A life-long member of the Jacksonville Jewish Center, Jack Shorstein  served as the synagogue’s President and played a central role as a lay leader within the larger Jewish community.  Deeply devoted to the well-being of the Jewish people, his commitment to the cause of Jewish community and continuity was integral to his values and priorities.

Established as part of the endowment of the Jack F. Shorstein Senior Rabbinic Chair at the Center, the annual Jack F. Shorstein Memorial Lecture  focuses on bringing distinguished scholars and other noteworthy individuals to address the various challenges and opportunities faced by Jewish leadership in the 21st century.