Dr. Moshe Rosenwein has been a member of Congregation Israel of Springfield since 1997, when he and his wife, Debbie, made Springfield their home. For nearly three decades, the shul has been a spiritual anchor for Moshe, providing a place for prayer, reflection and connection to a vibrant Orthodox community.

Moshe’s understanding of Jewish life was profoundly shaped by his parents, Zvi Rosenwein A”H, a Holocaust survivor, and Blanche Rosenwein A”H, as well as his sister, Rifka A”H and Debbie’s parents, Dr. Herman Kaplan A”H and Irma Kaplan A”H,. From them, he learned the importance of Jewish continuity, moral responsibility, and ensuring that Jewish life thrives.  Moshe and Debbie are the proud parents of three children, David, Hannah and Benjamin, their spouses Danielle, Greg and Judy, and five grandchildren: Ava, Jordan, Zachary, Eli and Talia. Family has always been central to Moshe’s life, and he takes pride in seeing the next generation grow within a strong Jewish framework grounded in tradition, learning and community. 

Professionally, Moshe has had a distinguished career in Business Analytics, holding roles at AT&T Bell Laboratories, Merck Medco, Novartis, Eisai and Bayer. He also served for more than two decades as an adjunct professor at Columbia University, teaching and mentoring students, sharing both practical experience and a passion for analytical thinking. Throughout his career, Moshe has been known for his thoughtful approach to complex problems, his intellectual rigor and his ability to translate data into meaningful insights that informed organizational direction. His work reflects a deep respect for evidence and careful analysis, values that also resonate strongly with his Jewish worldview.

At Congregation Israel, Moshe has been a steadfast presence, valuing the opportunity to attend services, read from the Torah and serve as a frequent shaliach tzibur. He believes that a synagogue thrives not only through formal leadership but through the collective presence of its members, whose participation creates warmth, stability and continuity. Congregation Israel has provided Moshe and his family with a true sense of home, along with friendships, learning and spiritual grounding.

Beyond shul life, Moshe’s interests reflect lifelong curiosity and thoughtful engagement with the world, guided by the ethical and moral principles rooted in Jewish tradition. Moshe is deeply honored by this recognition from Congregation Israel of Springfield and he, along with his wife Debbie, extend their gratitude to Rabbi Chaim Marcus and the entire community for fostering a synagogue environment of connection, continuity and meaning.