Congregation Beth El, Missouri City, TX

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July 05, 2008 2 Tamuz 5768

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Rabbi Seth Mark Stander

Y A native of Syracuse, New York, a product of both Conservative and Reform Judaism, Rabbi Stander is a graduate of the State University of New York at Binghamton, active in Hillel and earning a B.A. in Judaic Studies in 1992. In 2001, he earned a certificate in Basic Mediation from the Center for Public Policy Dispute Resolution at the University of Texas in Austin. Rabbi Stander has served several congregations. In Texas he has served, Temple Rodef Shalom of Waco, and most recently Temple Beth Tikvah in the Clear Lake Area.

Y In 2007 he became the Rabbi of Congregation Beth El in Missouri City, Texas. As spiritual leader of the congregation, he offers guidance through worship and ritual, teaching and counseling. He also represents the congregation in the community.

Y Rabbi Stander is married to Margot Beth Tritsch Stander. They are proud parents of one child.

Cantor Ralph Katz

Y Cantor Katz, a native of New York, is the son of a cantor. He has been with Congregation Beth El since its beginning in 1982. He serves as cantor for Shabbat, B’nei Mitzvah, and holy days. He conducts services when Rabbi Schulman is not present.

Y Cantor Katz is active in local musical productions such as with the Jewish Community Center, and has been the leading baritone for the Houston Gilbert & Sullivan Society for more than twenty years.

Y Cantor Katz is married to Carol Katz, and they are proud parents of four children, and proud grandparents of four.

Steven C. Daum, Director of Education

Y Mr. Daum, a native Houstonian, received his undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Hebrew from the University of Texas, and his Master of Arts in Jewish Education from the University of Judaism in Los Angeles. Mr. Daum received his Reform Jewish Educator (R.J.E.) certification from the National Association of Temple Educators in 1995. Mr. Daum began his employment with Congregation Beth El in 1998. He is responsible for the operation and programming of the Religious School.

Y Mr. Daum is married to Suzie Daum, and they are the proud parents of two children.

Debbie Schwartz, Congregation Beth El Preschool Director

Y Mrs. Schwatz, a native Houstonian, received her undergraduate degree in Elementary Education from the University of Texas. She has taught Preschool for 25 years before joining the staff at Beth El

Y Mrs. Schwartz is married to David Schwartz, and they are the proud parents of one son.

Anne Rance, Business Director

Y Mrs. Rance a native of Omaha, Nebraska has been the Business Director for Congregation Beth El since 1996. She has her associate degree in Business from CE School of Commerce in Omaha, Nebraska. She is responsible for assuring that the temple continues to function smoothly, as well as assisting the Rabbi, Education Director, Preschool Director, and the temple leadership and committees. She also handles Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.

Y Mrs. Rance is married to Byron Rance, and they are proud parents of one daughter.

Lili Liebgold-Stern, Special Events Coordinator/Office Assistant

Y Ms. Liebgold-Stern, who is also a native Houstonian has been the Special Events Coordinator for Congregation Beth El since 2000. Along with making sure that the Oneg Shabbat is prepared, she coordinates the food and set ups for all the special events. She also doubles as CBE’s Office Assistant Monday through Friday. Ms Liebgold received her degree in Business from the University of Texas.

Y Ms. Liebgold-Stern is the proud parent of three sons.

Marilyn Gorel, Preschool Assistant

Y Mrs. Gorel, grew up in Laredo, Texas and received a degree in Business from the University of Texas. She has been with the Preschool since 1994. She has worked as a Preschool Teacher and currently she assists the Preschool Director with the daily operations of the preschool.

Y Mrs. Gorel is married to Lance Gorel and they are the proud parents of two girls.