Shabbat Dinner and Service or visit our class, “Jewish Ethics for Personal Spiritual Transformation.” Drop a line at office@nrck.org, or call us at 847-229-9500 or use our contact form /contact/new

Beth Shalom B’nai Zaken Ethiopian Hebrew Congregation

On the Road with Kadima! 

Our Congregation will be visiting Beth Shalom B’nai Zaken Ethiopian Hebrew Congregation on November 14th, 2026. 

Beth Shalom B’nai Zaken EHC is the oldest temple in the Chicago area serving the Black Israelite community.   This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow Jews whose experiences and traditions may be different than our own. Their mission, like Kadima’s, is to foster a vibrant Jewish community through worship, education, and social responsibility. It’s our chance to listen and learn from one another and celebrate our shared Judaism. 

Beth Shalom B’nai Zaken EHC is located at 6601 S Kedzie Ave in Chicago. The Shabbat Service begins at 10:30 am. 

Meet at Kadima at 8:45 am to caravan/carpool together or meet at Beth Shalom by 10:30 am. 

Beth Shalom B'nai Zaken Ethiopian Hebrew CongregationRSVPs and/or Questions?  Email office@nrck.org or call 847-229-9500.  

Become a Kadima Companions

At every Kadima service we recite the words of the Circle of Concern in which we turn our minds and hearts towards those who are suffering and experiencing chronic health challenges that restrict their ability to leave their home and socialize.  You now have the opportunity to not merely remember those congregants who are struggling with the isolation and loneliness associated with their health challenges but to actively visit and compassionately support them. To learn more about becoming a Kadima Companion contact Rabbi Oler by either email or phone.

Email: rabbi@nrck.org or  

Phone: 847-229-9500Kadima Cares!

Anne Frank The Exhibit

Ann Frank Exibit

Join Kadima for a visit to Anne Frank The Exhibit at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry!

 

Sunday, December 6, 2026
Meet at the Museum at 1:30 pm. 

5700 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60637

 

General Admission to museum is $25.95.

Ann Frank Exhibit $19 plus Flex Pass Entry of $10 is $29.00.

Flex Pass Entry allows us to skip the timed entry line and enter the exhibition at our convenience during our visit. 

 

Please buy your tickets as soon as possible at the link below. 
https://www.griffinmsi.org/exhibits/anne-frank-the-exhibition

We can explore other parts of the museum afterward before heading to Snail Thai Cuisine for dinner. Snail Thai is located a 1649 E 55th St in Hyde Park. 

Any questions? Call or email the office. 

Rsvp office@nrck.org or 847-229-9500

Join your Kadima friends at the 21st Chicago Festival of Israeli Cinema!

Tatami at the Chicago Festival of Israeli CinemaWe will be viewing the film Tatami on Sunday, October 18th, 2026 at 2 pm. Meet us at the Wayfarer Theater in Highland Park.

Come early as seats do fill up quickly.

Tatami is a fictional film, mirroring real-life events following the Iranian female judoka and her coach, who travel to the World Judo Championships in Tbilisi, Georgia intent on bringing home Iran’s first gold medal. This includes a possible match with an Israeli athlete, something that the mullahs prohibit.

Buy your tickets as soon as possible online at

https://cfic.eventive.org/In-Person_Schedule/6a84cb4ab8a7897bf28d4995

Tickets do sell out! Following the film we will eat at 4:30 pm. Call 847-229-9500 or wrote office@nrck.org for more details.