2016 Rabbis

A New Year Begins

Their journeys have taken them far and wide. When asked where they started – what inspired them to become rabbis – each shares a story of profound self-discovery. From Jewish youth groups to summer camps, college Hillel activities, residencies in Israel, song leader workshops – and on to rabbinic schools and first pulpits, they have brought us their spark.

Michael Daitch

Master Weaver: At Home on the Loom

“I can teach anyone to weave.” And so begins a brief tutorial with Michael Daitch, master weaver, Judaic artist and educator.

Gold Star Teachers

Gold Star Teachers

Meet Akiva’s Award Winning Teachers, Anna Greenfield and Sharon Ozrovitz

Noah Resnick

In Conversation with Noah Resnick

Multi-talented in both architecture and academia, Noah Resnick has found a niche in urban design.

Echo Teens

Earth-Bound and Eco-Friendly

Students at Temple Emanu-El are now learning to reap the benefits of recycling.

Leor Barak

Proud West Villager

Meet Leor Barak, 34, Detroit real estate attorney and business consultant. West Village homeowner. President of the Downtown Synagogue. Musician, songwriter, leader of the band, 7Layers. New owner of a pizza shop on Jefferson.

Grosse Pointe Jewish Council

Jewish Detroit Celebrates

Jewish Detroit has a long history of mobility, and Jews have lived in the five Grosse Pointes for almost a century.

Ellen Maiseloff

Ellen Maiseloff: Truly a Special Educator

A passionate and compassionate educator, Ellen Maiseloff likes solving puzzles. Even as a student teacher, she chose the path that would challenge her beyond the standard curriculum — to work with children with learning disabilities.

Leap of Faith

What does it mean to keep kosher? Beyond chicken soup for the soul, is there a more Jewish way to eat?