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Minister Moshe Yaalon
Vice Premier of Israel and
Minister of Strategic Affairs
to speak during
Shabbat Services
Saturday, June 26 - 9 am

Clergy and Professional Staff

Gavi Miller

Gavi Miller joined our staff as Executive Director, a job he has been doing for more than a decade in the Delaware Valley. He spends his time working with the accounting and administration staff, helping the senior staff and lay leadership, and serving the congregation, trying to make Har Zion the best it can be. When you have a problem and are not sure where to turn, his door is always open. His passion is solving problems: from equipment or technology issues, to improving organizational dynamics, to handling conflicts between staff, lay leaders, congregants and vendors - these keep a smile on his face.

Jane Fetscher Kontopodias

Do you want the congregation to know about your event or program? Then please come see me. As Marketing and Communications Coordinator, I compile the information for the Bulletin, E-highlights, Shabbat brochure, as well as coordinating with constituent groups for distributing their printed pieces. Har Zion's abuzz every day with activity - there's never a dull moment!

Phyllis Gorson

As an Administrative Assistant in the office, Phyllis backs up personnel as needed. Specific job responsibilities include mail processing, maintaining equipment and supply orders, tracking copier and postage usage. She assists the constituent groups in disseminating information. Phyllis is also the payables clerk.

Ellen Landau

As Accounting Manager, Ellen acts as a liaison between our Executive Director and Public Accountants for on-going financial reviews and internal controls of the approved budgets and actual financial reporting for Har Zion.

Sharon Kenworthy

Sharon, the Administrator and resource coordinator for our Religious School, comes to us with an MBA and experience as a research director, marketing manager and assistant director at Young Judea. She can be found in the office working on our on-line weekly newsletter, flyers, registration, coordinating the teacher resource room, and working as the logistic coordinator during school hours. Sharon is married with two daughters, who attend our religious school, and her family has been members of the Har Zion family for over 30 years.

Laurie Landsburg

Laurie is responsible for updating and maintaining the accounts receivable system including the entry of payments, billings and adjustments; preparation of reports, statements and receipts; and verification of the accuracy of accounts.

Suzy Levin

Suzy Levin is the Administrative Assistant to the clergy; Senior Rabbi Jay Stein, Rabbi Eliseo Rozenwasser, Cantor Eliot Vogel and Ritual Director, Rabbi Robert Alpert. Her job involves working on various projects for the clergy such as Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparations; coordinating appointments and schedules for the clergy; working on the Book of Remembrance; sending out yahrzeit letters, congregational emails, Rabbi Stein's weekly message and sermons; as well as various other duties which require the attention of clergy, staff and certain committees.

Jim Lynn

Jim is the Operations Manager for Har Zion Temple. He oversees the maintenance of the synagogue's physical plant, property and equipment. He is responsible for all maintenance and repair work coordinated with outside contractors. Jim also performs in-house repairs when appropriate. He manages the janitorial staff and works closely with the Executive Director. Jim assists in the control of the annual maintenance budget and maintains the inventory of supplies and equipment. He is on-call 24 hours a day!

Amy Noroski

Amy is the point of contact for new members, and oversees membership and seating for the High Holy Days, including guest seating. As the facility/calendar coordinator, she assists members when they wish to sponsor a kiddush or extended kiddush, and books luncheons, dinners and parties, as well as scheduling all meetings taking place at Har Zion.

Amy Shepherd

Amy, administrative assistant for The Noreen Cook Center for Early Childhood Education, comes to Har Zion Temple from Atlanta, GA with extensive experience in both synagogue preschools and religious schools. She plans on helping the preschool "go green" by utilizing online newsletters and email access to our flyers.

Sara Pinsk

As Administrative Assistant to the Executive Director, Sara is responsible for tasks ranging from helping congregants with the purchase of Chai Simcha and Yahrzeit Memorial plaques to communicating with the insurance company on workers' compensation and other liability claims. Sara also assists Har Zion's President and lay leaders in carrying out their responsibilities by keeping track of agendas, meetings, and minutes and providing a variety of other assistance.

Gail Stamler

As Receptionist, Gail fields phone calls, and assists congregants and visitors alike. She assists other staff with general clerical work, data entry, and input of data for the Har Zion Bulletin.