Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation of Evanston, IL

Welcome to JRC: Sustainable Judaism for the 21st Century

JRC is a Jewish community known for our joyful spirituality, life-long learning, and a deep commitment to social justice. Located in Evanston, Illinois, our members come from all parts of Chicago and its suburbs. We are an inclusive congregation, reflecting the rich diversity of the American Jewish community - our JRC family includes interfaith families, blended families, young people, senior adults, people of color, and gays and lesbians.

JRC is much more than a synagogue - we are a community committed to a Judaism that makes a difference in our lives and in the world.

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The Excursion with Bill Rubin
March 14, 2010
A complete history of Israel (in only two hours!)

Concert: Billy Jonas Family "Fun-raiser"
March 14, 2010
See one of NPR's 2009 Best Music for Kids honorees right here at JRC!

Religious School Jump-Up Day
March 14, 2010
Your child can jump in to our Religious School to see what it's like

Maot Chitim Pesach Food Packing
March 14, 2010
Help pack and deliver food to less fortunate Jews in the Chicago area

Erev Shabbat Family Service & Shabbat Shirah
March 19, 2010
Bring your favorite musical instrument to play along with Stephanie Gratch!

Susan Stone: Plastic on the Sofa, and Other Transparencies
March 20, 2010
Savor these Jewish stories, old and new

JRC Seeks a New Executive Director
Click here for complete details and to download the job description ...

Sunday, March 14
Come see Billy Jonas - a family "fun-raising" concert!
We love Billy and you will, too! His latest kids' album, Happy Accidents, was named on USA Today's 2009 Best Family Music list. If that's not enough to convince you, think of the children: proceeds will benefit JRC's Early Childhood music program - a great concert for a great cause!

$12.50, JRC members (in advance); $15, non-members and at the door. Children under age 1 get in free. Buy tickets online or at the JRC office today. Tell everyone you know!

Sign up for Summer Camp
Join us for summertime fun at JRC. We offer five exciting weeks of play and learning for 3-6 year olds and a special camp for toddlers. The registration deadline is March 15, so act now. Learn more and register your child ...

About Our Rabbi
Rabbi Brant Rosen has been listed in Newsweek as one of the “Top 25 Pulpit Rabbis in America,” but that’s not why we love and respect him. If you would like to learn more about Rabbi Rosen, click here.