Honoring Tradition. Creating New Ones.
Welcome to Am Yisrael.
Founded in 1968, Am Yisrael is dedicated to being the liberal voice of the Conservative movement. We strive to be a congregation that includes all persons, embracing differences of marital status, family structure, sexual orientation, gender and its expression, age, mental and physical health and ability. Musical instruments are incorporated into our services in an effort to stir the soul, intensify emotions and revivify centuries-old prayer.
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, December 3 - 12:00 AM
Before the clock strikes midnight...remember to make your year end appeal to Am Yisrael!
Thursday, December 4 - 9:30 AM
Our Am Yisrael Thursday stitching social group meets every week at 9:30 a.m. Bring your own project!
Friday, December 5 - 10:00 AM
Join us for Mahjong & Canasta! AY's newest social club meets every Friday starting 12/05! Bring your sets!
Friday, December 5 - 6:00 PM
SJS and Day School students help lead Shabbat Services on Friday December 5th, 12th and January 9th at 6:00pm.
Sunday, December 14 - 4:00 PM
Chicago Sings featuring Cantor Rosenblatt and friends! Bring your menorah! Sing along with the pop-up choir!
Wednesday, December 17 - 6:00 PM
Chanukah candle lighting in the courtyard! Celebrate as a community with the lighting of your own menorah. Dress for the weather! There will be warmers, dreidels & hot cocoa, too!
Friday, December 19 - 5:15 PM
Chanukah at Am Yisrael! Latke and Donut Bar Friday, December 19 at 5:15pm prior to Shabbat services at 6pm
Sunday, December 28 - 12:00 AM
There are many way to support Family Promise! How would you like to contribute?
Thursday, January 1 - 12:00 AM
Send Mishloach Manot gifts to our community -- and this year, to your family and friends too!
Monday, January 12 - 1:00 PM
Music Mondays with Cantor Rosenblatt! Bring your listening ears as we explore and discuss Jewish music of all different genres and time periods.
Join Us for Services
Candlighting
KABBALAT SHABBAT in-person and offered on livestream
Shabbat services Friday evenings at 6:00 p.m.
SHABBAT MORNING in-person and offered on livestream
Shabbat mornings at 9:30 a.m.
WEEKLY MINYAN in-person and offered on livestream
Sunday morning minyan at 9:15 a.m.
Our Community
Am Yisrael is an engaging, friendly community. New members are welcomed enthusiastically. There are numerous “special interest” groups, such as our Shabbat morning regular attendees, Friday evening regular attendees, daily minyan participants, SJS (School of Jewish Studies) families, adult education students, Women’s Network, Men’s Emeritus Group, and more.
Support Am Yisrael
Your generous support makes a difference. Click here to donate to specific funds, or contact Rabbi Newman Kamin or Nancy Holab Nevins to discuss other options. We rely on and deeply appreciate your generosity!
Come Visit Us
We’re delighted you would like to visit our community! We are located at 4 N. Happ Road in Northfield, IL.
