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Ordained in 2007 by the Jewish Theological Seminary, Rabbi Siemers was awarded a Crown Fellowship—as an outstanding candidate for the Rabbinate—during his years of study there.
Prior to joining Temple Israel, Rabbi Siemers served for four years as the spiritual leader of Beth Israel Synagogue in Lexington Park, Maryland. There he conducted all services, guided congregants through life-cycle events and ceremonies, taught adult education and religious school classes, and represented Jewish interests to the wider community.
At Congregation Beth Zion-Beth Israel in Philadelphia, Rabbi Siemers fulfilled a cantorial role, running the large shul’s B’nai Mitzvah program and teaching nusach (traditional music used for chanting prayers,) and trope.
