As we begin our community's search, we want to hear from you. Please fill out this short survey so we can begin to get a sense of the needs and desires of the community.

If you have questions, you can email Naomi Barnesky at naomi@thebarnetts.net and/or Meredith Lewis at meredithelyselewis@gmail.com

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* 1. How long have you been connected to CBI? (Choose all that apply)

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* 2. I identify as (select all that apply)

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* 3. Please rank each on a scale, how important is it for a new rabbi to fulfill the following roles:

  Not at all important Slightly important Important Significantly Important Extremely Important
Rabbi as a teacher and scholar (through formal or informal education, giving lectures)
Rabbi as a social activist (agency of change in society, encouraging advocacy and activism)
Rabbi as a prayer and ritual leader (leading services, facilitates diverse approaches to prayers)
Rabbi as Conservative movement steward (adhering to traditions, ensuring ritual compliance, connecting to the wider USCJ community)
Rabbi as a spiritual guide (supporting spiritual journeys, incorporating meditation and mindfulness)
Rabbi as pastor (providing comfort and counseling, engaging with lifecycle events)
Rabbi as a representative to larger communities (including the immediate area of Northampton, the greater region, the broaderJewish community)
Rabbi as a visionary (pushing the community to evolve)
Rabbi as a fundraiser (helping to secure a financially sustainable future for CBI)
Rabbi as a staff supervisor and trainer (supporting the existing and future CBI staff)

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* 4. What elements do you take advantage of at CBI? (Select as many apply)

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* 5. Other comments on what the most important qualities we should be looking for in a rabbi.

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