North Suburban Synagogue Beth El

North Suburban Synagogue Beth El is a very large Conservative Jewish synagogue in Highland Park, Illinois. It was founded in 1948 shortly after World War II. Originally a converted Lakeside mansion, it has been greatly expanded over the decades with major new buildings including a very large Hebrew School.[1]

For similarly named synagogues, see Beth-El.

Prominent conservative rabbi Vernon Kurtz serves as head rabbi.[2] Vernon Kurtz is president of the American Zionist Movement.

Notable members

References
  1. "Chicago Tribune - Historical Newspapers". Chicago Tribune.
  2. Liebenson, Donald. "Spiritual journey a tool for religious discovery". chicagotribune.com.
  3. Writer, Rick Kogan, Tribune Staff. "FAREWELL TO SISKEL HONORS PRIVATE SIDE OF PUBLIC MAN". chicagotribune.com.

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