Leadership
Congregational Leader: Erez Aiger
Born in Tz’fat (Safed), Israel, in 1975, Erez spent his early childhood in Arad, a city near the Dead Sea. In 1982, his family immigrated to Portland, Oregon, where he was raised.
On May 14, 1997, at the age of 21, Erez experienced a profound and life-changing encounter with Yeshua the Messiah. Through this supernatural experience, he was born again by the Ruach HaKodesh (Holy Spirit). It was at this pivotal moment that a calling spoken over his life as a child began to unfold, launching a lifelong journey of spiritual growth, discipleship, and ministry.
Erez is a passionate student and teacher of the Hebrew Scriptures, dedicated to helping believers discover the richness of the Torah, the Prophets, and the Writings through a Messianic Jewish perspective. His desire is to see the Body of Messiah mature in biblical wisdom, deepen its understanding of God's Word, and experience the fullness of ADONAI through the power of the Ruach HaKodesh.
As the leader of Congregation Oseh Shalom, Erez is committed to building bridges between Jewish and Gentile believers, strengthening the biblical foundations of the faith, and proclaiming Yeshua as Israel's Messiah while eagerly anticipating His return. He and Leah led Congregation Sh'ma Yisra'el in the Portland, OR area for 20 years before moving to Florida.
Fun Fact: Erez is the fifth-generation great-grandson of the renowned eighteenth- and nineteenth-century Torah scholar Rav Akiva Eiger, one of the most respected rabbinic authorities in Jewish history.
Contact: erez@osehshalo.us
Leah Aiger
Born in Portland, Oregon, in 1978, Leah has walked closely with the Lord since early childhood. Raised in a believing home, she developed a deep love for the Scriptures, worship, and serving others from a young age.
When her parents founded Kehilat Ari Yehudah in 1993, Leah became actively involved in Davidic worship dance and Israeli folk dance, beginning a lifelong passion for using dance as an expression of worship. Over the years, she has become an accomplished instructor in both disciplines and has served as a Dance Director for the MJAA Regional Conference,
Leah's heart for ministry extends especially to children. For more than three decades, she has faithfully led children's Torah ministries, helping young people build a strong biblical foundation and a love for the God of Israel. Professionally, she has devoted over 30 years to early childhood education and special needs education, combining compassion, experience, and excellence in serving children and their families.
For 17+ years, Leah has successfully owned and operated her own preschool, where she impacted the lives of countless children during their formative years. In addition to her educational ministry, she is also well known for creating exceptional baked goods. Her homemade challah has become something of a local favorite and is known for both its quality and flavor.
Leah's life reflects a deep commitment to serving ADONAI through worship, education, hospitality, and discipleship. Whether teaching children, leading worship through dance, or welcoming others around the Shabbat table, her desire is to glorify God and strengthen His people with grace, excellence, and joy.
Contact: info@osehshalom.us
