Our Rabbis

David Masters’ rabbinical studies are grounded in nearly twenty years of experience in language, education, and public service. A Russian and Arabic language specialist in both military and federal contexts, David earned a Ph.D. in Culture, Literacy, and Language from the University of Texas at San Antonio, and has taught linguistics and instructional methodology at National Intelligence University. His dissertation on multilingual adult learners was recognized with the college’s Outstanding Dissertation Award in 2024. His decision to enter the rabbinate is rooted in a desire to serve Jewish military personnel more holistically, strengthening the structures that support their spiritual, communal, and ethical lives. David currently serves as a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army Reserve and is an active member of the Montgomery Philharmonic as a cellist. A certified Master Gardener in Queen Anne’s County, MD, he also finds joy in hiking, running, and weightlifting.