RABBI JOSHUA J. HAMMERMAN TEMPLE BETH EL 350 ROXBURY ROAD STAMFORD, CONNECTICUT 06902
STUDY 203-322-6901 X307 E-MAIL: rabbi@tbe.org
June 13, 2019
I am delighted to join in welcoming everyone to our Cantor’s Concert. This year’s concert is very special, offering us the chance to say a special thank you to some very special people. Cantor Magda Fishman has stirred our souls since her arrival five years ago. As she departs for Florida, we thank her for lifting us to higher heights. Rav Kook spoke about the land of Israel as a place where “the old becomes new and the new becomes holy.” Cantor Fishman’s eclectic musical choices and pulsating rhythms made ancient prayers come alive, as if new, and modern songs gained a new sense of sanctity. As she moves on, her musical legacy will remain. We wish her, along with Zarin and Yair, much success and happiness in their new home. Sylvan and Honni Pomerantz were partially responsible for bringing Cantor Fishman here. But they have also brought our community a different sort of harmony. Following the footsteps of their forebearers, they have cultivated an all-embracing, inclusive brand of leadership I knew we had a gem when we picked a president whose brother is a rabbi – and one for whom family is paramount. Sylvan and Honni seemed to be related to everyone in town, including a number who are not actually relatives. That’s the thing about Sylvan and Honni. Everyone is family to them. One of Sylvan’s great assets is his ability to empathize - with clergy, to be sure - but with everyone. We’ve had so many great presidents here recently that our TBE Mount Rushmore has expanded into Wyoming, but Sylvan certainly deserves to be there. Barbra Streisand said “I’m not weird, just different from people who aren’t different.” Sylvan and Honni both have learned to appreciate those who are different and to cultivate each person’s uniqueness. That is part of the TBE ethic. That is who we are. When Sylvan went to Pittsburgh last fall to bring our message of compassion back to his home town, we could have had no better representative. Through Cantor Fishman and the Pomerantz family, TBE’s vision has been on display for all to see and hear. Tonight we celebrate those individuals, and in doing so, we celebrate that TBE vision, one that is based on harmony and hope – a vision that will, God willing, continue to guide and sustain us for years to come. Mazal tov, thank you and best of luck –
Rabbi Joshua Hammerman
CANTOR MAGDA FISHMAN TEMPLE BETH EL 350 ROXBURY ROAD STAMFORD, CT 06902
Study 203 322-6901 ext. 315 E-mail: cantorfishman@tbe.org
June 13, 2019
Dear Honni and Sylvan, Congratulations on a well-deserved honor. I feel so lucky to know you. You are both assets to the Stamford community and to the world. Wishing you many years of happiness, health and joy...Many years of sharing your talents and hearts with the world and accepting the love the world has to give you. May you go from strength to strength. Many blessings,
Cantor Magda Fishman
Mazel tov to Honni and Sylvan Pomerantz
Milton and Norma Mann, z’l Dad and Mom, Poppop and Nana Your memories live on forever through your family and through this beautiful music.
Mann Family
Mazel Tov Honni and Sylvan Pomerantz
and thank you for your dedication to Temple Beth El.
Cantor Magda Fishman Thank you for bringing us together in prayer and as a community.
Men’s Club of Temple Beth El
Every house needs a solid foundation. Honni and Sylvan, our house of worship is grateful to have you as a key part of its foundation. And we’re grateful to have you as friends.
Yasher Koach
Miriam and Steve Sosnick
Sylvan and Honni, Thank you for all your efforts on behalf of the TBE community!
Cantor Fishman, Thank you for five years of beautiful music!
Dana and Carl Weinberg
With thanks for your service to Temple Beth El and the Beth El Cemetery Association.
Beth El Cemetery Association
We honor Honni and Sylvan Pomerantz
They are special to us, to the synagogue, and to the entire community. WE ARE LUCKY TO HAVE THEM AS FRIENDS!
Rhoda and Avi Freedberg
Anonymous
Honni and Sylvan A well deserved honor! Your enthusiasm, dedication and service for so many years is an inspiration to all of us at TBE. Congratulations!!! Cantor Fishman Thank you for leading us in prayer with your beautiful voice and for your spiritual leadership!
Betsy and Pete Kempner
We are so proud of your leadership contributions to Temple Beth El. You have had such an important impact on the Stamford Jewish Community. We are thrilled to celebrate with you tonight!
All our love,
Debbie, Judi, Lenny, Steve and Jill
Honni and Sylvan Thank you both for your tireless contributions to Temple Beth El. Your leadership sets an example for us all to follow. We appreciate all you have done, and look forward to sharing many more special occasions with you.
