Jewish Spiritual Leaders’ Institute Ordains 23rd Cohort
On December 17, 2022 Rabbi Steve Blane, Dean and Founder of JSLI ordained it’s 23rd cohort online. The school has always been online which allows more accessible opportunities for learning including for this cohort of students who hail from TN, GA, NJ, MN, NC and LA.
JSLI Trained Rabbis installed as Associate Rabbis of Sim Shalom, the online Synagogue
Sim Shalom, the uniquely created online synagogue, installed Associate Rabbis on Friday, September 9th. Sim Shalom Online Synagogue, established in 2009 has continued to grow its community. In 2005 four (4) Rabbis joined the team to offer weeknight services. These JSLI trained Rabbis, Rabbi Deborah McKenzie of Maryland, Rabbi Karen Becker- Marcelo of Florida, Rabbi…
JSLI Afternoon of Learning
On May 11, 2022 Jewish Spiritual Leaders’ Institute hosted its annual online retreat for students and alumni. Joining Rabbi Blane from around the world participants enjoyed community, classes and sharing their experiences as Jewish clergy. The schedule provided ample opportunity for sharing and networking between a wide variety of presentations. The offerings were well received…
One of JSLI’s own joins congregation as Assistant Rabbi in Calgary, Canada
Beth Tzedec Congregation is thrilled to announce the appointment of Rabbi Ilana Krygier Lapides as the new Assistant Rabbi. Rabbi Ilana will be active in all aspects of Synagogue life including leading Family Services for the High Holidays and the B’nai Mitzvah program. Rabbi Ilana has the distinction to be Beth Tzedec’s first female clergy…