Rabbis’ Roundtable
Presented by the North Peninsula Jewish Collaboration, the Rabbis’ Roundtable is an annual pre-High Holiday gathering that brings together our local clergy for a rich and meaningful conversation about Jewish life, contemporary issues, and timeless traditions. This thought-provoking program fosters dialogue, deepens connections, and encourages collective exploration of Jewish values.

What Do We Mean by “We”? Collective Identity and Responsibility in the High Holiday Liturgy
Enter the High Holiday season in community as our North Peninsula clergy leaders gather in conversation and reflection. The High Holiday liturgy is often written in the plural, inviting us to reflect, return, seek repair, and take responsibility together. This year’s Rabbis’ Roundtable explores how we belong, how we are accountable to one another, and how we remain in community even across disagreement.
- Rabbi Nat Ezray, Congregation Beth Jacob
- Rabbi Dan Feder, Peninsula Temple Sholom
- Rabbi Janine Schloss, Peninsula Temple Beth El
- Rabbi Laurie Matzkin, Peninsula Jewish Community Center
- Rabbi Doron Shapira, Peninsula Sinai Congregation
- Dean Goldfein, Interim Head of School at Wornick JDS
- Jordan Shenker, CEO of PJCC
This event is free to the community and open to the public.
Past Conversations
The Rabbis’ Roundtable has brought together our community clergy for insightful discussions on topics ranging from Jewish perspectives on social justice to reflections on spiritual resilience. We invite you to explore past sessions, reflect on the discussions, and share these meaningful conversations with others.
Watch the recorded sessions on our YouTube channel:
Watch Past Sessions Here
Stay Connected
Stay tuned for future Rabbis’ Roundtable events! We’re already planning another thought-provoking discussion with our community clergy. Keep an eye out for updates on the upcoming topic.

Upcoming Programs
Between the Lines: An Introduction to Jewish Text and Interpretation (Melton Learning)
Thursday, August 20, 2026 ● 10:30am – 12:00pm
Beyond the Scrolls, Behind the Scenes: The Archaeology of Ancient Israel
Thursday, August 20, 2026 ● 3:00pm – 3:00pm
Jewish Calendar Café
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 ● 11:30am – 12:30pm