[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 73 (Thursday, May 15, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E969]
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                    COMMENDING RABBI SHALOM J. LEWIS

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                          HON. JOHNNY ISAKSON

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 15, 2003

  Mr. ISAKSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Rabbi Shalom 
Lewis on his 25th Anniversary at Congregation Etz Chaim in Cobb County.
  Rabbi Lewis was installed as the first full-time Rabbi of 
Congregation Etz Chaim in September of 1978, and during his years of 
service has grown the membership to more than 800 families.
  Rabbi Lewis has served not only his Synagogue and Congregation with 
distinction, but also the entire Cobb County Community. It has been my 
personal privilege to participate with Rabbi Lewis at numerous 
Baccalaureate Services for the graduating seniors of Cobb County High 
Schools. He is a positive influence on the youth of our county.
  The Churches and Synagogues of Cobb County contribute to the fabric 
of our community, and the quality of life of all our citizens. To that 
end, no one offers more personal enthusiasm and spiritual leadership 
than Rabbi Lewis.
  It is my pleasure to recognize Rabbi Shalom Lewis on this the 25th 
year of his service to Congregation Etz Chaim and the Cobb County 
Community.

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