Eight years after deadliest antisemitic attack in US history, Tree of Life rabbi bids farewell
Summary
Rabbi Jeffrey Myers, spiritual leader of Pittsburgh’s Tree of Life Congregation, is retiring at age 70, eight years after surviving the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history. He led his community through the tragedy, the shooter's trial, and the pandemic while also helping start a new synagogue building.Key Facts
- The attack on the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh was the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history.
- Rabbi Jeffrey Myers survived the shooting and led his congregation through multiple funerals of those killed.
- After the attack, Myers found comfort and inspiration by reading the biblical Book of Psalms.
- Myers struggled with prayer following the tragedy but eventually found renewed faith.
- He guided his community through the shooter’s trial and the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Under his leadership, the congregation began construction of a new synagogue building.
- Rabbi Myers is retiring at age 70 in July 2026.
- A retirement dinner was held to honor Rabbi Myers with friends, family, and community members.
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