Heritage Congregation (Kehilas Nachlas Boruch)
7153 N. Francisco Ave. Chicago IL 60645 | 773-973-1800

Shabbos Information

This week`s Torah chapter is Bemidbar

This Friday, May 15 Mincha will be at 6:30 PM

Candle lighting will be at 7:45 PM

Kiddush sponsorship for this week is available

Avos uBonim will be at 6:35 PM PM and its generousely sponsored by Avi and Jenni Berkovich

Mincha on Shabbos, May 16 will be at: 7:35 PM

Shabbos ends at 9:06 PM

Date Parsha Kidush
April 11 Shemini Reserved
April 18 Tazria, Metzora Reserved
April 25 Acharei Mos, Kedoshim Reserved
May 2 Emor Reserved
May 9 Behar, Behukosai Reserved
May 16 Bemidbar Available
May 22 Shavuos I Available
May 23 Shavuos II Reserved
May 30 Naso Reserved
June 6 Beha`aloscha Reserved
June 13 Shelach Reserved
June 20 Korach Reserved
June 27 Chukas, Balak Available
July 4 Pinchas Available
July 11 Matos, Maseh Available
July 18 Devorim, Shabbos Chazon Available
July 25 Vaeschanan, Shabbos Nachamu Available
August 1 Eikev Available
August 8 Re`eh Available
August 15 Shoftim Available
August 22 Ki Seitze Available
August 29 Ki Savo Available
September 5 Nitzavim, Vayelech Available
September 12 Rosh Hashana I Available
September 13 Rosh Hashana II Available
September 19 Ha`azinu, Shabbos Shuva Available
September 26 Sukkos I Available
September 27 Sukkos II Available
October 3 Shmini Atzeres Available
October 4 Simchas Torah Available
October 10 Bereshis Available
October 17 Noach Available
October 24 Lech Lecha Available
October 31 Vayera Available
November 7 Chaye Sarah Available
November 14 Toledos Available
November 21 Vayetze Available
November 28 Vayishlach Available
December 5 Vayeshev Available
December 12 Miketz Available
December 19 Vayigash Available
December 26 Vayechi Available
January 2 Shemos Available
January 9 Vaera Available
January 16 Bo Available
January 23 Beshalach, Shabbos Shira Available
January 30 Yisro Available
February 6 Mishpotim Available
February 13 Terumah Available
February 20 Tetzaveh Available
February 27 Ki Sissa Reserved
March 6 Vayakhel, Shabbos Shkolim Available
March 13 Pekudei Available
March 20 Vayikra, Shabbos Zochor Available
March 27 Tzav, Shabbos Parah Available
April 3 Shemini, Shabbos HaChodesh Available
April 10 Tazria Available
April 17 Metzora Available
April 24 Shabbos Pesach Available
May 1 Acharei Mos Available
May 8 Kedoshim Available
Kiddush reservation is not complete
until we receive your payment:
Platinum $700
Gold $500
Silver (or added) $360

Thank you!


For Venmo and Zelle donations use email: heritage@russianjews.org

All donations are tax deductible

Week at a Glance

Weekly Schedule
Sunday, May 10
Omer 38
8:15 AMShacharis
Monday, May 11
Omer 39
6:15 AMKollel Zichron Zev
7:00 AMShacharis
9:15 PMMaariv
Tuesday, May 12
Omer 40
6:15 AMKollel Zichron Zev
7:00 AMShacharis
9:15 PMMaariv
Wednesday, May 13
Omer 41
6:15 AMKollel Zichron Zev
7:00 AMShacharis
9:15 PMMaariv
Thursday, May 14
Omer 42
6:15 AMKollel Zichron Zev
7:00 AMShacharis
9:15 PMMaariv
Friday, May 15
Omer 43
Yom Yerushalayim
6:15 AMKollel Zichron Zev
7:00 AMShacharis
6:30 PMMincha
7:45 PM Candlelighting
Shabbos May 16
Omer 44
9:00 AMShacharis
11:20 AMKiddush
7:35 PMMincha
8:55 PMMaariv

Classes and Programs

Monday-Friday, 6:15 AM

A kollel is a place for advanced study of rabbinic literature and the Talmud that involves full-time study. The word kollel is Hebrew for "collection" or "gathering" of scholars. Our Morning Kollel is open from 6:15 AM to 7:00 AM.

