Inspirational Stories
Every gift to Tekiah has a story behind it. Below, you’ll find reflections from members of our community who have already stepped forward in support. Additional videos and testimonials will be shared in the coming weeks.
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The Herlings
Lita Cohen
Every gift has a story. Hear directly from Lita Cohen about how Har Zion is her home and the support and warmth she felt during one of her hardest times.
Dr. Gary Falk
Every gift has a story. Hear directly from Har Zion President, Gary Falk, about how Har Zion became a welcoming Jewish home, offering community, ritual, friendship, learning, celebration and support through every stage of life.
Joan Denenberg
Every gift has a story. Hear directly from Har Zion Congregant, Joan Denenberg who talks about how supporting Tekiah helped her honor her families legacy.
“We have been blessed with parents who modeled life-long commitment to synagogue and Jewish life. We want to continue that legacy here at Har Zion by helping build a strong endowment that will perpetuate the programs, staff, and facility that enable us to reach our members and the community in unique and very personal ways.”
“My grandparents and parents taught me that the greatest gift we can give is our investment in our Jewish children. This is my legacy to carry forward. Our children and our teens represent our future and guarantee our Jewish continuity and our commitment to God. May we inspire our teens to embrace Jewish values, hold onto the words of Torah, and have an unwavering and unconditional support of the State of Israel. This is how Jewish leaders are created.”
“The Gesher program does a wonderful job of creating community around mitzvah prep, allowing children to practice together, while also providing individual attention to each child’s unique learning profile. My eldest came out of the program confident and prepared for his bar mitzvah. My youngest is still in the program and it’s been a joy to see him grow his abilities as he leads prayers and strengthens his Hebrew.”
“Har Zion Temple has been like home to the Fishman family for 75 years. It is the place our family has turned to for our mitzvahs and our sorrows. We have a responsibility to make sure it continues to be that place for generations to come. L’Dor Vdor.”