Women in Faith: Diverse Voices Speak continues with Exploring Jewish High Holiday Season Brought to you by the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System and the Prince George’s County Office of Human Rights, the Women in Faith: Diverse Voices Speak brings panelists of various faiths together to talk about the pressing issues of the day.
Rabbi Abbi Sharofsky discusses the Jewish High Holiday Season, including Yom Kippur and Rosh Hashanah, as part of the Office of Human Rights’ ongoing Women in Faith: Diverse Voices Speak series with PGCMLS. Join as we talk about why the Autumn holidays are so important, learn about the spiritual preparation leading towards Rosh Hashanah, and more.
Rabbi Abbi Sharofsky is the Jewish Community Relations Council’s Director of Intergroup Relations/JCRC Rabbi in Residence. She studied at the Jewish Theological Seminary and was ordained in 2012. Rabbi Sharofsky also holds a master’s degree from the Davidson School of Jewish Education at the Jewish Theological Seminary, specializing in experiential Jewish education. She previously served as deputy director of the Jewish Welfare Board Jewish Chaplains Council. Rabbi Sharofsky is the recipient of the 2016 JPRO Network Young Professional Award for her dedication to the Jewish community through her work in the Jewish not-for-profit field. She is a Rabbis Without Borders fellow and currently serves on the Executive Council of the Rabbinical Assembly. Rabbi Sharofsky is involved in numerous interfaith organizations throughout Greater Washington, as well as boards and committees dedicated to equity and justice.
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