Rabbi’s Quiet Exit After Tragedy | US News

US News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 24, 2026 · 1m

Rabbi Jeffrey Myers, the resilient spiritual leader of Pittsburgh’s Tree of Life Congregation, is retiring after surviving the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history — a tragedy that claimed eleven lives just months after he became rabbi. Eight years later, as the community heals, rebuilds, and prepares for a new synagogue with a memorial to the victims, Myers, now 70, is stepping aside to focus on his own healing, family, and personal passions — including reading, writing, and spending time with his wife. His departure, while bittersweet, is seen as well-earned, honoring his unwavering…