A Reform Jewish Congregation in Vernon Hills, IL
Or Shalom is a growing, yet intimate Reform Congregation located in Vernon Hills, one of Chicago’s vibrant Northwest suburbs. Our member families number over 425 and we educate about 450 children in our religious school. We strive to meet the diverse spiritual, educational and cultural needs of our congregants and the local Jewish community. We welcome and include interfaith families in all facets of our Temple life. Or Shalom provides a spiritual home for those seeking a meaningful Jewish life within a caring community.
Congregation Or Shalom welcomes all who embrace Judaism and want to explore opportunities for meaningful spiritual, cultural and social engagement. Through shared experiences, Congregation Or Shalom fosters lasting relationships that connect us as an extended family.
We are an inclusive and diverse community that respects individual expressions of belief and practice. Interfaith families are warmly welcomed. Together, we continually discover how Judaism enriches our lives and helps us make the world a better place.