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Commit to being active in your organization
Charles Flum, President
Why did you join a synagogue, whether yesterday or over 10 years ago? Was it because you wanted a Jewish place? Services? You liked the Rabbi, or were enthralled with the wonderful music? Whatever the reason, you made a commitment to yourself that you would, at a minimum, invest money in the congregation.
Since I was young, I have gone by the philosophy that if I join an organization, I plan to be active in that organization. When I lived in New Jersey, I belonged to two synagogues at different times. In each case, I was on the board, because I wanted to be active. I joined the United States Sail and Power Squadron (a boating safety, education and social group) when I bought a boat. I became involved and eventually became commander. Look where I am here at NJC.
My point is, if you join an organization, be active. Find out what committees there are and join and help out. If you are interested in ritual or social, there are committees. Synagogues need men to be active in the men’s club. We need women to be more active in the sisterhood. Get involved.
Make this new year a year of commitment, particularly to yourself. Commit to being active. You’ll enjoy it.
Friday night services
Here at NJC, we are back to weekly Friday night services. Come pray with us. You will be impressed with Rabbi Herman and his vast knowledge, Jane Galler, Alla Gorelick and our choir and the beautiful music they make. Come meet our friendly congregation.
Julie Silver concert
Social activities are starting up after the summer hiatus. Much is still in the planning stages. One event, in conjunction with Federation and open to all, will occur Feb. 2 and 3. Julie Silver will give a concert on the 2nd and join our services on the 3rd. Check her out on YouTube. More details will be published in Federation Star as we get closer to the date.
I urge you to come to 7 p.m. Friday night services at the Unitarian Universalist church off Pine Ridge Road. Come experience the small congregation with a big heart.