Cantor Fishman Thank you for all you have contributed to the success of Temple Beth El. The music you have provided and dedication to the Temple have been an inspiration to us all.
Lois Stark and Gary Lessen
Best wishes to Honni and Sylvan on this most deserving honor, and to our amazing Cantor and friend, Magda Fishman.
Harley and Steve Osman
Thank you for the love and support you have given to Temple Beth El and to me. You have made both of my homes so welcoming and beautiful. Thanks for your friendship as well.
With love,
Eileen H. Rosner
To Honni and Sylvan Thank you for your dedication and leadership. To Cantor Fishman Good luck in your new position.
Sisterhood of Temple Beth El
Honni and Sylvan Both of you set a wonderful example for your children and grandchildren! Your continued commitment to TBE and the Stamford Jewish community is exceptional. Honni and Sylvan, you are very deserving of this wonderful honor! Mazel tov!
Judy Dalgin Suchin and Norm Suchin
Honni and Sylvan Mazel Tov and Thank You for your leadership and all you do for TBE.
Cantor Fishman Thank you for all the beautiful services and best wishes for the future.
Stephne and Kerrin Behrend
In honor of Honni and Sylvan Pomerantz, and many thanks to Magda for her years of cantorial splendor at TBE. Best wishes to Magda, Zarin and Yair in their new home.
Barbara and Ed Berman
WE JOIN CANTOR FISHMAN and her musical guests in honoring SYLVAN AND HONNI POMERANTZ for helping to build our community
Marsha Colten and Robert Cohen
SYLVAN and HONNI we are very proud that you continue family traditions of SERVICE to your synagogue and to the Jewish community.
All our love…
MOM Debbie, Ken, Sandy, Fred Brent, Rachel, Josh, Marta Rebecca, Larry, Jeremy, Jacob, Hannah
Honni and Sylvan Thank you for all you do for our TBE community. You make a big difference!
Sue Frieden
Congratulations to Honni and Sylvan Pomerantz
Thomas M. Gallagher Funeral Home Tom Gallagher –Director & Owner 203-359-9999
Mazel Tov Aunt Honni and Uncle Sylvan! We couldn’t be prouder of all that you’ve done and the mark that you’ve made. We love you! Love,
The Haber, Goldberg and Klein Kids
Mazal Tov Honni and Sylvan Thank you for all you do for TBE.
Elissa and James Hyman
Honni and Sylvan Thank you for your dedicated service to Temple Beth El. Cantor Magda Fishman and Cantor Shira Lissek
Thank you for a beautiful evening of song.
Temple Beth El Board of Trustees
Congratulations to Honni and Sylvan and Thank you for all that you do for TBE.
Thank you for making Temple Beth El a better place for all of us.
Amy and Mel Bloomenthal Helen and Martin Donner
Mazel tov to Sylvan and Honni for this well-deserved honor. We are so proud of you and happy to be your partners.
Karen Feinberg Seth Feinberg Construction Solutions Group
Thank you, Sylvan and Honni for all your years of service
Fran and Gerry Ginsburg Madeleine and Robert Goldman
Mazel tov to Honni and Sylvan - a well deserved honor! Thank you Cantor Magda Fishman for all you have done for TBE and the community over the past five years. We wish you, Zarin and Yair the best of luck on your new life in FL.
We will miss you! With love,
Denise and David Greenman and Family
Mazal Tov to Honni and Sylvan for their dedication and tireless effort on behalf of the Temple Beth El community. There is no better way to honor you and your family than by a concert with the music and lyrics of Barbra Streisand.
Carol and Ira Lederman
An architect and a builder know the importance of a strong foundation. Thank you for being that for Temple Beth El.
Congratulations to the Pomerantzes! Wishing Cantor Fishman and her family continued success in FL. The Shapiros will miss you.
With love and gratitude,
Lisa, Jeff and Emmet Manheim
Our best wishes to Honni and Sylvan You are a very special couple. XOXO
Marsha Kaiser Shendell and Family
Lael, Dani Maya and Jonah Shapiro
To Magda You have touched our hearts and our souls completely with your call to prayer, rich voice and love of Judaism. Thank you for awakening us with your spirituality. We will miss you. To Honni and Sylvan For all of your time, work, love and friendship, you are both so deserving of this honor Congratulations!
THANK YOU Honni and Sylvan for all you have done for TBE and the community. TODAH RABAH Cantor Magda for your inspirational, spirited music with your outstanding talent. Wishing you and your family continued success in your future endeavors. Love and Fondness
Lori and Bruce Tobin
Gail G. and Stephen Trell
Thank you to Sylvan and Honni for your leadership and commitment to our congregation.
