The president of Beth Haverim Shir Shalom is Lauren Theodore
Lauren Theodore and her husband, Jonathan, joined Beth Haverim Shir Shalom in 2010 to meet Jewish neighbors, enroll their 4-year-old daughter, Annabel, in Jewish early childhood education, and establish roots in the local Jewish community. Since then, BHSS has become a significant part of the family’s life together and individually. Some of Lauren’s most special BHSS experiences have been as a student in our Family School program, attending the BHSS Congregational Retreat annually, and celebrating Jewish lifecycle events and holidays, including Shabbat.
For Lauren, BHSS is about building relationships and making an impact. It’s where everyone brings their unique gifts and belongs as their authentic self. Whatever your interests and passions, BHSS is committed to helping you pursue your personal Jewish journey and discover greater meaning, purpose, and joy.
Growing up in a congregation similar to BHSS, attending a Jewish summer camp, and participating in a teen exchange program in Israel were formative experiences for Lauren. She loves that Reform Judaism encourages making informed choices about how to interpret ancient practices, making them relevant and helpful to our lives today.
Through her involvement with BHSS, she seeks to help bridge the past and future of Jewish life, education, tradition, and culture. She is proud that BHSS pursues tikkun olam, repairing the world, as a central imperative.
Professionally, Lauren is also focused on Jewish communal life as a communications strategist for the Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ. She previously worked at the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) and the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism (RAC).
Lauren believes deeply that being Jewish in community is something we cannot take for granted. At a time when standing proud as a Jewish people has never been more critical, Lauren is honored to serve as president and hopes that everyone connects to BHSS through volunteering, socializing, prayer, learning, food, holiday observance, and other pathways.
Lauren is grateful for every community member and the exceptional clergy, musical, and professional teams that bring strength to BHSS. She wants to connect with you on a personal level. Please reach out to [email protected] to discuss ideas, ask questions, or just say hello!
Feel free to reach out to Lauren or any of our trustees or officers using the links below.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2023-2024
Rabbi Ilana Schwartzman [email protected]
Rosh Shirah, Brian Gelfand [email protected]
Jane Koch, Choir Director/Musician [email protected]
PROFESSIONAL STAFF
Executive Director, Iris Greenberg [email protected]
Director of Education, Rebecca McVeigh [email protected]
Administrative Assistant, Michelle Sherry [email protected]
Religious School Assistant, Laura Miller [email protected]
Dir.of Youth Programming, Samantha Spencer [email protected]
OFFICERS
President, Linda Ellman Schwartz [email protected]
Past President, Jen Cole [email protected]
Vice President, Lauren Theodore [email protected]
Vice President, Andrew Silver [email protected]
Vice President, Larry Palant [email protected]
Treasure, Alexia Feldman [email protected]
Assistant Treasurer, Harvey Weinberg [email protected]
Secretary, Donna Kotz [email protected]
TRUSTEES
Trustee, David Aarons [email protected]
Trustee, Jana Defrino [email protected]
Trustee, Field Brussel [email protected]
Trustee, Cheryl Franklin [email protected]
Trustee, Jann Reissman [email protected]
Trustee, Dana Weeks [email protected]
COMMITTEE CHAIRS & AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS
Building & Grounds, Harris Reinstein [email protected]
Caring, Audrey Flynn [email protected]
Caring, Laura Miller [email protected]
Communications, Lisa Lamster [email protected]
Education, Ronni Seif [email protected]
Endowment, Harvey Weinberg [email protected]
Library, Sheryl Ives [email protected]
Lifelong Learning, Lori Yanowitz [email protected]
Membership, Michelle Gilbert [email protected]
Membership, Lauren Theodore [email protected]
Music, Nora Berger [email protected]
Social Action, Lisa Estrin [email protected]
Social Action, Jonathan Theodore [email protected]
Tradition & Culture, Marin Greene [email protected]
Tradition & Culture, Ritch Yanowitz [email protected]
Brotherhood, Jonathan Theodore [email protected]
Sisterhood, Stacey Coyne [email protected]
Sisterhood, Linda Vogel [email protected]
Michelle Mitzvah Group, Steve Simon [email protected]
Youth Group Pres., Annabel Theodore [email protected]
Leadership
The president of Beth Haverim Shir Shalom is Lauren Theodore
Lauren Theodore and her husband, Jonathan, joined Beth Haverim Shir Shalom in 2010 to meet Jewish neighbors, enroll their 4-year-old daughter, Annabel, in Jewish early childhood education, and establish roots in the local Jewish community. Since then, BHSS has become a significant part of the family’s life together and individually. Some of Lauren’s most special BHSS experiences have been as a student in our Family School program, attending the BHSS Congregational Retreat annually, and celebrating Jewish lifecycle events and holidays, including Shabbat.
