2001
Rabbi Sandford Kopnick becomes the fourth full-time rabbi of the Valley Temple. Rabbi Sam Joseph, professor of education at HUC-JIR and Rabbi Greenberg participate in the installation service.
*Member of Union for Reform Judaism
Rabbi Sandford Kopnick becomes the fourth full-time rabbi of the Valley Temple. Rabbi Sam Joseph, professor of education at HUC-JIR and Rabbi Greenberg participate in the installation service.
Due to health concerns, Rabbi Greenberg becomes Rabbi Emeritus as congregation celebrates a 32-year relationship with a trusted friend, mentor, and spiritual leader. HUC-JIR student interns David Kaufman and Jeremy Barras serve the congregation until a new rabbi is elected.
Sanctuary is remodeled in honor of Rabbi Greenberg’s 25th Anniversary. In 1997 new Torah covers by Jeanette Kovin Oren are dedicated.
Temple is remodeled to accommodate greater space needs. Courtyard is enclosed, board room moved, and gift shop and storage room are added. New configuration allows for more classrooms.
Cincinnati Reform Jewish High School begins as a combined effort of the four Cincinnati Reform synagogues. Rabbi Greenberg is instrumental in establishing community commitment to high school scholarships for Israel.