Rabbi Monica Kleinman (she/her)
MAHL, M. Ed Admin, RJE
Sacred Moments
I love sharing special moments in families' lives - from welcoming a baby to blessing sacred relationships, and even saying goodbye, each change is meaningful in its own way.
Welcome, baby!
One of the most joyful smachot [happy occasions] is welcoming a new life into the covenant of the Jewish people. This is an opportunity to include parents, grandparents, and loved ones who will support the little one on their Jewish journey. I counsel families through the question whether or not to circumcise their male-presenting children in the hospital, with a mohel, or at all, as well as how to honor a female-presenting child in traditional and creative ways.
Sanctifying Sacred Relationships
I've had the honor of helping couples share their love and commitment with one another and their family and friends. I cherish the relationships I am privy to watching grow and develop and the family members I meet along the way. I am happy to talk about your personal situation and find a way for us to share it together!
Conversion: Choosing a Jewish Life
"Rabbi Monica Kleinman was an integral part of my conversion process. I appreciated her knowledge, expertise, and most of all, her passion for Jewish education. She made my family and I feel welcome and comfortable in the synagogue, and I am grateful to her for her guidance and support. Throughout my conversion process and still, I often come up with oddball questions as I love to learn and deepen my understanding. She always has a thought-provoking response that continues to ignite my path in the Jewish faith. I would highly recommend Rabbi Kleinman for any of your Rabbinical needs." -Alex P.
End of Life
Sacred moments
I've had the honor of kavod ha-met [honoring the deceased] with many families. Each individual and family has had their own Jewish journey and envisions a farewell to their loved one in a different way.
"Rabbi Monica Kleinman was with my family as my Dad was dying. She was such a comfort to him in the hospital and often ran to the hospital at a moments notice to be with him when he felt he needed the presence of clergy. However, it was her support to my mother that was so crucial. As my mom was dealing with slowly and painfully losing her partner of over 50 years, Rabbi Monica was there to talk, hold her hand or just listen at any time. Her compassion was obviously genuine and I don’t think my mom would have gotten through that time without her comfort and guidance. She kept in touch with my mom after my Dad passed, although he was gone, my mother’s emotional well being was still so important to Rabbi Monica. Any family would be blessed to have her guide them through life cycle events."
-Robin S.