Hi, I’m Evan! I’m from Oak Park, Illinois, and recently finished my undergraduate degree in International Relations at the University of Michigan, where I also studied Hebrew for 3 years. Growing up, I was an active member of my home congregation, Oak Park Temple, where I was a bar mitzvah and confirmation student, teacher’s assistant, summer camp counselor, and eventually taught a Hebrew/early b’nai mitzvah class. I was also a camper and staff member at Olin Sang Ruby Union Institute summer camp (URJ OSRUI) in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin for years.
I wanted to join Ann Arbor Reconstructionist Congregation because it is clear to me that, much like the congregation that I grew up with, this is a wonderful community that values togetherness, learning, and an openness of spirit and thought. I’ve found a home in Ann Arbor over the past few years and my fortune continues in finding AARC, where I hope to keep learning, growing, and connecting with my Judaism.
I’ve had an awesome first two weeks and am looking forward to more!
Thanks,
Evan
