Rabbi Chaim Steinmetz was the spiritual leader of Congregation Tifereth Beth David Jerusalem (TBDJ), a Montreal synagogue, from 1996 to 2016. In January 2016, Rabbi Steinmetz transitioned to a prominent role at Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun (KJ) on Manhattan’s Upper East Side in New York.
During his tenure in Montreal, I frequently volunteered to capture short five-minute sermons on video. Additionally, I have shared nine of Rabbi Steinmetz’s impactful addresses on the Kehilath Jeshurun (KJ) website, each leaving a lasting impression.
These addresses include:
Yizkor and Yom HaShoah: Between Past and Present – Pesach 2016
Additionally, I have recorded six-minute talks by Rabbi Steinmetz over the years:
Rosh hashanah and Pesach: Can you find the parallels?
Are You Addicted to Being Right?
How to Keep Failure from Becoming a Defeat, Rosh Hashanah 2011
Steve Jobs, Noah, and Living Outside the Box
One of the lucky ones – Rabbi Steinmetz Rosh Hashanah
The Power of Questions: Rabbi Steinmetz
Being Selfless – Rabbi Steinmetz
Life has no Easy Button – Rabbi Steinmetz
Teenage Moot Court in Montreal
CHILDREN’S Guilt: Who and Why?
Rabbi Steinmetz: Jewish community being libelled: Ad matai!!!
Prepare Your Heart Before You Prepare your Plans: The Lesson of Bamidbar, The Book of Numbers
The High Holidays: The Power of Now: Part Three: RISING TO THE OCCASION
The Power of Now:
Part one: The challenge of Rosh Hashanah
Part Two: The Pull of the Past
In summary, Rabbi Chaim Steinmetz’s journey from TBDJ to KJ has been marked by profound spiritual insights and impactful discourses. As a volunteer capturing and sharing his sermons, I’ve witnessed the enduring impact of his talks on historical events, self-awareness, resilience, and various topics. Rabbi Steinmetz’s commitment to guiding and inspiring his community is evident in his diverse range of issues, reflecting his wisdom and leaving a lasting impression on those who have experienced his teachings.