I was ordained in 1998 and in 2020, my wife, Jodi Kaufman and I began a radically inclusive community called HaNefesh. Our goal is to create a Jewish community where every soul truly matters. I am committed to creating a safe, affirming, and joyful spiritual home for the LGBTQ+ community. I am proud to center belonging, where people of all gender identities and sexual orientations are celebrated—not just welcomed. As the rabbi of HaNefesh, my hope is to always offer accessible and meaningful Jewish experiences making it easier for people to engage wherever they are. I have created inclusive and individualized life cycle events—including B/Bet Mitzvah, weddings, baby namings/welcomings, and funerals. Everyone deserves a space to learn, grow, and make a difference in the world while staying connected to Jewish tradition. I am proud of what I get to do as a rabbi and the opportunity to create, learn, and grow with everyone as together, we navigate our Jewish life journeys.
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