Welcome,
Rabbi K’vod Wieder
A joyful future for every generation of Beth Shalom.
Rabbi Wieder brings a warm, joyful, and deeply relational approach to Jewish life grounded in learning, spirituality, music, and meaningful community connection.
Scroll down to learn more about Rabbi Wieder, his family, and the community that awaits him at Beth Shalom.
Rabbi K’vod Wieder has served Temple Beth El of South Orange County since 2011, where he has led worship, taught classes, developed community programs, and worked closely with congregants across generations.
Ordained at the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies, Rabbi Wieder has focused throughout his rabbinate on multigenerational engagement, Jewish learning, community-building, and creating welcoming spaces where people feel seen, valued, and connected to Jewish life.
Rabbi Wieder and his wife, Ilana, are the parents of Levi, Aiden, and Aviv, and look forward to joining and becoming part of the Beth Shalom community.
Building connection across generations
From young families to longtime members, Rabbi Wieder builds genuine relationships throughout the community. His presence reflects warmth, approachability, and care for congregants at every age and stage.
Worship, Torah, and meaningful Jewish life
With warmth and authenticity, Rabbi Wieder leads meaningful Jewish worship, Torah learning, and lifecycle moments while helping people connect tradition with contemporary life.
Service, collaboration, and care
Rabbi Wieder’s leadership extends beyond the sanctuary through social action, interfaith connection, and a commitment to caring for the broader community.
Moments of connection
A glimpse of Rabbi Wieder’s joyful, traditional, relational, and community-centered rabbinate.
A rabbi who leaves a lasting impact
Quotes shared by former congregants describe Rabbi Wieder as warm, inspiring, deeply genuine, and committed to helping people feel connected to Jewish life and community.
Known for building welcoming, multigenerational Jewish communities.
“He brings in new families. He relates to kids. He has a gentle soul and would do anything for anybody.”
Former Congregant“Rabbi Wieder opened up the world of Judaism to me and brought me back to my religion. I loved hearing him daven.”
Former Congregant“He brought in guest lecturers from all over the world. His teachings are inspiring.”
Former Congregant“His integrity and character are what make him so special. He is a real mensch who inspires people.”
Former CongregantBecoming Holy
Rabbi Wieder shares reflections on spirituality, growth, compassion, and meaningful Jewish living.
Together, we look forward to welcoming Rabbi Wieder
Together, Beth Shalom looks forward to welcoming Rabbi Wieder and his family into a community already rooted in warmth, learning, connection, spirituality, and joyful Jewish life.