About Ad Olam
A lay-led Jewish Renewal community in Eugene, Oregon — sustained by the gifts and dedication of the people who call it home.
Reb, Rebbe, and Rabbi
Rabbi means teacher.
We are currently lay‑led. In the Hasidic tradition, Rabbi Hanan referred to all of his students as Reb or Rebbe — signifying a learned person — and we sometimes use that same honorific for one another today.
Rabbi Hanan Sills z”l
Our founder has his own page, where many more photos and videos can be seen — and his beautiful voice can be experienced.
Visit His PageWho Helps Make Ad Olam Happen
Wears many hats in organizing Ad Olam and its events. Often gives teachings, and sometimes can be seen disguised in costume — such as the “Fool of Chelm” — when telling a story. Chiropractor by day.
drmichels.com →
Aruna Beth is a specialist in Folk & Jewish Music and holds a MA in Counseling/Transpersonal Psychology
Facebook page →
Has a gift for putting deep teachings into catchy lyrics and melodies. Has produced documentaries, music videos, musical dramas, and travel videos.
robtobias.com →
Joined Rabbi Hanan Sills for High Holiday services in 1992 and has been part of Ad Olam ever since. She is a Singer-songwriter, children’s music performer, music instructor, and currently is a TBI Friday night musician and leads our Ad Olam Yom Kippur Morning Service.
A hard worker who helps with all our events, and teaches art to elementary and middle school students — motivating young minds toward creative problem‑solving, exploration, self‑esteem, and sheer enjoyment.
Her work →A hard worker who helps with all our events.
Supports us with her music, especially during the Kol Nidre / Yom Kippur service.
Faculty page →