[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 159 (2013), Part 2]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 1901-1902]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




           IN RECOGNITION OF TEMPLE SHALOM'S 50TH ANNIVERSARY

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                        HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 27, 2013

  Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Temple Shalom 
in Aberdeen, NJ as members gather to celebrate its 50th Anniversary. 
Since its founding in 1963, Temple Shalom has grown in both 
construction and in membership, while continuing to provide spiritual 
guidance to the Reform Jewish Community of northern Monmouth and 
southeastern Middlesex counties.
  Built in 1967, the Temple has expanded over the years as the 
congregation continues to grow. Serving nearly 500 families today, 
Temple Shalom provides a welcoming place for the Jewish community to 
learn, pray and connect with others. Committed to Jewish education, 
Temple Shalom has a religious school for kindergarten to grade 12 
students and in 1991 they expanded to include a nursery school. In 
addition to cultivating the minds of its young congregants, Temple 
Shalom maintains a responsibility to on-going learning and lifelong 
study of the Torah for all its members.

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  Temple Shalom also dedicates itself to social action, advocating for 
issues important to its community and providing aid to those in need. 
Likewise, Temple Shalom offers various social and cultural activities 
to its members, encouraging an active congregation.
  Rabbi Laurence Malinger was elected Temple Shalom's senior rabbi in 
1999. Previously, the Temple was led by Rabbi Henry Weiner for 32 
years. Rabbi Malinger continues to provide spiritual leadership and 
guidance to the congregation. The clergy, staff and members of Temple 
Shalom endeavor to carry on its mission and ensure a viable future.
  Mr. Speaker, once again, please join me in celebrating Temple 
Shalom's 50th Anniversary. Its service and dedication is highly 
deserving of this body's recognition.

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