New rabbi at Temple Habonim

The Temple Habonim Board of Trustees recently announced that Rabbi Howard Voss-Altman has been selected to serve as the Barrington congregation’s next rabbi, starting July 1. Rabbi Voss-Altman, of Providence, comes to Temple Habonim with a wealth of experience, a warm compassionate demeanor, a passion for education, and a strong history of social justice work, according to information supplied by the board.

He has been a member of the Board of Rabbis of Greater Rhode Island, serves on the Board of the Rhode Island Coalition to Reduce Poverty, and has been an advocate for legislation on behalf of public health and safety, fair wages, and fair housing, among other issues.  

In a statement, members of the board said, “We look forward to a partnership in spirituality, in Jewish education for all ages, in social justice advocacy, and in nurturing the connection that helps define Temple Habonim. We extend a warm welcome to Rabbi Howard, his wife Annie and their three children Emilie, Judah, and Adi.”