For Lauren, BHSS is about building relationships and making an impact. It’s where everyone brings their unique gifts and belongs as their authentic self. Whatever your interests and passions, BHSS is committed to helping you pursue your personal Jewish journey and discover greater meaning, purpose, and joy.
Growing up in a congregation similar to BHSS, attending a Jewish summer camp, and participating in a teen exchange program in Israel were formative experiences for Lauren. She loves that Reform Judaism encourages making informed choices about how to interpret ancient practices, making them relevant and helpful to our lives today.
Through her involvement with BHSS, she seeks to help bridge the past and future of Jewish life, education, tradition, and culture. She is proud that BHSS pursues tikkun olam, repairing the world, as a central imperative.
Professionally, Lauren is also focused on Jewish communal life as a communications strategist for the Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ. She previously worked at the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) and the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism (RAC).
Lauren believes deeply that being Jewish in community is something we cannot take for granted. At a time when standing proud as a Jewish people has never been more critical, Lauren is honored to serve as president and hopes that everyone connects to BHSS through volunteering, socializing, prayer, learning, food, holiday observance, and other pathways.
Lauren is grateful for every community member and the exceptional clergy, musical, and professional teams that bring strength to BHSS. She wants to connect with you on a personal level. Please reach out to [email protected] to discuss ideas, ask questions, or just say hello!
Feel free to reach out to Lauren or any of our trustees or officers using the links below.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2023-2024
Rabbi Ilana Schwartzman [email protected]
Rosh Shirah, Brian Gelfand [email protected]
Jane Koch, Choir Director/Musician [email protected]
PROFESSIONAL STAFF
Executive Director, Iris Greenberg [email protected]
Director of Education, Rebecca McVeigh [email protected]
Administrative Assistant, Michelle Sherry [email protected]
Religious School Assistant, Laura Miller [email protected]
Dir.of Youth Programming, Samantha Spencer [email protected]
OFFICERS
President, Linda Ellman Schwartz [email protected]
Past President, Jen Cole [email protected]
Vice President, Lauren Theodore [email protected]
Vice President, Andrew Silver [email protected]
Vice President, Larry Palant [email protected]
Treasure, Alexia Feldman [email protected]
Assistant Treasurer, Harvey Weinberg [email protected]
Secretary, Donna Kotz [email protected]
TRUSTEES
Trustee, David Aarons [email protected]
Trustee, Jana Defrino [email protected]
Trustee, Field Brussel [email protected]
Trustee, Cheryl Franklin [email protected]
Trustee, Jann Reissman [email protected]
Trustee, Dana Weeks [email protected]
COMMITTEE CHAIRS & AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS
Building & Grounds, Harris Reinstein [email protected]
Caring, Audrey Flynn [email protected]
Caring, Laura Miller [email protected]
Communications, Lisa Lamster [email protected]
Education, Ronni Seif [email protected]
Endowment, Harvey Weinberg [email protected]
Library, Sheryl Ives [email protected]
Lifelong Learning, Lori Yanowitz [email protected]
Membership, Michelle Gilbert [email protected]
Membership, Lauren Theodore [email protected]
Music, Nora Berger [email protected]
Social Action, Lisa Estrin [email protected]
Social Action, Jonathan Theodore [email protected]
Tradition & Culture, Marin Greene [email protected]
Tradition & Culture, Ritch Yanowitz [email protected]
Brotherhood, Jonathan Theodore [email protected]
Sisterhood, Stacey Coyne [email protected]
Sisterhood, Linda Vogel [email protected]
Michelle Mitzvah Group, Steve Simon [email protected]
Youth Group Pres., Annabel Theodore [email protected]