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Temple Jeremiah
Synagogue or Prayer Group
Reform
847-441-5760 ext. 110
937 Happ Road
Northfield, Illinois 60093

About

At Temple Jeremiah, we believe that true community is built on the foundation of inclusivity and love. What makes our congregation an excellent place for the LGBTQ+ community is our unwavering commitment to celebrating everyone’s unique identity. Guided by our tagline, The Joy of Belonging, we strive to ensure that all individuals—regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression—feel welcomed, respected, and uplifted. Our programs, services, and leadership reflect our core values of equity and affirmation. We actively create safe, sacred spaces for LGBTQ+ members and their families to engage in Jewish life, build meaningful connections, and fully participate in all aspects of congregational life. At Temple Jeremiah, belonging isn’t just a word—it’s a lived experience.

At Temple Jeremiah, we believe that everyone deserves a spiritual home where they can show up exactly as they are. Whether you're exploring your Jewish identity, part of an interfaith family, a member of the LGBTQ+ community, or simply seeking connection, you are welcome here—fully and authentically.

Listing Details

Organizational Policies

  • Benefits such as health insurance, parental leave, etc. are gender-neutral and LGBTQ+ inclusive
  • Has written anti-bullying policies that specifically address identity-based bullying
  • Has written nondiscrimination and anti-harassment policy that mentions gender identity and expression
  • Has written nondiscrimination and anti-harassment policy that mentions sexual orientation
  • All registration forms have been updated for LGBTQ+ belonging (i.e. adult 1 / 2 , parents or guardians, expansive gender options, pronouns, etc)
  • Strategic priority of LGBTQ+ engagement

Programming

  • Engages with LGBTQ+ civil rights in a way that is consistent with our engagement with civil rights for any core constituency
  • Curriculum and educational materials reflect LGBTQ+ people and identities
  • Has regular programming on LGBTQ+ themes
  • Observes LGBTQ+ days of significance (such as Pride, National Coming Out Day, Transgender Day of Visibility, etc)
  • Speakers/presenters/scholars in residence include LGBTQ+ people

Ritual

  • Offers and frequently uses gender-expansive ritual language
  • Celebrates LGBTQ+ life cycle events

Spaces

  • Has all-gender restroom/s and locker/changing rooms (if applicable) available

Staff & Leadership

  • Has working group or task force for LGBTQ+ belonging
  • Leadership and staff/volunteers have been trained on LGBTQ+ belonging within the past five years