[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 8 (Wednesday, January 12, 2022)]
[Senate]
[Pages S187-S188]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     TRIBUTE TO RABBI MOSHE FELLER

  Ms. KLOBUCHAR. Mr. President, I rise to recognize Rabbi Moshe Feller 
for the beautiful prayer he offered us this week. He could be 
considered a prolific guest chaplain--having led both Houses of 
Congress in prayer a combined 10 times over the last several decades. 
Each time, his wisdom, his faith in God, and his regard for the work of 
this body have all shined through. Today was no exception.
  It was particularly special to know that he was joined by one of his 
sons, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Feller, as well as three of his 
grandchildren, Rabbi Tzemach Feller, Rabbi Yossi Feller, and Moussie 
Feller. I am confident that his other son, Rabbi Levi Feller, and his 
many other grandchildren were excitedly watching from home. And I know 
that if Mindelle, Rabbi Moshe Feller's wife of 56 years who passed away 
in 2017, were still with us today, she too would be so proud.
  I have had the honor of meeting Rabbi Feller many times over the 
years, and I am glad he was able to return to this Chamber today.
  In addition to being the longest serving Rabbi in Minnesota, Rabbi 
Feller leads the Upper Midwest Merkos Chabad Lubavitch in St. Paul and 
is a member of the board of Merkos L'Inyonei Chinuch, the education arm 
of the International Chabad movement. Through his work, he mentors and 
inspires people of all faiths in Minnesota and across the country. A 
passionate and dedicated leader, he has been instrumental in 
cultivating Jewish life in Minnesota, and his numerous contributions 
have enriched our State as a whole.
  Whether by overseeing the founding and establishment of over 30 
Jewish institutions in the Midwest or by serving as a counselor and 
mentor to those seeking to grow closer to their faith, Rabbi Feller 
unwaveringly answers the call.
  With his remarks this morning, Rabbi Feller offered a clarion 
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that the work we do in this body, to pass just laws, is not just 
important--it is sacred. I will be holding his words close to my heart, 
and I am sure my esteemed colleagues will be doing the same.
  Thank you to Rabbi Moshe Feller for joining us this morning. I look 
forward to seeing you back in Minnesota.

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