Congregation Beth Israel
Home to the Jewish Community of Lebanon, Pennsylvania
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Home to the Jewish Community of Lebanon, Pennsylvania
The office is operating off a hybrid schedule, so appointments are necessary to ensure staff availability. Please call to set up a time.
Appointments are necessary to ensure availability. Please call to set up a time.
Cantor Marilyn Selby Okoshi– Spiritual Leader at Congregation Beth Israel since 2023. Ordained as a hazzan by the Jewish Theological Seminary where she also earned Master’s degrees in Sacred Music and Jewish Educational Leadership. After practicing corporate and securities law for over 30 years, Cantor Selby Okoshi returned to her love of Jewish studies and pedagogy. Fluent in Mandarin Chinese & Japanese. Served in Conservative, Reconstructionist, and Reform congregations as service leader and teacher. She believes in welcoming all to participate and learn about our Jewish heritage and traditions.
Samantha Parmer – Office Manager– Tasked with the job of ensuring that our synagogue functions successfully, and is involved in all aspects of the Congregational activities. “Sammi/Sam” moved from Kansas to Pennsylvania in 2007 and resides in Lancaster. Sammi is a wife and mother of two daughters. She enjoys playing softball, bowling and drawing in her free time.
Shawn Barbour – part-time Custodian. Within his regular schedule and duties, Shawn is also involved in events, food preparations, and serving.