Our Team

Rabbi Sammy Rosenbaum

Rabbi Samuel “Sammy” Rosenbaum moved to Memphis from Los Angeles where he worked as the Assistant Dean of the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies, his alma mater. During his time there, he helped to usher in a generation of rabbis who are now successful leaders and teachers around the world. Rabbi Sammy was formerly the rabbi of Temple Ner Shalom in San Luis Obispo, CA. He’s passionate about engaging young families and connecting congregants across generations through music, Torah, and empowering lay leadership. 

 Before moving to Los Angeles for his rabbinic training, Rabbi Sammy lived in Atlanta where he worked as a professional Jewish musician, writing melodies, recording two albums, and performing. During his years there, he focused on building community for Jewish young professionals. He founded the Moishe House-Virginia Highland, leading over 200 programs out of his home. He was the co-founder of The Well, a monthly musical Kabbalat Shabbat community which became the spiritual home for many young Atlanta Jews. 

 Rabbi Sammy grew up in Boca Raton. He was active in Jewish youth groups, participating in Kadima and USY. He spent 15 summers at Camp Ramah Darom beginning in 1999. While working as a counselor, he helped shape the musical culture of the camp. His original melodies are still sung there today. 

 A graduate of the University of Florida, Rabbi Sammy is a fan of SEC football. He is a lover of vinyl records, live music, spending time outdoors in nature, and is an avid whiskey enthusiast. He has amassed a whiskey library of his own and used to lead whiskey tastings for synagogues in Southern California. 

 Rabbi Sammy and his fiancée, Shana, look forward to many Shabbat dinners together with congregants, celebrating holidays and simchas, and getting to know the warm and welcoming community that is Beth Sholom. 

 Please reach out to the main office to contact Rabbi Sammy.

 

Director of Education-Rachael Rovner

Rachael brings nearly two decades of classroom teaching experience and five years in marketing to our Beth Sholom family. She holds an Associate’s Degree in Judaic Studies and a BA in Education from Stern College for Women. While raising her four children, she also earned a Master’s in Special Education from Notre Dame College.

Passionate and full of energy, Rachael pours her heart into everything she does—and her interests are as diverse as they are vibrant! When she’s not visiting her college-aged children up north, you’ll likely find her on the dance floor, teaching a fitness class, or singing karaoke with joy and flair.

Office Manager - Erica Mosley

Erica Mosley is thrilled to be a part of Beth Sholom Synagogue. She considers herself to be a dedicated and dependable individual who is confident that her skills and academic experience will allow her to thrive. She was born and raised in Memphis, TN. A graduate of Ridgeway High School class of 2007, she has an associate degree in accounting from Southwest Tennessee Community College and a bachelor’s degree in accounting with a concentration in business administration at Strayer University. Erica spends most of her time with her son who loves basketball and video games. Her hobbies include dining out, watching TV shows, traveling, and shopping. 

 Erica looks forward to seeing your smiling faces soon and growing with Beth Sholom Synagogue.