Laura Baum
Rabbi Laura Baum is a Founding Rabbi and the Chief Operating Officer of OurJewishCommunity.org and a Rabbi at Congregation Beth Adam in Cincinnati. With expertise in social media and the changing needs of the Jewish community, Laura has created an innovative model for engaging those seeking new ways to connect to Judaism. Under her leadership, OurJewishCommunity.org provides meaningful Jewish connections for Jews around the world and was named by Slingshot as one of the top 50 innovative Jewish organizations. A Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Yale, she has rabbinic ordination from Hebrew Union College and an MBA from Xavier University.
Articles by Laura Baum
Mensch on the Bench Hits Shark Tank with His Jewish Appearance
December is here along with the season of Christmas lights, Hanukkah cookies, Festivus celebrations, holiday shopping, the Elf on the Shelf, ...
Hopefulness at the General Assembly
As a rabbi of an innovative global organization, it is important for me not just to be in my office ...
What’s YOUR Legacy?
There’s an old joke about a rabbi, a priest, and a minister. The three leaders are speaking on a panel ...
High-Tech High Holidays
When I entered rabbinical school, I never imagined I would become a rabbi of an online synagogue. In fact, when ...
Judging Ourselves – Not Judging Others
It’s been a week since Robin Williams’ death. My Facebook newsfeed continues to be filled with beautiful tributes to and ...