Our Team
Rabbi Michael Bernstein
Rabbi Bernstein welcomes you to Congregation Gesher L'Torah, a vibrant and dynamic Synagogue community where Judaism is personal and each person's story is embraced. Michael Bernstein was ordained as a conservative Rabbi at the Jewish Theological Seminary in New York in 1999 and came to GLT in 2009 to serve as spiritual leader. He has always had a special interest in finding new ways to experience the ancient and timeless wisdom of our tradition in contemporary and impactful ways. For Rabbi Bernstein, the most important goal of a synagogue community is to foster a meaningful connection to being Jewish for every participant, whether in religious services, marking significant moments in life, or in getting together with family or friends. Rabbi Bernstein and his wife Tracie along with children Ayelet, Yaron and Liana look forward to seeing you at GLT in the near future!
Rebecca Gordon
Education Director
Rebecca Gordon has been the Director of Education at Congregation Gesher L'Torah for over 14 years. As the daughter of a Holocaust Survivor, her early years were built on family, strength, religion, and community. Her strong love for Jewish education and traditions play a very important part of her life at home and at work. After receiving a Masters in Social Work and Jewish Community Relations, Rebecca began creating and planning educational programs for children and adults of all ages. Her passion for teaching blossomed in the classroom and has grown even bigger as a Education Director, a board member of the Jewish Educators Assembly, a 2nd generation Holocaust speaker, and a member of the Jewish Education Collaborative. Rebecca has lived in Atlanta, GA for 24 years with her husband, Stuart and their two children (Zach and Zoe).
Hannah Zale
Program Director
Hannah Zale has served as a Jewish educator, Song Leader, Programmer, Camp Assistant Director, Youth Director, and mentor in the Atlanta Jewish community since she graduated from the University of Georgia in 2013. She has a passion for helping people try new things, empowering others to become leaders in their community (and beyond), and believes in joyful Judaism and creating a Kehillah Kadosha! In the fall of 2021, Hannah joined the Gesher L’ Torah team full-time, and will serve in a new position as the Program Director. We hope you and your family look forward to Hannah’s unique and fun social programs initiative, called Gesher Kesher, that is implemented in virtual and in-person programming. Hannah truly desires to become a familiar friendly face that all GLT members can come to about anything. To Hannah Zale, it is all about kesher (connection). Hannah will also manage community outreach, cultivating meaningful partnerships with other organizations, managing member recruitment and engagement, and finding resources to support GLT’s mission and culture throughout the community. Hannah is also an expert in creating music culture in Jewish spaces, serving as a Song Leader and loves leading meaningful music programs throughout the community.
Gayle Smith
Preschool Administrator
Gayle Smith is the Preschool Administrator at Gesher L’ Torah Preschool. She has worked in Jewish Education for the last 15 years. Gayle moved to Georgia 4 years ago with her husband and 4 children. Even though her youngest is now a Froggy Graduate she looks forward to continuing her career at Gesher while finishing her BA in Early Childhood Education and Development.
Angi Roberts
Bookkeeper
Angi Roberts received her Masters of Accountancy from Auburn University and began her career as an auditor with Arthur Anderson, LLP and Asst. Director of Experienced Hire Recruiting. She served as independent financial consultant for multiple small businesses in the Atlanta area. Angi has spent the majority of her career as a business owner since 2001, opening and owning multiple retail stores in the Atlanta and Athens area and currently owns and operates a web retail store. Angi enjoys working with smaller businesses to help them grow and provide knowledge in the accounting department so they can focus on their business and passion.
Thu, April 25 2024
17 Nisan 5784
Passover Services
Thu, April 25 2024 17 Nisan 5784