First Brazilian female rabbi inducted at The Ark Synagogue
On Saturday 9th May, The Ark Synagogue inducted its latest rabbi, Rabbi Andrea Kulikovsky, who was ordained by Leo Baeck College last July.
LBC’s Principal, Rabbi Professor Deborah Kahn-Harris, attended the induction. She reflected on this momentous occasion: “I was greatly honoured to attend the induction of Rabbi Andrea Kulikovsky at the Ark Synagogue earlier this month. Having been privileged to ordain Rabbi Kulikovsky myself last July, I am thrilled to see her thriving as a congregational rabbi.Rabbi Kulikovsky is the first Brazilian woman to be ordained by Leo Baeck College as well as the first to serve a UK congregation. It was, therefore, very special to hear from His Excellency Antonio de Aguiar Patriota, the Brazilian ambassador to the UK, during the service.”
A very hearty mazal tov to Rabbi Kulikovsky from everyone at LBC.
Pictures by Kathryn Harker.
Watch the service below: