Dear Friends,
A few months ago, Maharat Rachel Kohl Finegold approached the leadership of Shaar Hashomayim with the request to change her title from ‘Maharat’ to ‘Rabba.’ The leadership – including Shaar President Claire Berger and me – fully endorsed this change. The title ‘Rabba’ reflects the ever-evolving landscape of female Orthodox leadership, and will offer greater clarity in terms of her role within our congregation and the broader community.
With this change, Rabba Rachel Kohl Finegold aligns her title with many Orthodox leaders who are teaching, inspiring, and leading their communities across North America. The Shaar is fortunate that Rabba Rachel continues to grow in her capacity as our Director of Education and Spiritual Enrichment, and we anticipate that this change of titles will be seamless, allowing for greater familiarity and clarity as she continues in her sacred work at the Shaar.
Bivracha,