Wolpe made his remarks Saturday, while commenting on the week’s Torah portion and the upcoming High Holy Days.

Monica Lewinsky’s father and stepmother are currently members of the prominent Conservative congregation, and Monica attended the temple’s religious school as a youngster.

No member of the Lewinsky family was present at the service, and Wolpe made no direct mention of Monica Lewinsky.

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