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"...Let them make Me a sanctuary, that I may dwell among them."
 Construction of the new Congregation Rodfei Zedek at 5200 South Hyde Park Boulevard was completed, and the building dedicated, in September 2000. This is in fact Rodfei Zedek's second home at this location (map below), having been constructed on the site of the synagogue's previous sanctuary, chapel, and foyer. Designed by the architectural firm of Philip Kupritz and Associates, the building is the result of a unique cooperative project involving Congregation Rodfei Zedek and the Hyde Park Jewish Community Center, which share the facility.
The red brick and white masonry building covers 32,000 square feet on two floors. Parking for 45 cars is provided next to the building on the south. A 300-seat sanctuary, expandable to 700 seats for High Holiday services, is located on the ground level, opening off an atrium-style foyer. The ground level also includes the synagogue office, offices of the Rabbi and Educational Director, Hyde Park JCC offices, Sisterhood gift shop, social hall, gymnasium, classrooms, and meat and dairy kitchens. Other Rodfei Zedek areas, including the Glick Chapel, classrooms, a computer resource room, and the Abbell Library are located on the upper level, accessible by elevator. All facilities within the building meet ADA requirements.
The Synagogue Office is open 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Thursday, and 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Friday and Erevs, and other times by appointment. The Office is closed on all Jewish and Federal holidays.
GETTING TO RODFEI ZEDEK
Public Transportation: Rodfei Zedek is easily reached using the Metra Electric Line (53rd Street station) or the Chicago Transit Authority’s Jackson Park Express bus, #6. Walk to the door on the south face of the building (from the parking lot).
Driving from the north near the lakefront: Drive south on Lake Shore Drive (Route 41), take the 53rd Street exit west to Hyde Park Boulevard, and turn north (right) to 5200. The parking lot on the south side of the building may be entered either from Hyde Park Boulevard or from Cornell Avenue.
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