Guided by passionate, dedicated leaders who bring warmth, scholarship, and deep commitment to Jewish life in our community.
Rabbi Emeritus
After 35 years as our Senior Rabbi, Rabbi Steven M. Bob became Rabbi Emeritus in July 2016. He is a passionate educator who serves on the faculty at Wheaton College and Elmhurst University, where he co-founded the Holocaust Education Program. A prolific writer and community leader, he has authored two books on the Book of Jonah and has been recognized nationally for his influence in interfaith and civic leadership. He continues to share his love of Torah and sense of humor with the Etz Chaim family.
Maintenance Crew
J&L Cleaning Services is a family-owned business led by Javier Vega. Javier is a resilient and accomplished individual, started his transformative journey in Mexico City, which led him to the United States two decades ago. Javier, along with Elmer Suarez and Katia Vega, have been dedicated to serving CEC for the past few years.