To Honni and Sylvan
Thank you to Cantor Fishman for raising our spirit in song.
I admire and respect both of you for your untiring devotion and hard work.
Mazel Tov to all!
Best wishes,
With love and friendship,
Mia and Lonny Weinstein
Joan Weisman
Our world is a better, more beautiful place because of our dearest friends, Honni and Sylvan.
Thank you dear Honni and Sylvan for your many years of friendship, love and support.
Mazal Tov With love from
Chryl and Chuck Axelrod
Barb and Pete
Honni and Sylvan A well deserved honor to dear friends for your dedication to Temple Beth El. So happy we can share in this simcha!
Joan and Howie Breslow
Thanks Honni and Sylvan And in honor of Cantor Fishman who has given us so much.
Rita and Mike Butterman
We so appreciate you, Honni and Sylvan Pomerantz, for all your effort and dedication to the TBE community over all these years. Thank you so much Cantor Fishman for all you have done for our family, your warmth and wonderful spirit will carry on with us‌ Wishing you all sweetness, inspiration and success ahead.
Tina, Evan and Sophia Cwass
Dear Honni and Sylvan Thank you so much for all you have given to Temple Beth El for so many years. This is a true gift!
Honni and Sylvan Mazal tov on this well deserved honor.
Dear Cantor Fishman We will always feel your warm embrace!
Stacey and Eliot Essenfeld
Bobbe and Ben Evans
“As we express our sincere gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” - John F. Kennedy Magda, your voice is beautiful Appreciation for lighting the spiritual frame within us Gratitude for your many kindnesses to our family Discover you have the courage to follow your heart All the wonderful years we have shared Congratulations to Honni and Sylvan on this well deserved honor! Our very best wishes for a lifetime of love, health and happiness. With love,
Heidi and Harrison Ganz
Congratulations, Honni and Sylvan! Thank you for giving so much of yourselves to TBE! And thank you, Cantor Magda! We’ll miss you, your family, and your beautiful voice. With our best wishes,
Meira Rosenberg and David Friedman
Honni and Sylvan Thank you for your friendship, Your menschlichkeit, and your Contributions to our TBE community. We are stronger because of you.
Thank you to Honni and Sylvan Pomerantz for all they do for Temple Beth El.
Barbara and Stan Friedman
Suzanne and Robert Fruitlhandler
Best wishes Cantor Fishman, Zarin and Yair! Kol HaKavod Honni and Sylvan!
To Honni and Sylvan Congratulations on this well deserved honor.
Sue and Art Greenwald
It is a privilege to get to know and to honor two pillars of TBE, Honni and Sylvan Pomerantz Best wishes to Cantor Magda as she starts a new chapter, while leaving a legacy of love and the power of י ְִדידוּת at TBE.
Leslie and Joseph Heyison
Phyllis and George Heller
Honni and Sylvan
Congratulations Honni and Sylvan! Best of luck, Cantor Fishman
Thank you for all you have done for TBE.
Sari and Alan Jaffe
Honni and Sylvan Congratulations on this well deserved honor. Thank you for all you do for TBE
Carol and Allen Krim
Mazel Tov to Honni and Sylvan and thank you for all that you do for our community. Huge thank you to Cantor Fishman for your immense contribution to TBE and for a wonderful concert.
Ellen, Arthur Samantha and Camryn Laichtman
Judy and Ed Jacobson
Roni and Allan Lang Congratulate and thank Honni and Sylvan for their service to our Temple.
Dear Mom and Dad, “When you teach your children, you teach your children’s children.” - Talmud
Thank you for all you have taught us. We are so proud of you today and every day. Love,
Ben and Erica, Emily and Sean, Sam and Mary, Alex and your grandchildren.
Mazel Tov!
Dear Honni and Sylvan,
Thanks, Honni and Sylvan, for your leadership and all you do for TBE!
Thank you for your commitment And service to TBE.
With appreciation,
Mazel Tov on Your Well Deserve Honor!
Cathy and David Satz Cheryl and David Wolff
Suzanne and Norman Stone
Honni and Sylvan
We appreciate all that you do for Temple Beth El.
All our best wishes.
Cantor Fishman, Zarin and Yair
!להתראות
Harriet and Seymour Weinstein
Temple Beth El Staff
RONNI and GEORGE FREED PHYLLIS GOFSTEIN ELLIN and ELLIOT ISBAN EVELYN and BRUCE KAHN
LAURA MARKOWITZ BARBARA and STEVEN ROTHSTEIN SUSAN and CARL SHAPIRO BRACHA and JERRY SILBER DANA HOROWITZ and PETER WOLLY