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St. Louis Jewish Light

A nonprofit, independent news source to inform, inspire, educate and connect the St. Louis Jewish community.

St. Louis Jewish Light

A nonprofit, independent news source to inform, inspire, educate and connect the St. Louis Jewish community.

St. Louis Jewish Light

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Jordan Durlester

Promotion for Jordan Durlester

Published March 14, 2025

Jordan Durlester was promoted to vice president, Data Analytics, US Operations with Reinsurance Group of America (RGA). Durlester is a member of Congregation Shaare Emeth.

Rachel Leonard

From Temple Israel to national impact: Local leader joins elite ADL program

Published March 13, 2025

Rachel Leonard was accepted into the Glass Leadership Institute (GLI) leadership development program at the Anti-Defamation League. GLI aims to empower young professionals to fight antisemitism and hate in their own communities. Leonard is Congregation...

Rachael Stark

Missouri Army National Guard promotes Rachael Stark

Published March 12, 2025

Rachael Stark, a medical logistics officer, was promoted to the rank of captain in the Missouri Army National Guard. She is currently serving in the 229th multifunctional medical battalion in Fulton, Mo. In addition, she is a research associate for...

Dr. Ryan C. Fields

Dr. Ryan Fields is heading to Rochester with all his impressive titles

Published March 11, 2025

The University of Rochester Medical Center has recruited Dr. Ryan C. Fields to chair its department of surgery beginning July 1. He will serve as the Seymour I. Schwartz Professor in Surgery, surgeon-in-chief of Strong Memorial Hospital, and director...

Judy Wasserman

Creve Coeur pays tribute to Judy Wasserman

Published February 19, 2025

The Creve Coeur City Council recognized Judy Wasserman as Citizen of the Year 2024 at their recent appreciation event. Wasserman was honored for her dedication and service to the community. She has picked up trash during her walks around Creve Coeur...

Sadie Levy

Here’s 1,000 hoop Mazels for Sadie Levy

Published February 19, 2025

Sadie Levy became the 11th female to score 1,000 points in basketball at Parkway Central High School. She set the school record for the most points in a single game (with 42 points) and also broke the records for all-time steals as well as three-pointers. She...

Ben Cohen

Ben Cohen joins JFed team

Published February 19, 2025

Ben Cohen has joined Jewish Federation of St. Louis’ development team as a resource assistant. He will provide the Major Gifts team with administrative support. 

Faith Berger

Local artist brings free painting fun to kids—how to join the creativity

Published February 19, 2025

Artist Faith Berger started Canvas for Kids, a platform for children ages 7-11 to explore their imagination, develop confidence and connect with others through creativity. The free program provides a one-hour guided painting experience where participants...

Matthew Bloom

Matthew Bloom joins St. Louis Blues front office

Published February 19, 2025

Matthew Bloom has joined the St. Louis Blues hockey front office as its corporate partner activation and service coordinator. He is responsible for implementing and executing partnership assets to help their sponsors reach Blues fans. Examples are on-ice...

Rabbi Scott Shafrin.

Rabbi Scott Shafrin embarks on new leadership role

Published February 19, 2025

Former St. Louisan Rabbi Scott Shafrin is stepping into an exciting new chapter as he joins the clergy of Adath Israel Congregation in Cincinnati, where he will assume the role of senior rabbi in June 2025. This transition marks a significant milestone...

Dan Winograd

New role for Dan Winograd at NHBZ

Published February 19, 2025

Dan Winograd is the new president of Nusach Hari B’nai Zion board of directors for a two-year term. He is vice president of Finance at Oral Surgery Partners.

Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School will honor the Siteman/Garland family and Patty Bloom at a March 30 event.

Mirowitz School to honor community leaders at March event

Published February 19, 2025

The Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School will celebrate outstanding individuals at its upcoming event, “Roots and Wings, a Mirowitz Celebration,” on March 30 at The Reverie in Chesterfield. This special evening will recognize Patty Bloom and the...

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