Rabbi
James Cohn
“I’m very happy that Wendie and I are making our home
in Charleston. This community offers a
wonderful opportunity to blend so many things: the deep roots of Jewish
heritage, a historic commitment to its pluralistic and inclusive interpretation,
a wider Jewish and non-Jewish community that cherishes religion and the
interplay of religious organizations, a host of social, civic, and academic
resources, -- and most of all, the generosity of spirit that makes this
congregation so warm and welcoming.
“I promise to lend
my abilities and energies to nourish the spiritual, educational, and social
aspects of my congregants’ lives, and to help meet the communal needs in this
region as a full and active participant. Of course, most of all, Wendie and I
look forward to forming bonds of lasting friendship and affection with you that
will be nurturing for us all. We’re
honored and grateful to be part of this congregational family.”
Jim Cohn, Rabbi
Rabbi Cohn enjoys
presenting workshops and seminars on Jewish beliefs and practices; conducting
Institutes on Judaism for Jews, prospective Jews, and non-Jews; developing
programs for intermarried families; officiating at life-cycle events; and
joining with others in creative Jewish thought and dialogue. He is an active
leader in areas of interfaith relations, social justice, and community
visioning. He is a graduate of the
Special areas of
Rabbi Cohn’s academic interest include dreams, prophecy, and consciousness in
the manner of Maimonides (RAMBAM): the multidisciplinary interface of religion,
philosophy, psychology and medicine.
Rabbi Cohn was
ordained in 1978 by the Reform Rabbinical Seminary,