Congregation Ohav Sholom

The Rabbi Jeremiah Wohlberg Institute for Adult Jewish Studies invites you to attend a Pre-Selichos Evening Lecture-Discussion Program featuring Rabbi Marvin Tokayer on Saturday, September 12, 2009 at 9:15 PM.

Rabbi Tokayer was the spiritual leader to the Japanese Jewish community for thirteen years, in the 70's and 80's, while living in Tokyo. Known as "The Rabbi To The Far East," Fugu Plan - "The Untold Story of the Japanese and Jews during World War II," and "Pepper, Silk and Ivory - The Exotic Jews of the Far East;" and "The Unknown Jews of India." He taught at Waseda University in Tokyo. He has led many groups through the Far East and is the world authority on the Jewish presence in that part of the world.

Dedication of Bimah Chair in Memory of Our President Emeritus, Herbert Kronish z"l

As part of our pre-slichot program on September 12th at 9:15, we will be holding a brief dedication ceremony in memory of Herbert Kronish z"l, founding member and president emeritus of Congregation Ohav Sholom. Herb's dedication and commitment to this synagogue was immeasurable. It is our great honor in the presence of Herb's family and friends to dedicate the chair beside our rabbi's in his memory. During the dedication, further announcement of a sustaining memorial for Herb Kronish will be made. Please make every effort to join us in remembrance of Herb and in gratitude to the Kronish family for their continuing generosity and support.

There will be a collation following the program and Selichos Penitential Services at midnight.