Appointed in July 2005 as CAI's Assistant Rabbi & Education Director, Rabbi Kelley Gludt was ordained from the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies at the University of Judaism in Los Angeles, California in May 2005.

Most recently, she interned as Rabbi-in-Residence for the Bureau of Jewish Education in Orange County. Rabbi Gludt also possesses a Bachelor of Arts Degree in journalism from California State University, Long Beach.

From an early age (despite her Irish-sounding name) Rabbi Gludt knew her strong identity would lead her to the rabbinate. While studying for the rabbinate, she accumulated a great deal of experience in formal and informal Jewish education. Maintaining a connection with her journalistic roots, Rabbi Gludt acted as the University of Judaism's newspaper advisor for four years and taught various journalism courses. She hopes to continue to educate and challenge Jews of all ages, inspiring a true appreciation for Judaism in others.

"Rabbi Gludt has a passion that is contagious," says Rabbi Robert Eisen. "We are all looking forward to the knowledge, skills and excitement for Living Judaism that we know she will bring to our religious school and our congregation as a whole."

Born and raised in South Africa, Cantor Ivor Lichterman was nurtured for the Cantorate by his late father, Cantor Jakub Lichterman. Upon his immigration to the United States in 1976, Cantor Lichterman pursued graduate Judaic studies at Yeshiva University and served for many years in synagogues on the East coast. He has served Congregation Anshei Israel since 1991.

Graduated cum laude in Judaic Studies from the University of Cape Town, Cantor has diplomas in music, commercial art, calligraphy, Hebrew teaching and Brit Milah (ritual circumcision).

Cantor directs the Junior and Adult Choirs of Congregation Anshei Israel which perform in Shabbat, High Holy Days and communal programs. The Junior Choir includes member children in Grades 3 through 12, providing a wonderful outlet for those who love to sing. The choir provides a fun, enriching Jewish music learning experience while also giving the children confidence in their ability to perform. The Adult Choir sings when we bless the new month at Shabbat services, on holidays, on special occasions and in concerts. The choir is open to synagogue members with good voices and basic knowledge of Hebrew, synagogue ritual and music.

A talented photographer of synagogues throughout the world, Cantor Lichterman also possesses a lyric tenor voice. He has performed with his brother, Joel — also a Cantor — on numerous occasions. One event that draws a huge audience is the Cantor's Concert held biennially at Congregation Anshei Israel. These concerts include special guests and provide wonderful evenings full of Jewish music.

If interested in information concerning Brit Milah, choirs or concerts, please contact Cantor's secretary at clergysecretary@caiaz.org.