Board of Directors
The work of the congregation is carried out by a board of directors and a host of committees. The president and three at-large directors are elected annually; four vice-presidents, the secretary, and the treasurer are elected for two-year terms.
President: Sarajane Garten......... 571-217-2403
VP for Religious Affairs: Jack Hillelsohn ........... 301-927-5980
VP for Membership: Keith Cohen........301-821-3811
VP for Administration: Marlene Cohen.......... 202-362-9479
VP for Communications: Vacant. Send email to communications@betmish.org
Secretary: Aaron Hoffman
Treasurer: Allan Armus .......... 703-525-4261
Board Member At-Large 1: (Education and Social Affairs) Jeff Kahn........202-232-6521
Provides support to non-religious educational and cultural programming not covered by the VP Religious Affairs; oversight of the Education Committee, Book Group, Visiting Scholars, DC Pride, Shabbatons, Congregational Dinners, Brunch Studies, cultural activities such as theater or museum events, and other programs established to support sub-groups of the congregation such as women, young adults, families and founders.
Board Member At-Large 2: (Congregational Services and Affairs) Jeff Nakrin
Provides support to individuals and families in times of need, such as bereavement support and Bikur Cholim, and support to the congregation's spiritual fitness through social action/social justice, art and design, and liaison with the Havurot.
Board Member At-Large 3: (Community Affairs) Jon Winterson.......202-462-0506
Builds relationships and coordinates Bet Mishpachah participation with other Gay or Jewish organizations in the community. These include, but are not limited to, the Jewish Community Council, Jewish Federation, World Congress, Jewish Funeral Practices Committee, Interfaith activities, GLOE and Gayim.