2007-2008 Committee Information

Committee Name

Description

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Chairperson

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Caring Community Provides support for temple families in times of family crisis or illness. Mona Herman

Education

Develops and oversees educational programs, such as our Soul-Food Series. In addition, it provides support to the Religious School. This year, the committee will help create a PTO for Religious School parents.

Marilyn Ettman

Endowment

This committee manages the Eternal Light Campaign, FVJC-Emek Shalom's endowment and legacy campaign.

Jeff Ratner

Fundraising/Program

Oversees the Silent Campaign, Nest Egg Campaign and other fundraising programs.

David Levine

House

Ensures that FVJC-Emek Shalom's home at 55 Bushy Hill Road in Simsbury is in good condition, that repairs and maintenance occur on a timely basis, etc.

Andrew Rose

Membership

Plans and manages all membership recruitment and retainment programs. Ensures new members are oriented and introduced to their fellow members.

Amy Hecht

Outreach Plans and manages programs to reach area residents who are in interfaith relationships. TBD, contact President Daryl Worobow

Past President

Ensures a smooth transition immediately following their service as President.

Jean Weigert

Publicity

Manages communications to members and community, through FVJC.org, The Shofar, and other area media.

Nancy Brownstein

Religious

Coordinates the scheduling of Bar/Bat Mitzvah dates, the logistical aspects of holiday celebrations, and coordinates the Membership Directory.

Adrienne Cohen

Sisterhood

The FVJC-Emek Shalom Sisterhood brings together women from across the congregation to servce the congregation, network, and strengthen our bonds as a community.

Barbara Tarkin

Social Action

Coordinates all FVJC-Emek Shalom's civic programs and projects, including Food Drives, social awareness, and work with other organizations in the area.

Elaine Rothenberg

Web Site

Ensures that FVJC.org and other electronic communications are working, and provide the best service and information to our members and community.

Kevin Miller

Youth Services

Oversees the monthly Kids Shabbat program, and other youth activities.

Michael Wertheimer