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Staff and Board

A letter from our presidente

Board of Directors

January 21, 2026

2025 was an exceptionally active and meaningful year for Ahavath Achim. What stands out is not only the volume of programming, but the consistency and intention behind it.

This level of activity does not happen accidentally. It happens because people step up, take responsibility, and care deeply about the experience of others. Taken together, this reflects that the congregation is alive, intentional and growing, one that is building Jewish life week by week.

Looking ahead to 2026, our focus is on deepening roots and expanding reach. We are planning more community Shabbat dinners, expanded women’s programming, and the launch of children’s programming, which is a critical investment in our future. We will also continue and expand offerings for young professionals, and cultural events for all ages.

What we are building at Ahavath Achim is more than a calendar of events. We are building a living center for Sephardic life—rooted in tradition, sustained by relationships, and open to the future. I am deeply proud of what we have accomplished together and profoundly grateful for your participation, partnership, and trust as we continue this sacred work.

Warm regards,
Mark Berkovitch
President, Ahavath Achim
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President:
Mark Berkovitch

Vice President:  
Renee Ferrera

Secretary:
Lee Cordova

Treasurer: 
Jack Falk

Sgt. At Arms: 
Mark Abolofia  
 
Board Members at large:

Richard Matza 
Ronald Sidis
​Aiden Kugelman-Samba
Jack Falk
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Staff and Committee Chairs

Synagogue Administrator:
Arad Bulka
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Finance and Office Manager: 
Francine Abolofia

 
Culinary Committee Chair:
Renee Ferrera

Facilities Rental Chair: 
Renee Ferrera

 
Membership Chair: 
​Mark Abolofia

Religious Committee Chairs:

Mark Abolofia and Sol Varon​

Programs, Families and Young Professionals:
Aiden Kugelman-Samba

Operations and Programming Support:
Talia Gad
Dorjee Sherpa
Yangzi Sherpa
​Nava Sherwood
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​6686 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 97219
Mailing address: 5150 SW 85th Ave. Portland, OR 97225
Phone: 503.227.0010
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  • About Us
    • New to C.A.A.
    • Our History and Minhag
    • Staff and Board
    • Our Partners
    • Contact Us
    • We're Hiring!
  • Spirituality
    • Prayer Services
    • Classes >
      • Zohar & Zhug (Monthly)
      • Sephardic Foundations (Weekly)
      • Women's Torah Study (Weekly)
    • Passover Guide
  • Community & Culture
    • Upcoming Events
    • Sephardi Sundays
    • Mother's Day Brunch
    • Community Shabbat Dinners
    • Sephardic Film Festival
    • Young Professionals Cooking Classes
    • All-Ages Cooking Classes
    • Kitchen Commitee
    • Young Professionals
    • Blog
  • Resources
    • Prayer Times (Zmanim)
    • Meldado Calculator
    • Ladino
    • Eruv
    • Local Kosher
    • Mikvah
    • Facilities Rental
    • Places to Stay
    • Day School
    • Sephardic Brotherhood
    • SephardicU
    • Jewish Federation of Greater Portland
  • Membership
  • Donate/Sponsor