NEW YORK, NY – Rabbi Jon-Jay Tilsen, former rabbi at Beth El Keser Israel (BEKI) in New Haven was one of 36 rabbis awarded honorary doctorates by the Jewish Theological Seminary at an online convocation ceremony on June 6. JTS celebrated and honored the achievements of these important spiritual leaders and expressed appreciation for their contributions to Jewish life. Each recipient has served the Jewish community and the Conservative Movement with distinction for over 25 years.

Main Photo: Rabbi Jon-Jay Tilsen