[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 134 (Wednesday, October 2, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1415]
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   ON THE OCCASION OF MONA AND CANTOR SAMUEL L. GREENBAUM'S FORTIETH 
  ANNIVERSARY OF SERVICE TO CONGREGRATION BETH SHALOM AND THE JEWISH 
                      COMMUNITY OF GREATER DETROIT

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                          HON. GARY C. PETERS

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, October 2, 2013

  Mr. PETERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Cantor 
Samuel Greenbaum and his wife, Mona, on the occasion of their fortieth 
year of service to the members of Congregation Beth Shalom.
   As a leader at Congregation Beth Shalom and in Greater Detroit's 
Jewish community, Cantor Greenbaum has been present for thousands of 
Jewish Michiganders at every stage in their lives. Throughout his 
decades of service, Cantor Greenbaum has been involved in every facet 
of Beth Shalom's community. From his mastery of the liturgy at 
religious services to his lessons as a teacher of Jewish education for 
members at all periods in their lives, Cantor Greenbaum has approached 
his work with a thoughtful balance of compassion, levity and pastoral 
care that have enabled him to effectively guide members of his 
congregation on their lifelong journey in establishing a deep and 
meaningful connection with their faith. One of his most important 
responsibilities is the commitment he makes to Jewish boys and girls as 
a Bar/Bat Mitzvah tutor--serving as a key advisor to the youth as they 
take on increased responsibilities in the Jewish community.
   Furthermore, it is not surprising that Cantor Greenbaum's profound 
enthusiasm for his faith has led him to work that goes beyond the 
congregation of Beth Shalom and affects the broader Jewish community in 
Southeast Michigan. As one of just a few certified mohels in the 
Greater Detroit region, Cantor Greenbaum has been instrumental to 
thousands of newborn boys as they enter the covenant of Judaism and has 
taken part in the naming ceremony for thousands of newborn girls. He 
has been with families at moments of great joy, officiating countless 
weddings, and been of comfort to families while mourning the loss of 
loved ones. In recognition of his service to the Jewish community, 
Cantor Greenbaum was honored with an honorary Doctorate of Music degree 
from the Jewish Theological Seminary.
   As is often the case for spiritual leaders, Cantor Greenbaum is 
joined in life by his dedicated partner Mona, who mirrors his 
compassion and commitment for the well-being others. Mona has supported 
Beth Shalom through her work as a teacher in Jewish Day School and in 
the public school system.
   Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Mona and Cantor Samuel Greenbaum on this 
tremendous milestone in their service to Congregation Beth Shalom and 
the Jewish community of Greater Detroit. For forty years, the 
Greenbaums have practiced compassion and dedication to their 
congregation and community--a shining example of service above self for 
all of us that seek to make a difference in the lives of others.

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