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Contact Chai is Mishkan Chicago’s podcast feed, where you can hear our Shabbat sermons, Morning Minyans, interviews with Jewish thought leaders, and more.
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- 2 weeks ago28 min
To Be a Good Partner (for God)
Today's episode is a Shabbat Replay of our service from October 24th when Rabbi Lizzi delivered a sermon on the original iconoclast, Avram the idol smasher. When we follow the example of Abraham of bucking convention to do what is right, life won't be easy, but that authenticity allows us to partner with God in creating a new world. If you haven't already, please smash that subscribe button and leave us a five star review wherever you listen. And consider donating to our 5787 Tzedakah campai...
- 3 weeks ago14 min
Gilgamesh and the Witness Bearers
Today's episode is a Shabbat Replay of our service from October 16th when Rabbi Julie delivered a drash on the story of Noah. Scholars allege that the biblical flood may have taken inspiration from the Epic of Gilgamesh, but its intended message appears to be quite distinct from other ancient deluge tales. What does the unfolding saga of Genesis teach us about humanity's relationship with our Creator? We have appreciated your flood of ratings and reviews — keep 'em coming! Although preferabl...
- 3 weeks ago54 min
Why Wear the Palestinian Flag on A Kippah? A Conversation with Israeli Educator Alex Sinclair
Rabbi Lizzi is joined by Alex Sinclair, noted Israeli academic and celebrated author who was detained for wearing a kippah with both Israeli and Palestinian flags. Do you appreciate this dose of Jewish inspiration? Support Mishkan's 5787 Tzedakah Campaign! https://secure.givelively.org/donate/mishkan-chicago/mishkan-high-holidays-2026-5787-tzedakah-campaign *** For upcoming Shabbat services and programs, check our event calendar, and see our Accessibility & Inclusion page for information ...
- 4 weeks ago24 min
Division and the Divine Image — On Zohran Mamdani's 10/7 Vigil
Today's episode is a Shabbat Replay of our service on October 10th, when Rabbi Steven delivered a drash reflecting on the polarized reception to an October 7th vigil attended by New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Did the mayor's statements downplay the suffering of Israelis or did they dismiss the oppression Palestinians? Both? Neither? The answer may lie in the very first chapter of Genesis. Do you appreciate this dose of Jewish inspiration? Support Mishkan's 5787 Tzedakah Campaign! https:...
- Oct 7, 202649 min
Reflections On October 7th — Morning Minyan
On the anniversary of October 7th, we gathered to reflect on poetry and prayers written about the evil endured on this day, the cruelties inflicted afterward, and our undying hope for peace. Donate to Hersch's Fridge, the first kosher community fridge in the country: https://www.solu.us/fridgedonate"If I Must Die, Let It Be a Tale" by Refaat Alareer: https://poets.org/poem/if-i-must-die-let-it-be-tale"One Tiny Seed" by Rachel Goldberg-Polin: https://forward.com/fast-forward/573260/one-tiny-se...
- Oct 1, 202631 min
Sukkot Hallel — Morning Minyan
Every weekday at 8:00 am, Mishkan Chicago holds a virtual Morning Minyan. You can join in yourself, or listen to all the prayer, music, and inspiration right here on Contact Chai. https://mishkan.shulcloud.com/form/reg-morning-minyan-evergreen Support inspired, down-to-earth Judaism by donating to our 5787 Tzedakah campaign. https://secure.givelively.org/donate/mishkan-chicago/mishkan-high-holidays-2026-5787-tzedakah-campaign Produced by Mishkan Chicago. Transcript
- Sep 25, 202633 min
The Symbolism of Sukkot — Morning Minyan
You can watch our Yizkor service and slideshow from Yom Kippur 5787 here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QlcUpDVahWE Every weekday at 8:00 am, Mishkan Chicago holds a virtual Morning Minyan. You can join in yourself, or listen to all the prayer, music, and inspiration right here on Contact Chai. https://mishkan.shulcloud.com/form/reg-morning-minyan-evergreen Support inspired, down-to-earth Judaism by donating to our 5787 Tzedakah campaign. https://secure.givelively.org/donate/mishkan-chicago...
- Sep 22, 202627 min
Six Jewish Values To Remember in America in 5787
The year is new but the problems are ancient! At Yom Kippur 5787, Rabbi Lizzi looked to Torah and tradition for precedent and prescriptions for our modern woes. Do you appreciate this dose of Jewish inspiration? Support Mishkan's 5787 Tzedakah Campaign! https://secure.givelively.org/donate/mishkan-chicago/mishkan-high-holidays-2026-5787-tzedakah-campaign *** For upcoming Shabbat services and programs, check our event calendar, and see our Accessibility & Inclusion page for information abo...
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