NJC BOARD OF TRUSTEES
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President: Dr. Jim Klein Vice President: Bonnie Bernstein Treasurer: Mike Fawer Secretary: Wally Rosenblum Trustees: Craig Bialy Carol Hernandez Michael Hertzig Frank Levy |
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Jim Klein
After my oldest brother returned from overseas, in World War II, he moved to New Orleans to go to Tulane University. One after the other, my three other brothers in turn came South to go to Tulane. By the time I was thirteen, my parents moved to New Orleans to get the family back together and just in time for me to go through my Bar Mitzvah at Chevra Thilim Synagogue (demolished after Katrina). I remember it well - a minion of ten elderly men, my parents, and me - no parties or gifts. I then walked away from synagogue life and eventually went on to complete my doctoral studies at Texas Tech University and now work as a Clinical Psychologist in private practice.
I was reengaged in synagogue life by my marriage to Cheryl, her conversion, and becoming involved with the Jewish education of our children (and my education, too!) Upon coming to the Northshore in 1990, Cheryl and I were involved with the chavurah, soon to develop into NJC.
I have served on the Board for a number of years and now, with a sense of humility, I look forward to taking over the reins as President with great expectations for renewed spirit and growth for NJC in the coming year.
I was reengaged in synagogue life by my marriage to Cheryl, her conversion, and becoming involved with the Jewish education of our children (and my education, too!) Upon coming to the Northshore in 1990, Cheryl and I were involved with the chavurah, soon to develop into NJC.
I have served on the Board for a number of years and now, with a sense of humility, I look forward to taking over the reins as President with great expectations for renewed spirit and growth for NJC in the coming year.
Bonnie Bernstein
Since 1983, I have been an active member of the Jewish community on the Northshore. My involvement began with the chavurah that later become the Northshore Jewish Congregation. I was part of the Steering Committee and elected to the very first Board of Trustees in 1996. I have performed in various capacities, including Membership Chair, House Chair, Search Committee Chair, as well as co-teaching the confirmation classes. Most recently, I served as President (2013-14) and Vice-President and also chaired our fundraising event, A Taste of Art & Jazz. This past year, I once again co-taught the Confirmation Class.
This community is close to my heart and I want it to thrive. Continuing on the board at this time is the best way I can do this.
This community is close to my heart and I want it to thrive. Continuing on the board at this time is the best way I can do this.
Craig Bialy
I am a native of Alexandria, Louisiana where my family was active in both the conservative and reform congregations there. I graduated LSU and have lived most of my adult life in New Orleans, and I was affiliated with Congregation Gates of Prayer where I served on the board, and executive boards during and after Hurricane Katrina. Four years ago I moved to Covington from the Marigny and I have been affiliated with the North shore Jewish Congregation since this time. I am enjoying life on the North Shore, and happy I made the move. I work in IT services, operations and education and I am looking forward to serving on the NJC board bringing new ideas with the new board.
Carol Hernandez
I was born and raised in Philadelphia Pennsylvania. I have lived in the Slidell area now for 28 years. I am a widow with one son who is obtaining his masters degree from LSU currently. I am a nurse working with in home care giving for several years now. I look forward to getting more involved with Northshore Jewish Congregation and serving on the board.
Michael Hertzig
My term on the Board of Trustees has been quite rewarding and there is always much to do. In addition to securing a firmer financial footing, we continue to reinvent and invigorate ourselves. I hope to participate in our continued growth and ask for your support.
Wally Rosenblum
I have been member of NJC since its inception and I own and operate HW ROSENBLUM in Mandeville. Our goal is to increase membership and involve all members in all phases of being a volunteer - growth and a healthy financial operation here at NJC!