“When two people sit together and there are words of Torah between them, the Shechinah (Divine Presence) dwells among them” (Pirkei Avot 3:2).
These words from “Ethics of Our Ancestors” remind us of the essence of the sacred partnership and relationship
Jewish professionals and lay leaders are responsible for so much of what makes the synagogue community important and special that our work can feel overwhelming, especially if we think we are in it alone. But, the work is much sweeter when we recognize we have true partners by our side.
Though I felt our rabbinic transition was going well, I knew it was too important to the future of the congregation to pass up the opportunity to learn whatever I could about making the transition as successful as possible.
It was great timing that we were able to attend the URJ’s Shallat Rabbinic Transition Program and Retreat in January. Designed specifically for congregations that have completed a transition to a new rabbi, the weekend provided outstanding opportunities for Lou and me to learn, network, and bond with each other.