Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation - JRC

“…we as a community know that Pride is a Jewish value, a Christian value, a Buddhist value and an ‘everybody’ value that we all need to be here and celebrate.” ~Rabbi Rachel Weiss 🌈

Interfaith Family Pridefest brings musical joy to Evanston - Windy City Times The third annual Interfaith Family Pridefest was held June 14 at Raymond Park in Evanston. The free event celebrated LGBTQ+ families and featured performances by the Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus, Evanston Folk Choir, Full Spectrum Bluegrass q***r collective and True Colors Drag Troupe. The Chicago G.....

Just a few of the JRC members at Jewish Council on Urban Affairs Acts of Change 2026. We are proud to partner with JCUA, an organization whose mission is to combat poverty, racism, and antisemitism.

JRC’s amazing Tech Team (members, Alex, Brad, David, and Mike, and ED Micky). Did you know that nearly all of JRC’s services are multi-access? This group’s mission is to ensure accessibility for all—but sometimes they just like to hang out 😊.

We are so fortunate to be a part of such an open and inclusive interfaith community here in Evanston. And we are forever grateful to Chief Stewart and the EPD for their joyful support and partnership. Our community stretches far beyond the walls of JRC.

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Visit us at Evanston’s interfaith Family Pride Fest today! The only interfaith family pride event in the country. 2-5 at Raymond Park. It’s free to attend!
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Morah Debbie’s Young Family Shabbat at the Lake, Fridays all summer at 5:30 pm. Open to all! 🌈❤️


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From mom to daughter, l’dor v’dor. After 12 years on the JRC Board it’s time to pass the torch to the next generation (literally!). Thank you Hannah for your years of incredible leadership, and welcome Miriam, our new Youth Board Member!

Kickin’ off Pride. We are sad to say goodbye to Rabbi Deborah Waxman and Christina Ager. Until next time!

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