Home: Bellaire, TX. Birthplace: Southfield, MI. Profession: Clergy. Organization: Congregation Brith Shalom. Alma mater: Zeigler School of Rabbinic Studies; Columbia College. Languages spoken: English and Hebrew.
Current project: Empowering teen leadership. Recent recognition: Engaging prayer services. Hobbies: Guitar. Last book read: Judaism is about Love, by Rabbi Shai Held. Recently viewed and recommended: Do the Right Thing (Spike Lee).
Personality profile: Kind and inspired. What is your greatest joy? My children. What is at the top of your bucket list? Japan and Nashville. How do you relieve stress? Exercise. What ingredient is essential to your perfect vacation? Mountains.
What was your first paying job? Assistant manager at Mrs. Field’s cookies. What was your favorite college course? Native American Literature. What book have you repeatedly read? The Godfather, by Mario Puzo. What movie have you repeatedly watched? Pulp Fiction. What’s prominently featured on your home or office wall? A poster of the Earth. What’s the best advice you received growing up? Be present.
What change would you like to see in the world?
No more war.
What message do you want to send out into the world? Be kind. What mega-trend most excites you? Artificial intelligence. What mega-trend most concerns you? Artificial intelligence.
Who would you like to spend an evening with, in heaven? Rabbi Bernard Lipnick. After your loved ones, what object would you first save from your burning home? My favorite guitar. How would you choose to spend tomorrow, if you knew it was your last day on earth? With my family. What day in your life would you choose to re-live? When my father presented me for rabbinic ordination.
Personal mission: Kindness. Favorite quote: “Wisdom’s ways are pleasant, and all her paths lead to peace” (Proverbs).
