Editor Note:  Lynne shared her conversion story at Shabbat/Shavuot services on May 27, beginning a new tradition where a different congregant will share their conversion story each year on the second day of Shavuot when we read from the Book of Ruth.

Hi, I’m Lynne. I’m a convert.

I met Bruce on a blind date. We instantly bonded over theater technology. I was a professionally trained actress, and, in addition to performing, I had spent time backstage working with, among other things, sound and lighting. He was a follow spot and light board operator on Broadway. Continue reading →