The Four Chaplains/Rabbi Alexander D. Goode and the Impact to York County
Course | Registration opens 8/3/2026 8:00 AM EDT
Rabbi Alexander D. Goode's mission was to bring people of all faiths together and his pioneering efforts led to the formation of the nation's first non-denominational and interracial Boy Scout troop, laying the groundwork for our community enduring spirit of welcome and belonging captured in the words on the Jewish Community Center – today: Everyone is Welcome! Join us to hear about Rabbi Goode’s story and the broader legacy of the Four Chaplains that remains as meaningful today as it was nearly ninety years ago. Discover how their selfless service and message of unity continues to inspire and unite our community.
Lou Lavetan
Lou Lavetan is embarking on providing education about Rabbi Goode and Jewish History of York to Church groups, civic organizations, and classrooms throughout the county, ensuring Rabbi Goode’s message of Unity over Uniformity continues to future generations.