Speakers Series Honoring Rabbi Michael S. Siegel

When

February 22, 2026    
4:00 pm

M’Chayail, L’Chayail 

From Strength to Strength—a special year to honor Rabbi Michael Siegel’s extraordinary leadership and service to our community. 

An Evening of Insight and Reflection, Featuring Bret Stephens 

This event was recorded Thursday, November 6.

An Evening to Discuss As a Jew, Featuring Sarah Hurwitz in Conversation

This event was recorded Tuesday, December 16.


An Evening to Discuss the Future of the American Rabbinate, Featuring Esteemed Former and Current Rabbis of Anshe Emet

This event was recorded Tuesday, January 20.

See Rabbi Michael Siegel in conversation with esteemed former rabbis of Anshe Emet as they reflect on their journeys and share insights into the evolving role of rabbinic leadership in America. Together, they explore the challenges, opportunities, and visions shaping the future of the American rabbinate in a changing Jewish landscape.

Featuring: 
Rabbi Heather Altman
Rabbi Daniel Burg
Rabbi D’ror Chankin-Gould
Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove
Rabbi Benjy Forester
Rabbi Abe Friedman
Rabbi David Russo
Rabbi Charlie Savenor 

An Evening to Discuss The State of American Jewry Today, Featuring Rabbi David Wolpe in Conversation with Rabbi Michael Siegel

Sunday, February 22 • 4PM

Program Description:
Join Rabbi Siegel as he speaks with Rabbi Wolpe on the state of American Jewry today. Wine and cheese reception to follow program.

Rabbi David Wolpe:
Named The Most Influential Rabbi in America by Newsweek and one of the 50 Most Influential Jews in the World by The Jerusalem Post, and twice named one of the 500 Most Influential People in Los Angeles by the Los Angeles Business Journal, David Wolpe is the Max Webb Emeritus Rabbi of Sinai Temple. He currently serves as a scholar in residence at the Maimonides Fund. Rabbi Wolpe has taught at Harvard, the Jewish Theological Seminary, the American Jewish University, Hunter College, and UCLA. Rabbi Wolpe is the author of eight books, including the national best seller Making Loss Matter: Creating Meaning in Difficult Times (Riverhead). His latest is titled David, the Divided Heart (Yale U Press).

Entrance to Anshe Emet:
All attendees will have government IDs checked at the door.  If your ID does not match your registration, you will not be allowed inside.  No large bags or signs will be permitted.

Parking at Anshe Emet will not be available:
Parking will only be available for sponsors and congregants with handicapped placards. We suggest public transportation, ridesharing services, or reserving local parking via spothero. 

In-Person at Anshe Emet Synagogue (3751 N. Broadway) and Livestreamed.


Congregational Shabbat Dinner to Honor Rabbi Michael Siegel with Ted Deutch, Chief Executive Officer, Edward and Sandra Meyer Office of the CEO at American Jewish Committee

Friday, March 20 • 6PM Service • 7PM Dinner

Program Description:
Join us for Shabbat Services followed by a very special Shabbat dinner with Ted Deutch.

Ted Deutch:
Ted, a lifelong Jewish and pro-Israel activist, assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer, Edward and Sandra Meyer Office of the CEO at American Jewish Committee (AJC) on October 1, 2022. He joined AJC following more than 12 years of service in the United States House of Representatives, representing Broward and Palm Beach Counties in Florida. Ted has long championed the priorities of the Jewish community, from his summers at Camp Ramah to his Israel activism at the University of Michigan and Michigan Law School, where he chaired the Hillel Governing Board.

Prices:
Anshe Emet Members (18+): $54
Non-Members (18+): $72
Children 5-17 years old: $18
Children 4 years old and under: Free

In-Person at Anshe Emet Synagogue (3751 N. Broadway).