CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL - Key Persons

Since joining us as our spiritual leader in 2014, Rabbi Aviva has been a dynamic force of inspired energy. She is passionate about getting to learn, live, breathe, and teach Torah full time. She mentors and supports students through the Hillels at local colleges and universities, regularly teaches senior adult courses through the community WISE program, serves on the executive board of Worcester Interfaith, and is active on committees at City Hall, including efforts to end homelessness and to address issues of race and inequality. She works endlessly to break barriers to inclusion and for acceptance of all in religious spaces. When she finds a moment of free time, Rabbi Aviva enjoys cooking, baking and sharing with others, being outside, reading, solving puzzles, traveling, and racking up miles on a bike that doesn't go anywhere. She is married to Ari and is a loving Ema (mom) to their four energetic children.