Rabbi Andrew Bloom, a native of New Jersey, brings a diverse background to his rabbinic work. He served in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and holds a Bachelor of Education from Seminar Hakibutzim. Afterward, he received ordination and a master's degree from the Schechter Institute of Rabbinic Studies. Now residing in Fort Worth, Texas, Rabbi Bloom has been deeply involved in community initiatives, including co-chairing the Fort Worth Task Force on Race and Culture and serving on various civic boards, such as the Mayor's Faith-Based Cabinet. As a co-founder of Cowtown Clergy, an author, and a certified ethicist with credentials from the University of Texas at Austin's McCombs School and the Wharton School, he is committed to bridging faith, ethics, and community engagement. Rabbi Bloom is married to Michal, and together they have three children: Daniel, Maya, and Lia. He considers his family his greatest achievement.