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Congregation Ahavath Beth Israel is a progressive synagogue dedicated to Torah (lifelong learning), Avodah (spiritual growth), G'milut Chasadim(acts of lovingkindness) and Kehilah (community-building).

An introduction to Congregation Ahavath Beth Israel 

An interview with our Rabbi, Rabbi Daniel Fink

Our Rabbi - Rabbi Daniel B. Fink

Rabbi Daniel B. Fink is Congregation Ahavath Beth Israel's full-time spiritual leader.

The rabbi has addressed many Boise public and private school classes, portions of the medical community, several religious groups and has participated on panels discussing a wide range of issues.

An ardent environmentalist, he is the author of two books and numerous articles on Judaism and ecology. He is active with many community organizations, including Voices of Faith for Human Rights, the Food Bank and the Idaho Conservation League. He presently sits on the board of Planned Parenthood of Idaho. In keeping with his environmental interests, the rabbi enjoys camping, canoeing and biking. He dabbles in poetry and can also be found strumming a banjo on occasion.

Rabbi Fink comes to Boise after serving the congregations in the Shenandoah Valley and Omaha, Nebraska.

Our Board
Sherrill Livingston President  
Addie Chan-Waxman Vice President  
John Lee Secretary  
Andy Byron Treasurer  
Louise Birnbaum Membership/Social  
Abby McLean Communications  
Melissa Waylan Ritual  
Laurie Ryan Growth And Development  
Rebecca Runyan Social Action  
Julie Barnathan School  

Sarah Friedman

Youth Member  
Mary Hulse Adult Learning  
Dan Stern Member-At-Large  
Shmuel Kahlke Member-At-Large  

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