Agudath Israel of America is pleased to welcome the Orthodox Union’s appointment of Rabbi Shmuel Silber as its new Executive Vice President.
The OU has played, and continues to play, a major role in the development of Orthodox Jewish life in the United States and abroad. Jews from all backgrounds have a stake in a strong OU, and in a strong OU leadership. The tragic passing of Rabbi Moshe Hauer of blessed memory nearly a year ago was a painful blow felt not only by the organization he led, but by the entirety of Klal Yisroel.
And, by the same token, the appointment of Rabbi Shmuel Silber as the OU’s new Executive Vice President is wonderful news not only for the organization he will lead, but for the entirety of Klal Yisroel.
Rabbi Silber enjoys a sterling reputation as the longstanding Rav of the Suburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim in Baltimore. He is respected as a talmid chacham, an accomplished scholar with strong inter-personal skills and an innovative intellect.
We at Agudath Israel are confident that these attributes will serve Rabbi Silber well in his new position, and we look forward to working with him and the OU on matters of common concern.
Congratulations, as well, to Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph, upon his assumption of an expanded role within the OU as the organization’s Chief Executive Officer.
{Matzav.com}
