Rabbi Rachel Rubenstein

Rabbi Rachel Rubenstein has served as Rabbi of Temple of Aaron since 2021. Originally from Northbrook, Illinois, she earned her BA in International Studies from Washington University in St. Louis and received rabbinic ordination and a Master’s in Jewish Education from the Jewish Theological Seminary.

 

Rabbi Rachel is deeply committed to fostering meaningful connections within the Temple of Aaron community—through pastoral care, engaging Torah, and dynamic programming for all ages. She is especially passionate about empowering young people to find joy, purpose, and pride in Jewish life and learning.

 

Before joining Temple of Aaron, she served as Executive Director of the Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County, where she led the Zachor Anti-Semitism Initiative.

 

She serves Temple of Aaron alongside her husband and co-rabbi, Rabbi Marcus Rubenstein.