Morning Minyan – Monday-Friday 7:45 a.m. In-person & Live Stream
Sunday Morning Minyan 8:45 a.m. In-person & Live Stream
Evening Minyan – Sunday-Thursday 7:45 p.m. In-person & Live Stream
On Federal holidays, Morning Minyan 8:45 a.m. In-person & Live Stream
How do I make an appointment with one of the clergy?
To make an appointment with Rabbi Melman, Rabbi Chapman or Cantor Stoehr, please contact Lisa Weisner, Assistant to the Clergy, by phone at 847-498-4100 ext 29 or by email.
How do I obtain information about Beth Shalom’s Religious School?
Contact Stacy Ybarra, Director of Education at 847-498-5352 or by email.
How do I obtain information about Beth Shalom’s Youth Department?
Contact Michael Schneider, Director of Youth, Family & Young Adult Engagement at 847-498-4100 ext 25 or by email.
What do I need to do to mark important life cycle events (baby naming, birthday, anniversary) as part of the community?
Contact Lisa Weisner, Assistant to the Clergy, by phone at 847-498-4100 ext 29 or by email.
Who do I contact if I wish to host a catered event at the Synagogue?
Contact Maria Catezone, Office Manager, by phone at 847-498-4100 ext 26 or by email.
What should I do if a family member passes away?
Please contact one of the clergy at 847-498-4100.
Rabbi Melman, ext 13
Rabbi Chapman, ext 49
Cantor Stoehr, ext 14
What are the office hours for Congregation Beth Shalom’s main office?
The office is open Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The office is closed on Jewish holidays and major Federal holidays.
Who do I contact if I have a question about my Beth Shalom account?
All questions related to accounts and monthly statements should be directed to Susan Karlinsky, Controller, by phone at 847-498-4100 ext 22 or by email.
Who do I contact to make a contribution to Beth Shalom in honor/memory of someone?
Contact Mara Bernstein at 847-498-4100 ext 10 or by email or you able to make a donation online through your MyCBS account. If Mara is unavailable, most of the CBS Staff is able to take your contribution information as well.
Who do I contact to make a correction to my contact information?
Contact Audrey, by phone at 847-498-4100 ext 46 or by email. You may also make changes to your own account information directly through your MyCBS account!
How do I know if the Congregation or School is closed during inclement weather?
School cancellations will be announced via the synagogue listserve. Our School closings will also be listed on WGNTV/Radio.
How do I have a name placed on the Mishebeirach list?
Contact Lisa Weisner, Assistant to the Clergy, by phone at 847-498-4100 ext 29 or by email.
How can I request a hospital visit by our clergy for a congregant?
Contact Lisa Weisner, Rabbis’ assistant, by phone at 847-498-4100 ext 29 or by email.
I am Jewish, my partner is not. Are we welcome at CBS?
Absolutely. We are a welcoming congregation to interfaith couples. Our clergy would love to talk to you.