Rabbi Jennifer JaechI am a rabbi serving Temple Israel of Northern Westchester in Croton-on-Hudson, New York. My grown son brings me lots of joy, and I'm also blessed to have a loving husband and a circle of wonderful family and friends. Before becoming a rabbi, I worke for the Washington State Senate and then as a legislative liaison for The Evergreen State College. During this time I discovered Judaism and began a spiritual journey that led me to the rabbinate. Working as a rabbi has allowed me to hone the skills I learned while working in the political world; and then use those skills to build sacred community. I have also drawn on the example of my mother, Lorna Jaech. Although she died when I was a child, she shaped my life in a profound and lasting way. My mother's legacy is one of kindness and caring for others. I feel her influence every day in my work as a rabbi. Read More Read Less