Jennifer Dechtman’s connection to The Jewish Experience is deeply personal and unexpectedly full circle. Long before TJE became a familiar name, Jennifer felt profoundly supported by Rabbi Ahron Wasserman and his wife, Hadassah, during her early years in Denver. “They were a big part of my time here,” she shared,…

Connection When It Matters MostConversations with Madison Esses & Aaron Polster Madison Esses: Finding Belonging through Invitation For Madison Esses, finding Olami wasn’t just about learning more Judaism. It was…

Judaism You Want to Show Up ForA Conversation with Adam and Barbara Moskowitz Adam and Barbara Moskowitz are leaders in the Denver Jewish community, partners in life, and deeply committed…

When Robert Warren and Elsa Sackett Warren first found The Jewish Experience, they were searching for connection. Newly engaged and new to Denver, Robert was looking for ways to engage with Jewish life that felt deeper than what he had known growing up, yet still welcoming and accessible. “I was…

Faces of TJE: Lisa Berkow – A Journey of Growth, Connection, and Jewish Joy If you’ve ever walked into The Jewish Experience and felt immediately at home, chances are you…

Faces of TJE: Rabbi Tzvi & PB Alyesh Bid Farewell to Denver After years of teaching, connecting, and being a warm presence within The Jewish Experience community, Rabbi Tzvi and…

Faces of TJE: Jacquie Marks – Finding Meaning and Community at TJE Jacquie Marks’ journey back into Jewish life has been rich with rediscovery, but it’s her connection to The Jewish Experience (TJE) that has turned inspiration into action—and community into home.

For Aaron Polster, the events of October 7, 2023, marked a profound shift—not just globally, but personally. Before then, Aaron had what many might call a “satisfactory” Jewish life in Denver. He was no stranger to Jewish tradition. He’d gather 30 friends for an annual Passover seder, attend synagogue for…

Moshe Ohana grew up in Monsey, New York and went to school nearby in Binghamton. Many thousands of miles away, Rikki Wedgle was raised in Denver, but then ended up attending Syracuse University, which is about an hour from Binghamton. The two of them were so close, yet a world…

As an active member of the Family Experience, Howard S. finds profound meaning in connecting his faith to every aspect of his life. Drawing connections between Torah principles and modern-day challenges, he demonstrates the profound ways in which spirituality and ethics shape his contributions to both medicine and the broader…

For Barbara Moskowitz, matchmaking isn’t just a role—it’s a passion rooted in empathy, intuition, and a genuine love of connection. After watching friends struggle to find meaningful relationships, Barbara realized she had both the drive and the insight to help. She became a matchmaker with JDenver to do just that.

Bob Lackner finds deep spiritual nourishment and education through his involvement with The Jewish Experience (TJE). For over a decade, Bob has participated in TJE programs, including Rabbi Leban’s Lunch and Learn sessions and weekly Talmud classes. These sessions have become an essential part of his life. “It’s a mandatory…

Michael Staenberg’s philanthropic journey is deeply rooted in his upbringing and Jewish values. Raised in a family that emphasized gratitude and giving, Staenberg learned the importance of tzedakah at just 10 years old.

For Matt, a young professional and recent transplant to Denver, The Jewish Experience has been more than just a community center—it’s been a lifeline. In an industry as demanding as news reporting, Matt treasures the sanctuary that TJE provides.