Cantor Patricia Ernest Hickman came to Temple Israel in July of 2003 as the congregations’ Spiritual Leader.  She brought with her insight, talent and skill developed as a result of her wide range of educational and professional experiences.  She attended Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion where she received her Master in Sacred Music in 1989 and was invested as Cantor.  Over the past 19 years she had served Temple Emanuel in Livingston, New Jersey, Congregation Ahavath Chesed in Jacksonville, Florida and Temple Beth Ami in Rockville, Maryland bringing her warmth and spiritual presence into the lives of her congregants of all ages.  Her many innovative programs, adult education classes, spirituality retreats, musical happenings, pastoral care and nurturing of Temple youth show her love and dedication to her calling.  Cantor Hickman is married to Ray Hickman, former manager of WJCT, Jacksonville’s public radio station and currently proprietor of Hickman’s Pastyme and Nostalgia in Historic Downtown Melbourne.  They make their home in Satellite Beach with their 17 year old daughter Jenny and their 5 cats!              

Cantor Hickman can be reached at phickman@tiofbrevard.com or by telephone at (321) 631-9494.