West Suburban Temple Har Zion

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Come experience Har Zion's vibrant and diverse Jewish community as we find new ways to imbue our lives with Judaism. Families/individuals/seekers welcome.

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B’ruchim Ha’baim – Welcome
Come experience West Suburban Temple Har Zion’s vibrant Jewish community. Join with our diverse and dynamic community as we find new ways to imbue our lives with Jewish wisdom, prayer, learning, social action and the celebration of Jewish life together. No matter where you are in your journey, we welcome individuals, Families/Interfaith families, and seekers to nourish your spiritual life with us. Explore and celebrate the joys of Jewish life:
• Explore our site and visit a program or service.
• Have coffee with our Outreach, Membership and Engagement Coordinator (OMEC) or Rabbi. [email protected]; [email protected]
• Call the office at 708-366-9000 or ask a question we will make sure it is answered by by the appropriate staff, clergy or board member.

Mission

Serving the spiritual, religious, educational, charitable, social and cultural needs of our congregants, and K'lal Yisrael, the wider Jewish community.

Address: 1040 Harlem Ave, River Forest, IL 60305, USA

Phone: (708) 366-9000

Website

gro.zhtsw@rebresc

State: Illinois

City: River Forest

Zip Code: 60305

Opening Hours

Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

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Reviews

Four generations of my family have been nurtured here since 1953.

 8 years ago (27-08-2017)

I am a long-time member of WSTHZ; my kids grew up in the shul from preschool through Hebrew High.  I have found the Temple community to be warm, welcoming and nurturing throughout.  My husband, who is extremely supportive but not Jewish, feels the same.  Our community has supported us through difficult health issues and celebrated with us many simchas.  Our children were mentored and encouraged at every turn by Temple members, Rabbi Mirelman and Cantor Figa, were very active in USY and attended Shabbat services weekly.  Even though our children are now grown and do not live in the area any longer, we all still feel like WSTHZ is a second home.  Our current Rabbi, Adir Glick, is an excellent fit for our community with a deep religious and spiritual background and an open, kind nature.  I highly recommend WSTHZ to those shopping for a shul; you will not be disappointed but will be uplifted.

 9 years ago (18-12-2016)

I finally decided to tell my view. It took a few years but now it's time. 
Speaking from experience, besides a few kind Jews that used to be there, like Alicia, most everyone else there is fake as can be!  They do not really practice real Judaism. It's all about money!  
I have watched them turning people away from coming into high holiday services because they did not have tickets. Tickets that cost a lot of money that some can not afford. Very sad. 

There is a very nasty lady working in their office, her name starts with a C. She is the meanest person I have ever met in my life and does so much damage to this place and it  is beyond logic that they continue to let her be there. I know many families who have been so hurt by her including myself who left this place a while ago because of her. 
In my experience most members of the congression are interested in measuring the clothes you are wearing and  whether or not you fall into their  high " standard , whatever that may be. Fake, fake, fake.   They are more interested in raising money and help to other non - Jews organizations for their fame than to a close by fellow Jew who can't afford their crazy membership prices. They cater and kiss the "... " Of the rich families who go there. 

I am very sad to say this but it's all about the fake speeches and most everyone do not practice reall  kindness where you look for and help your fellow Jews who are less fortunate and who are close to you. 
We found simplicity, real kindness, no judgment, real jewdisim in "Chabad of Oak Park". That is where we found a real examole of jewdisim  being practices and preached.

 9 years ago (26-10-2016)

Amazing synagogue with great congregation and rabbi.

 9 years ago (15-05-2016)

I think Har Zion is a very holy place and I am proud to be a new member of the congregation who is under Adonai with the direction of a new dynamic Rabbi. Shalom to all.

 15 years ago (24-12-2010)

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