Rabbi Jack, aka “the physics rabbi,” was ordained by Rabbi Gershon Winkler in 1995.  With a Ph.D. in physics, Rabbi Jack spent much of his career at Los Alamos National Laboratory. In addition to teaching and leading services each week at HaMakom, Jack has provided itinerant rabbinic support to far-flung Jewish communities, including those in Vienna, Austria, Beijing, China, and Warsaw, Poland.

Hazzan Cindy Freedman has been serving HaMakom in Santa Fe, New Mexico, since 2004. She received her cantorial ordination from ALEPH: Alliance for Jewish Renewal in 2014, and she has been a member of the Women Cantor's Network since 2005. She is a professional singer, guitarist, life cycle officiant, and chant leader who thoroughly engages people in the power of prayer through music and sound. 

Deborah Avren has lived in Santa Fe since 2009.  She joined HaMakom and became involved in the Board, eventually becoming President.  As an Event Producer she manages the imagination and logistics which result in an inspired and committed community.  She and her partner Len Goodman participate in the greater Jewish community and are committed to the growth of our HaMakom community.