[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 2]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 1582]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




  HONORING CONGREGATION SINAI AS THEY CELEBRATE THEIR 75TH ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 10, 2004

  Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Speaker it is with great pleasure that I rise today 
to extend my sincere congratulations to Congregation Sinai of West 
Haven, Connecticut as they celebrate their seventy-fifth anniversary. 
Today's celebration marks a tremendous milestone in the Congregation's 
history and I am proud to join them in commemorating this special 
occasion.
  Houses of worship play a vital role in our communities--providing a 
haven for those in search of comfort as well as a place to build and 
strengthen the bonds of fellowship. In addition to catering to the 
cultural and spiritual needs of West Haven's Jewish community, the 
contributions made by both the organization and its members are 
innumerable. Throughout its seventy-five year history, Congregation 
Sinai has been an active member of the West Haven community--touching 
the lives of many.
  Founded in 1929 by ten families as the West Haven Jewish Community 
Center, Congregation Sinai has grown to become a leading synagogue in 
the Greater New Haven area--providing spiritual leadership and working 
diligently for the betterment of their community. From annual blood 
drives and spiritual programs to sponsoring local political debates and 
charity fundraising events, the members of Congregation Sinai have 
truly helped to shape their community.
  Working with the West Haven Clergy Association, the Congregation's 
leaders have worked diligently to promote brotherhood and understanding 
between groups of varying religious backgrounds. Members donate their 
time and energies to a variety of causes and the Congregation has 
opened its doors to youth and other community groups--offering them a 
place to meet so that they too can make a difference in the community.
  Through their endless compassion and generosity, Congregation Sinai 
and its membership have left an indelible mark on the City of West 
Haven. I am proud to rise today to extend my sincere congratulations 
and very best wishes to Congregation Sinai as they celebrate their 
seventy-fifth anniversary. Mazel Tov!

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