Rabbi Jay Sherwood is new spiritual leader at Temple Shalom

Jay Sherwood is a gem for the Southern Colorado Jewish community. He connects with children and Jews of all ages and backgrounds, with enthusiasm and charisma,” says Brent Mellow, president of Temple Shalom in Colorado Springs. Sherwood assumed the post as Temple Shalom’s spiritual leader on July 10, 2017, following the retirement of Rabbi Mel Glazer. “Colorado was on the top of our list of places to move to, especially since we knew that ultimately, we would leave California,” Sherwood says. Sherwood, his wife, Lisa, and teenager daughter, Ilana, live in the Briargate area. “We love Colorado Springs and have felt welcomed by everyone from the congregation to the members of the local Hadassah chapter. There are many passionate congregants, new members and a wealth […]