Kol Sasson

Kol Sasson Congregation is an inclusive, observant community in Skokie, Illinois that strives to transform Jewish lives through critical inquiry within the traditional framework of Halakha. We encourage men and women to participate in ritual and leadership roles - creating a generous and vibrant community with joyful tefillah. See our complete statement of principles Microsoft Word.

At Kol Sasson, women lead kabbalat shabbat, pesukei dezimrah, the Torah service, and fully participate in the Torah reading. This is done in the context of a traditional minyan with ten men and a mechitza. For a detailed discussion of the halakhot surrounding women's participation in Torah reading and in leading some parts of the service, please visit the links on our site.

We meet every Shabbat morning, one Friday night per month, and for all holiday services. Formed in 2003 as a Friday night minyan, Kol Sasson has met weekly since 2006. Please visit our calendar for details. We are grateful to Temple Beth Israel for allowing us to use their beautiful facility for our Shabbat morning and holiday services.