[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 52 (Tuesday, May 2, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E610]
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                     A TRIBUTE TO RABBI AMIEL WOHL

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                           HON. NITA M. LOWEY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 2, 2000

  Mr. LOWEY. Mr. Speaker, I express my great admiration for Rabbi Amiel 
Wohl, a remarkable spiritual leader and great American who this year 
retires from twenty-seven years of service to Temple Israel of New 
Rochelle.
  A man of high principle, moving eloquence, and tireless energy, Rabbi 
Wohl has touched countless lives in Westchester County through his work 
at Temple Israel and his contributions to a variety of civic 
organizations.
  Under Rabbi Wohl's leadership, Temple Israel has built on its already 
rich history and reinforced its reputation as a vibrant center of 
religious observance and civic activism. Rabbi Wohl's support for new 
programs and his introduction of additional opportunities for worship 
have enabled congregants to enrich their spiritual lives and achieve a 
closer connection to their neighbors.
  Rabbi Wohl has earned a reputation as an outstanding communicator, 
whose radio broadcasts touch thousands beyond the walls of Temple 
Israel and invite Jews and non-Jews alike to reflect on the ethical and 
moral precepts which guide our lives. He has been especially supportive 
of important Jewish institutions and organizations such as the 
Westchester Jewish Conference, B'nai B'rith, the Zionist Organization 
of American, the Anti-Defamation League, the Westchester Board of 
Rabbis, and UJA/Federation.
  Rabbi Wohl's commitment to achieving harmony among religious, racial, 
and ethnic groups has been just as impressive. He helped found the 
Inter-Religious Council of New Rochelle, serves as Co-President of the 
Coalition for Mutual Respect, which encourages dialogue between Jews 
and African-Americans, and enjoys close relationships with community 
leaders representing a variety of traditions.
  Rabbi Amiel Wohl's extraordinary stature and unique personal example 
will remain sources of inspiration to his congregants and fellow New 
Rochelleans for many years to come. I am proud to call Rabbi Wohl a 
friend and pleased to join in wishing him a joyous and rewarding 
retirement.

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