We offer the following classes: Daf Yomi (page of Talmud a day), Amud Yomi (half page a day), In-depth study of Talmud "Makkos", Mishna Berurah (Jewish Law), Weekly Torah portion with Rashi

The Kollel is dedicated by Eli and Baila Berkovich in memory of Eli's father Zev Volf ben Meir

Monday and Wednesday nights at Heritage

We say different brochos (blessings) on different types of food we eat.
The class is taught on a beginner and advanced level (including original halachic sources).

Learn the proper blessing and become an expert in praising Hashem!

Pre-Shabbos night of learning and socializing

Come to enjoy hot cholent (Jewish traditional food) and other delicacies while getting deeper knowledge in weekly Torah portion, page of Talmud or Hebrew language.

There is a separate Mishmar Junior program for teenage boys led by Rabbi Zuckerman

Monthly gathering for women

For women, Rosh Chodesh, the first day of the new month, is considered a mini-holiday as a reward for not having been willing to participate in the sin of the Golden Calf.

Women had the ability to see beyond the very frightening situation the Jewish people experienced after Moses went up to receive the Torah and tarried on his way back.

Like the moon, becoming brighter and bigger only after it disappears completely into darkness, they knew that better times were on the way. It was impossible to them that God would leave them stranded after having just received the Torah 40 days earlier. They were willing to believe in the power of renewal and trust God no matter how difficult things seemed.

This event is organized in the beginning of every Jewish month. It is held in different locations and has different guest speakers.

For the upcoming event contact our office at office@heritagecongregation.com

As baalei teshuva, our parenting journey holds unique challenges.

"How to Talk So Kids Will Listen" is a terrific book. But as Jewish parents, we're not value-neutral. We have a specific, beautiful heritage that we want to pass on to our kids. We want to raise children who are deeply committed Jews, with a genuine love for Yiddishkeit.

Finding a blueprint for this task is tough. We often can't rely on our own parents' methods.  And we can't simply mirror our friends. They themselves might be on similar journeys.

We crave a clear, practical roadmap to raise balanced, well-adjusted children, continually inspired by their Yiddishkeit.

That's where "Spare the Child'' by Rabbi Yechiel Yaakovson comes in. This book distills Rabbi Yaakovson's decades of chinuch experience into a structured approach for raising children who find their own motivation in Yiddishkeit. It's not just about day-to-day instructions, but shaping the mindset and character of a Jewish parent.

This class meets Tuesdays, 8:45 PM

The Challenge

It’s hard to find time and develop a passion for learning when your schedule is booked tight.

The Transformation

Our unique learning method makes Talmud an enjoyable and memorable part of your day and life!

Monday and Wednesdays nights at Heritage.

Contact our office for details. office@heritagecongregation.com

Hebrew classes for all levels

From Aleph Bet to grammar. From conversational Hebrew to sacred texts

Tuesdays and Wednesday at Heritage

Contact our office for details. office@heritagecongregation.com

Celebrations and Rememberance

Births
Mazel Tov to Sam and Michal Mirkin on the birth of a baby boy on March 01, 2026
Mazel Tov to Avi and Jennie Berkovich on the birth of a baby girl on February 23, 2026
Mazel Tov to Arie and Fruma Zaslavsky on the birth of a baby girl on November 11, 2025
Bar/Bas Mitzvahs
Aliza Raizel Khvilovsky on March 1, 2026
Esther Alta Dimarsky on February 28, 2026
Binyomin Shmuel Stavnitser on March 29, 2026
Engagements
Mazel Tov to Shmuel Vladimirskiy and Emma Eisen on their engagement!
Mazel Tov to Doniel Moshe Turetsky and Nechama Leah Drebin on their engagement!
Mazel Tov to Bentzion Gertsberg and Baila Goldman on their engagement!
Mazel Tov to Moshe Meir Gutkin and Miriam Zlatopolsky on their engagement!
Birthdays
May 11 Binyomin Boruch Vladimirskiy
May 11 Adina Agishtein
May 11 Slava Pukshansky
May 13 Rachel Bronya Khodos
May 13 Avigdor Turetsky
May 15 Dovid Dimarsky
May 16 Miriam Birman
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