Our Staff
Rabbi Richard Winer
Please call me ‘Rabbi Rick’ I enjoy and appreciate the honor of serving our region’s Jewish community. My family arrived here in Fresno in 2011 after having served a congregation in the Bay Area since ordination from the Hebrew Union College, Cincinnati campus in 1995. My wife, Rabbi Laura Novak Winer and I met at U.C. Santa Barbara where we studied in U.C.S.B.’s highly rated Religious Studies department. Rabbi Laura currently teaches at the Los Angeles campus of Hebrew Union College, commuting south for a few days a week when classes are in session. We have two sons, Saul and Max. The boys and I earned our black belts in Okinawan Karate and continue to participate in athletics. We all enjoy music as well. Over the years, I’ve dabbled in Jewish folklore and mysticism, Kabbalah, and teach units in a variety of areas of Jewish interest. We’ve been building upon the foundation of interfaith relationships pioneered by Rabbi David Greenberg here many years ago. I’m honored to serve on the board of Faith in the Valley and work toward stronger interfaith connections in our valley. Here at Temple Beth Israel, we strive to create engaging spiritual moments, nurture educational involvement for all ages and perpetuate the Jewish values that lead us all to taking part in making our world a better place. Please don’t hesitate to discuss with me how you can get involved.
And you can send me an email here: rabbirick@tbifresno.org
Susanna Grant, Director of Education and Programming
Susanna Grant has worked for almost 20 years in education, beginning as a high school English teacher and a 7th grade Sunday School teacher at Temple Beth Israel. After living in Israel for three years teaching English as a second language at Kfar Hayarok in Ramat HaSharon, she returned to the US and worked at Sinai Temple in Los Angeles, a conservative synagogue, as the Educational Coordinator in the Religious School. Upon returning to Fresno, she accepted the position of Director of Education and Programming at Temple Beth Israel.
You can contact Susanna at Susannag@tbifresno.org
Renee Godinez, Temple Administrator
Renee has lived in the Central Valley for 20 years and is an alumni of Fresno State. Before she joined the TBI staff, she was a professional Archaeologist working in Cultural Resource Management in Central California.
You can contact Renee at Reneeg@tbifresno.org
Sat, September 7 2024
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SepSeptember 8 , 2024
Sunday, Sep 8th 9:30a to 12:30p
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SepSeptember 8 , 2024
Sunday, Sep 8th 10:00a to 11:00a
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SepSeptember 8 , 2024
Sunday, Sep 8th 12:00p to 3:00p
A Festival to celebrate the return of school and approaching high holidays. Brotherhood will serve a delicious lunch; we have a variety of vendors, face-painting for the kids and more! Save the date and don’t miss it! -
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SepSeptember 14 , 2024
Shabbat, Sep 14th 11:00a to 1:00p
Start Your Day the Jewish Way introduces adult learners to the world of text-based, interactive, pluralistic and relevant Melton learning. This lesson explores the notion of a Jewish way to start one’s day. Through the lens of Jewish tradition, both classic and modern texts reveal an enlightening and insightful look at the great importance associated with “waking up on the right side of the bed.” -
Saturday ,
SepSeptember 14 , 2024
Shabbat, Sep 14th 4:00p to 10:00p
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SepSeptember 15 , 2024
Sunday, Sep 15th 9:30a to 12:30p
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Wednesday ,
SepSeptember 18 , 2024
Wednesday, Sep 18th 7:00p to 9:00p
Start Your Day the Jewish Way introduces adult learners to the world of text-based, interactive, pluralistic and relevant Melton learning. This lesson explores the notion of a Jewish way to start one’s day. Through the lens of Jewish tradition, both classic and modern texts reveal an enlightening and insightful look at the great importance associated with “waking up on the right side of the bed.” Zoom Link will be emailed to all who register -
Saturday ,
SepSeptember 21 , 2024
Shabbat, Sep 21st (All day)
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Sunday ,
SepSeptember 22 , 2024
Sunday, Sep 22nd 9:30a to 12:30p
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Sunday ,
SepSeptember 22 , 2024
Sunday, Sep 22nd 1:00p to 3:00p
Start Your Day the Jewish Way introduces adult learners to the world of text-based, interactive, pluralistic and relevant Melton learning. This lesson explores the notion of a Jewish way to start one’s day. Through the lens of Jewish tradition, both classic and modern texts reveal an enlightening and insightful look at the great importance associated with “waking up on the right side of the bed.”