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Apr 7, 2025, 8:32 AM

Eight Years Later and We Are Still Lost

Eight years ago, I wrote a piece titled "It's Time to Say Yes," arguing that Conservative Judaism must embrace officiation at interfaith weddings to remain relevant and engaged in the modern Jewish world. Today, reflecting back, it's clear we've...

Dec 16, 2024, 4:44 AM

It’s Time to Say “Yes” — Still

Seven years ago, I wrote an article called “It’s Time to Say Yes.” Since then, the Jewish community has continued to change, but the Conservative Movement has not kept up. As rabbis, we have the freedom to make decisions...

Oct 29, 2024, 8:03 AM

Building Bridges, Not Walls: How Engaging Leaders Strengthens Our Community

As I sat across from the Speaker of the House, a wave of emotions washed over me—excitement, anxiety, and the weight of responsibility. In that moment, I realized that engaging with leadership, even when we disagree, is not just...

Oct 21, 2020, 1:04 AM

Reproductive Rights and Religious Liberty

This letter was mailed and hand-delivered to Senator Sasse's office in July 2019. As we discuss a new Supreme Court Justice and religious views on reproductive rights, it is important to realize that religious liberty should apply to people...

Aug 16, 2017, 11:27 PM

Have We Learned from Our History?

Last night and this morning, many people have been talking about the whitewashing of history. That by taking down statues of Confederate soldiers or perhaps even monuments to our founding fathers who owned slaves that we are stripping away...

Jul 20, 2017, 3:30 PM

Where Are All The Experts?

There has been a wealth of articles recently from Conservative Rabbis, as well as the secular press about the question of whether or not to officiate at interfaith weddings. The difficult question of officiation within the movement will eventually...

Jun 22, 2017, 11:48 PM

For The Sake Of Heaven

When I sat down in early May to to put put my thoughts down on paper in “It’s time to say ‘yes’” I never could have imagined the outpouring of support from congregants, colleagues, friends and acquaintances. In addition...

May 7, 2017, 6:24 AM

It’s time to say ‘yes’

Illustrative photo of a same-sex marriage ceremony.(Photo credit: Gay marriage image via Shutterstock)

The message in rabbinical school was ‘just say no’ to these weddings — and then reality set in

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About Me

Rabbi Steven Abraham joined Beth El Synagogue in July 2011 as Assistant Rabbi and transitioned to become the congregation's Senior Rabbi in August 2013. He is married to Pamela Berkowitz, and together they are proud parents of two wonderful children, Naama and Leor. Rabbi Abraham earned his rabbinical ordination from the Jewish Theological Seminary, where he also completed a Master of Arts in Jewish Education. Prior to his rabbinical training, he graduated from the University of Baltimore with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management. Recently, he expanded his commitment to interfaith dialogue by completing a Certificate in Interfaith Families Engagement through Hebrew College. Throughout his academic journey, Rabbi Abraham maintained a strong connection with Jewish youth, dedicating his time to USY as a group leader on summer programs such as USY on Wheels and Summer in the City. Additionally, he staffed the NATIV program, fostering connections and leadership skills among young adults. Rabbi Abraham is deeply committed to community engagement and leadership, serving on local and national boards including the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Midlands, the National Board of the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, and the Israel Bonds National Rabbinic Advisory Council. Most recently, Rabbi Abraham was honored by his selection into Leadership Omaha Class 43, recognizing his ongoing contributions to the wider community.

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