Helene Kates

Helene Kates has been with CCM for eight years. She is a certified Madricha, ordained Maggidah Oman (spiritual guide/educator through sacred story) and Shlichat Tzibbur (prayer leader). As half of the Jewish music duo The Baal Shem Tones, she and her husband Michael tour, play concerts and provide Jewish educational programs for all ages. Helene has tutored hundreds of B'nai Mitzvah students and guided their families during their journey. One of her greatest joys is working with individuals and families to explore and strengthen their intrinsic bond to Torah through the transformational power of story and song.