[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 23 (Monday, March 9, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E323]
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                COMMEMORATION OF STEPHEN S. WISE TEMPLE

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                           HON. BRAD SHERMAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 9, 1998

  Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the 34th 
Anniversary of the Stephen S. Wise Temple, which will be celebrated on 
March 8, 1998. I would also like to take this opportunity to 
acknowledge Rabbi Isaiah Zeldin, Rabbi Eli Herscher, Rabbi Leah Kroll, 
Rabbi Alan Rabishaw, Rabbi Toba August, Cantor Nathan Lam, Cantor Linda 
Kates, President Steven J. Fogel, and the other members of their 
dynamic staff.
  The Talmud states that ``He who does charity and justice is as if he 
had filled the whole world with kindness.'' In the spirit of such 
words, innovative volunteers actively participate in delivering 
tremendous support to the ``Biggest Little Temple in the World,'' 
selflessly dedicating their time and energy to enriching our community. 
In fact, as the synagogue celebrates its 34th Anniversary, we also 
celebrate the holiday of Purim. This holiday celebrates two important 
traditions of mishlo'ah manot, or sending portions of foods to friends, 
and matanot l'evyonim, or giving charity to the needy. For 30 years, 
the Stephen S. Wise Temple has sponsored a carnival to mark this joyous 
occasion, fulfilling the Talmudic call to service.
  At this time, the synagogue, its membership and the community are 
preparing to witness the realization of their dream with the 
anticipated completion of the Arts and Sports Pavilion, the Science and 
Study Building and the Administration Building of the Milken Community 
High School of Stephen S. Wise Temple. After Passover, Milken Community 
High School and faculty will take occupancy of their new and permanent 
home on Mulholland Drive.
  Mr. Speaker, distinguished colleagues, please join me in honoring the 
Stephen S. Wise Temple for its outstanding accomplishments on this 
joyous occasion, with best wishes that the school and temple are one in 
the core purposes of serving and perpetuating the Jewish community, its 
values and traditions.