I knew Rabbi Hauer only through my work with the Living Kiddush Hashem Foundation. My first introduction to him came over ten years ago after I published my first sefer, Mekadshei Shemecha. I was young, uncertain how it would be received, and filled with self-doubt.

Somehow, Rabbi Hauer came across the sefer and took the time to call me personally. He shared how important this work was, and how deeply Klal Yisrael needs this focus. He followed up with a beautiful, heartfelt letter that I treasure to this day.

I believe the letter captures his life’s mission.

Rabbi Hauer was passionate and unwavering in his mission to guide Klal Yisrael toward living as true mekadshei Hashem. His depth, vision, and love for every Jew were extraordinary.

Each time our paths crossed in Baltimore—even just a few weeks ago—he would offer words of encouragement: “Keep up your work. Klal Yisrael needs this focus. We must never forget our mission.”

He lived and breathed the mission of Kiddush Hashem, dedicating his life to uplifting and bringing Klal Yisrael together to fulfill their sacred role as mekadshei Hashem.

יהי זכרו ברוך

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