Committee Name |
Description(click on any red words to read more about these programs) |
Chairperson(click on any name in red to contact them via email) |
|---|---|---|
| Caring Community | Provides support for temple families in times of family crisis or illness. | Mona Herman |
Adult Education |
Develops and oversees educational programs, such as our Soul-Food Series. | |
| Education | Provides support to the Religious School. | Jen Shufro |
Endowment |
This committee manages the Eternal Light Campaign, FVJC-Emek Shalom's endowment and legacy campaign. | |
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. | |
Membership |
Plans and manages all membership recruitment and retainment programs. Ensures new members are oriented and introduced to their fellow members. | |
| Outreach | Plans and manages programs to reach area residents who are in interfaith relationships. | Ted.Shafer |
Past President |
Chair of the Strategic Planning Committee. | Jean Weigert |
Publicity |
Manages communications to members and community, through FVJC.org, The Shofar, and other area media. | |
Religious |
Coordinates the scheduling of Bar/Bat Mitzvah dates, the logistical aspects of holiday celebrations, and coordinates the Membership Directory. | |
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. | |
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. | |
Youth Services |
Oversees the monthly Kids Shabbat program, and other youth activities. |