Temple Am Shalom in Mentor welcomed Rabbi Jonathan Cohen as the newest addition to its spiritual staff on Sept. 1 for a first-time role where he will assist with Shabbat services, educational classes, fundraising and growth of membership.

Before beginning his new role at Temple Am Shalom, Cohen previously served as the 12th senior rabbi of The Temple-Tifereth Israel in Beachwood for five years, prior to its merger with Fairmount Temple. As his contract that was set to expire on June 30, 2023, was extended at the end of 2022, Cohen had requested and was granted a one-year sabbatical. He announced he would not return to the congregation on June 30, 2024, at the conclusion of the sabbatical.

Cohen will serve alongside spiritual leader Renee Blau and assistant spiritual leader Elise Aitken.

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