As her three-year term as the president of our beloved CTI closes, I want to thank Judy Weiner, and express my deepest gratitude and heartfelt appreciation for her outstanding leadership and unwavering dedication throughout the time. Her steadfast commitment to the growth and prosperity of our synagogue have helped propel it into the future, especially during the challenging times of the Covid-19 pandemic. From the moment the pandemic struck, she swiftly pushed to implement necessary measures to ensure the continuity of our spiritual and communal life — adapting our services to virtual platforms, organizing online gatherings and programs, and providing support.

On behalf of the entire congregation, I extend our heartfelt gratitude for her exceptional service and leadership. Judy, as you transition to the next chapter, which will probably involve more free time, please know that your legacy will forever be etched in the fabric of our synagogue’s history. The positive impact of your leadership will be felt for years to come.

Also transitioning are Alan Garmise, who has kept a stable hand on the treasury for a decade, and Madelyn Rothman, who for many years and in varied positions served as a dedicated member of the board. And of course, Sara Bloom, the incoming president, who for many years has obligingly supported our members, visitors, activities and events. To all who serve the shul community, I would like to offer this blessing from our Siddur:

“May God who blessed our ancestors, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel, and Leah, bless this holy congregation, together with all others who unite to establish synagogues for prayer, and those who enter them to pray, and those who give funds for heat and light, and wine for Kiddush and Havdalah, bread for the wayfarer and charity for the poor; and all those devotedly involved themselves with the needs of this community and the Land of Israel.  May the Holy One reward them, remove sickness from them, heal them, and forgive their sins.  May God bless them by making all their worthy endeavors prosper, as well as those of the entire people Israel, and let us say: Amen.”

May we all have a continued blessed journey.

—Rabbi Gadi Capela