Growing up, I didn’t have many queer Jewish role models, and that absence had a profound impact on me. It’s one of the reasons I pursued the rabbinate: to become the kind of rabbi I needed when I was younger. Today, I’m proud to serve as the first openly queer rabbi at Temple Sholom of Chicago. In my role, I have the privilege of leading a monthly Queer Minyan: a sacred, affirming space for LGBTQIA+ Jews and their allies to gather, pray, and build community. At a time when queer rights and identities are being threatened in both religious and public sectors, queer affirming spaces are more vital than ever. I also officiate queer lifecycle events, including weddings, naming, re-naming and bet mitzvah ceremonies, conversions, etc. These milestones are holy moments, and it's a privilege to accompany individuals and families as they bring their full selves to our beautiful tradition. I believe in a Judaism that embraces and celebrates difference, and strive to be a rabbi that fully embodies that principal.
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