Q&A: Introducing Rabbi Rena Rifkin
The new director of our Religious School talks to eighth grader Lily Pecoriello about her favorite Jewish rituals, Israel, and more.
The Next President
What qualities do we want in our next president? As the US presidential election approaches, Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch considers leadership lessons from the Jewish tradition.
Early Childhood Teacher Melissa Hume Receives Teaching Award
Melissa is the recipient of a 2016 Grinspoon Award for Excellence in Jewish Education, which honors innovative educators of preschoolers through adults.
Jewish Favorites with… Danielle Rodnizki
In September, Danielle Rodnizki joined the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue community as cantorial intern.
Rabbi Rena Rifkin Named Director of Stephen Wise Free Synagogue’s Religious School
Rabbi Rifkin has worked in various communities throughout Los Angeles and New York, including Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills and Temple Shaaray Tefilah of New York City.
Rooftop Water Play
The new custom water play area on our rooftop encapsulates the heart of our Early Childhood Center: inspiring wonder and exploration in our youngest learners.
