Rabbi Daniel Askenazi
Barcelona
Summary
Experienced Rabbi bringing more than 10 years' success in spiritual leadership to growing Synagogues. Adept in building integrated long-term plans guiding people in educational and spiritual formation. Ready to bring expertise in organizational management, program administration and community outreach to growing Synagogues.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Rabbi of Barcelona
Comunidad Israelita de Barcelona
Barcelona
08.2018 - Current
- Provided spiritual guidance to congregants and their families.
- Conducted life cycle events, such as weddings, funerals, bar and bat mitzvahs, and baby namings.
- Delivered sermons on weekly Shabbat services.
- Organized educational programs for adults and children in the synagogue community.
- Taught classes on Jewish history and religion.
- Planned special holiday celebrations such as Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.
- Mentored students studying for conversion to Judaism or preparing for a Bar and Bat Mitzvah ceremony.
- Led adult education discussions about current events from a Jewish perspective.
- Counseled individuals facing personal issues from a Judaic point of view.
- Developed relationships with members of the congregation through pastoral visits.
- Supervised religious school teachers, rabbinical interns and other staff members in the synagogue office.
- Assisted in fundraising efforts to support various synagogue activities.
- Researched topics related to Jewish law when requested by congregants.
- Fostered relationships with local organizations that are committed to advancing social justice causes.
- Participated in interfaith dialogues with clergy from other faith traditions.
- Coordinated volunteer opportunities for members of the congregation who wanted to serve their community.
- Promoted an inclusive environment where people of all backgrounds could come together to celebrate their common heritage.
School Rabbi
Colegio Hebreo Union
Barranquilla
08.2014 - 02.2018
- Supervised religious school teachers, rabbinical interns and other staff members in the synagogue office.
Senior Rabbi
Centro Israelita Filantrópico
Barranquilla
07.2014 - 02.2018
- Provided spiritual guidance to congregants and their families.
- Conducted life cycle events, such as weddings, funerals, bar and bat mitzvahs, and baby namings.
- Delivered sermons on weekly Shabbat services.
- Organized educational programs for adults and children in the synagogue community.
Director of Jewish Studies
Colegio New Cambridge
Cali
08.2013 - 07.2014
- Developed and implemented lesson plans in accordance with Jewish Studies curriculum requirements.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student learning outcomes.
- Provided instruction on the history, culture, and religion of Judaism.
- Encouraged students to explore complex questions related to their faith.
- Facilitated classroom discussions on a variety of topics relevant to Jewish studies.
Assistant Rabbi
Centro Israelita de Beneficencia
Cali
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Conducted research and prepared sermons for Shabbat services.
- Facilitated weekly Torah study classes.
- Organized and led prayer services, including holidays and special events.
- Provided pastoral counseling to congregants in need of spiritual guidance.
Logistics Officer
Israel Defense Forces
Israel
02.2002 - 01.2011
- Conducted briefings and prepared reports on mission status, accomplishments and future plans.
- Developed strategies for successful completion of assigned missions.
- Provided guidance to subordinates in order to maximize efficiency and effectiveness in accomplishing tasks.
- Evaluated performance of personnel under my command, providing feedback as needed.
Education
Young Rabbis Empowering Program - Practical Rabbinics
Conference of European Rabbi
Europe01-2023
J.D. - Law
Universidad Del Norte De Colombia
Barranquilla España08-2018
Rabbinic Ordination -
Rabbi Eliahu Ben Haim
New York04-2013
Avrech - Jewish Studies
Kolel Torat Emet
Mexico City04-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Jerusalem, Israel06-2009
Yeshivat Bat Ayin
Bat Ayin, Israel01-2006
Second Lieutenant -
IDF Officers School
Israel04-2004
Yeshivat Merkaz Harav
Jerusalem, Israel01-2002
Skills
- Spiritual Guidance
- Outreach Programming
- Active Listening
- Teaching
- Excellent Communication
- Community Service
- Volunteer Management
- Sermon Preparation
Accomplishments
- Matanel Award 2022 for Best Practice and Community Development
- Maharal Award For Best Community Program
Certification
- Chupa Vekidushin Certification, Rabbinical Center of Europe
- Mikvaot, Industrial Kosher, Birur Yahadut, Conference of European Rabbis
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hebrew
Proficient (C2)
C2
Catalan
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Chief Rabbi of Barcelona
Comunidad Israelita de Barcelona
08.2018 - Current
School Rabbi
Colegio Hebreo Union
08.2014 - 02.2018
Senior Rabbi
Centro Israelita Filantrópico
07.2014 - 02.2018
Director of Jewish Studies
Colegio New Cambridge
08.2013 - 07.2014
Assistant Rabbi
Centro Israelita de Beneficencia
07.2013 - 07.2014
Logistics Officer
Israel Defense Forces
02.2002 - 01.2011
Young Rabbis Empowering Program - Practical Rabbinics
Conference of European Rabbi
J.D. - Law
Universidad Del Norte De Colombia
Rabbinic Ordination -
Rabbi Eliahu Ben Haim
Avrech - Jewish Studies
Kolel Torat Emet
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Yeshivat Bat Ayin
Second Lieutenant -
IDF Officers School
Yeshivat Merkaz Harav
- Chupa Vekidushin Certification, Rabbinical Center of Europe
- Mikvaot, Industrial Kosher, Birur Yahadut, Conference of European Rabbis
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