Rabbi Dean Shapiro leaving Temple Emanuel of Tempe Rabbi Dean Shapiro is preparing to leave Temple Emanuel of Tempe after 10 years. âMy years at Temple Emanuel have been very special. I deeply appreciate the trust the community has placed in me â to lead them, to teach them, to celebrate with them and to walk with them in dark days,â Shapiro said. âItâs been an honor to serve as the rabbi of this synagogue.â The congregation is planning several events to celebrate his contributions to the community, including a drive-through breakfast, a special Shabbat service and a Havdalah service at South Mountain. A committee of volunteers is putting together a collection of photos, memories and messages for him. To contribute, visit tinyurl.com/3vvke42e before Monday, May 10.