Torah Thoughts

New Leadership

Last night, the Board of Trustees recognized two longtime trustees who concluded her term. Iris Lurie and her husband Barry joined MJC in 1974. In 1981, then President Marty Wallach put her in charge of the bingo fundraiser; Iris has served in various leadership capacities ever since.  

Len Whitman joined the board as Men’s Club President fifteen years ago. He went on to serve as Treasurer, Executive VP, and President at the start of the pandemic.  

Both Iris and Len are emblematic of the MJC spirit – dedicated leaders who give all of themselves. They are part of multigenerational families of our congregation and their parents and children also serve this community. We thank them for all they do to make MJC great!  

We also welcomed three new trustees: Jonathan Rivlin, Dr. Sharon Weinberger, and Jillian Wasserman. Each have children or grandchildren in our Hebrew School and are already active on committees.  

The prophet Jeremiah wrote this advice for leaders:  

Let not the wise glory in their wisdom. Let not the strong glory in their strength. Let not the rich glory in their riches.  

But only in this should one glory: In being earnestly devoted to Me. For I GOD act with kindness, justice, and equity in the world. For in these I delight — declares GOD. (9:22-23)  

May the efforts of our leaders be a source of blessing for all – amen! 

Shalom,

Rabbi Pont