Our Team

Karen Turk, Interim Executive Director, kturk@templeisraelnc.org

Your resource for:
• questions regarding how to partner with Temple Israel on
   community initiatives and programs
• questions regarding the temple’s Board of Trustees and
   issues related to the strategic direction and/or governance
   of the synagogue
• information about how to establish an endowment or
  in-house fund at Temple Israel or if you are interested in
  making a donation associated with a naming opportunity
• special event and meeting planning, renting space, catering services
• coordinating events for internal functions, Shabbat services, and congregational 
  special events
• questions or concerns regarding a member of Temple Israel’s personnel team

Katharine LaBadie, Executive Assistant, klabadie@templeisraelnc.org 

Your resource for:
• connecting with our Clergy for pastoral care, to schedule a
  meeting or lesson 
• connecting with our Executive Director to schedule a meeting
• questions related to lifelong learning classes, holidays and
  weekly services  
• making a donation, either over the phone or in-person
 

SueAnn Burroughs, Lead Receptionist and Office Manager, sburroughs@templeisraelnc.org 

Your resource for:
• general questions about programs, events, and services
• event registration  
• making a donation or ordering a yahrzeit plaque or Simcha leaf, either over the phone or in-person 


 

Erin Goldstein, Membership Director, egoldstein@templeisraelnc.org 

Your resource for:
• questions about membership or your annual commitment 
• setting up your Temple Israel online account or updating
  membership information 
• how to get involved and engaged in our community through 
  committees a numerous volunteer opportunities 
• information about becoming a Legacy Donor  
 

Terri Cathcart, Facilities Manager, tcathcart@templeisraelnc.org

Your resource for:
• facility information 
• building repairs and maintenance

Alan Johnathan, Director of Youth and Family Engagement, ajohnathan@templeisraelnc.org

Your resource for:
• Youth Groups (3rd - 12th graders) 
• College Outreach Program 
• Torah on Tap (our Young Professionals group)

Barbara Paterek,
Interim Accounting Manager, bpaterek@templeisraelnc.org


Your resource for:
• accounting 
• membership billing 
• human resources

Red Cape Marketing, marketing@templeisraelnc.org

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