Rabbi Stacy Friedman

stacy@rodefsholom.org

Rabbi Stacy Friedman, Congregation Rodef Sholom’s senior rabbi, sees Judaism as a rich tradition which can inspire its followers to lift each human being and see within them the divine spark. She joined the congregation in 1993 after posts in New York City, Montana and Victorville, CA and was named senior rabbi in 2003 when her predecessor Rabbi Michael Barenbaum, z"l, retired.

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Rabbi-Cantor Elana Rosen-Brown

elana@rodefsholom.org

Rabbi-Cantor Elana Rosen-Brown is eager to share her love of teaching and learning with students of all ages. She oversees adult education, conversion studies and social justice at Congregation Rodef Sholom. She is also the founder of Makor Marin, a nature-based Jewish community for young families.

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Cantor David Margules

david@rodefsholom.org

Cantor David Margules’ beautiful tenor voice has enhanced and blessed members of Congregation Rodef Sholom since 1991.  As the synagogue’s cantor and musical director, he choreographs services and leads the congregation in traditional prayers and new arrangements – enjoining them to sing out with him and the rabbis. 

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Tracey Klapow
Executive Director

tracey@rodefsholom.org

Tracey Klapow joined Rodef Sholom's staff in 2022, and loves working alongside an incredible team to support our wonderful, caring community. She is a graduate of Dominican University, with a degree in Psychology, and possesses an M.A. in Nonprofit Management from Gratz College. Prior to Rodef Sholom, Tracey spent 15 years at URJ Camp Newman in strategic advancement and leadership roles. 

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Rabbi Michael Barenbaum, z"l

Rabbi Emeritus

Rabbi Michael Barenbaum, z"l, of blessed memory, was Congregation Rodef Sholom's beloved and inspiring senior rabbi 27 years. Under his leadership, the congregation grew in size and deepened its social justice reach. Interfaith outreach was essential to Rabbi Michael, and he created many long standing partnerships with local clergy, interfaith organizations, and churches. Rabbi Michael's big heart, clear-headed leadership, and tireless social justice work set the foundation for Rodef Sholom's identity and ongoing advocacy going forward.