
Just a note to thank you for allowing your weekly and holiday services to be on the Internet. We live far from the nearest synagogue, and because of your broadcast my daughter (12) and I have been able to listen to services each week. Especially, since I have be incapacitated the last four weeks, I was able to hear the Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kipper services. It also is good in the winter when the weather is bad. I cannot express how grateful we are for your thoughtfulness. Richard B. (Toledo, Ohio)September 26, 2010
Thank you so much for bringing a beautiful Yom Kippur service to my corner of Connecticut. I am not affiliated with a synagogue at present but did grow up with Chaim Stern at Temple Beth El in Chappaqua, NY. As I listen right now, the memory of those years growing up are strong indeed (even though we stopped using the Union Prayer Book when Chaim penned his.) Your music is stunning -- my mom used to be the choir chair -- and I have felt so connected to the Jewish community today. Thank you for broadcasting. S. BroudySeptember 18, 2010
Thank you so much for providing all of us with the opportunity to view your photos and to learn about your extraordinary experiences during your Family Mission to Israel. The journal was so well done that my husband and I feel as if we have walked the part along with you! The photographs were superb; so many drew gasps from us, but the one most precious is the photos of all in front of the Wall. Thank you, again, for sharing your adventure with us! Warmest regards, Jan and Richard Schwartz (Editor's Note: The online Israel journal can be found under "Community":"Family Trip to Israel.")January 8, 2010
Just wanted to send my thank you for this online connection with the Temple. Since I live up in Brant Lake, N.Y., it helps us to feel more connected. I also am enjoying the educational benefits of this online information. Thank you, again. M. HimoffJanuary 8, 2010
When I can't make it home in time for Sabbath services at 6 PM, I try to get in the Sabbath mood by listening to the broadcast of [your] Friday evening service on WQXR that I access between 5:30 PM and 6 PM via AOL Radio. I love the beautiful music of your service, but tonight's arrangement of STEINBERG's "Shalom Rav" was magnificent. It brought tears to my eyes -- it was so deeply moving and beautifully performed. This genre of liturgical music is endangered, and future generations need to know how this music is supposed to sound. Again, thank you for making my Sabbath meaningful and for sharing your wonderful voice with Jews all over the world. Mark NeumanNovember 20, 2009
In 1952, a young man attending the University of Florida was drafted. After basic training, he was sent to Ft. Monmouth, NJ, and soon heard of a great USO in NY where you could have a wonderful time and meet lovely young ladies. As soon as he could, he found the USO and learned that the rumors about it were absolutely true. On his second visit, he met a pretty young lady, and after a number of dates, they became engaged. In 1953 they were married. From that union came a daughter and a son who have one and three children respectively. Doris and I have now been married for 55 years. That marriage and our children and grandchildren are directly due to the generosity and hospitality of the Temple congregation. The USO they sponsored during the Korean conflict was a major factor in the lives of those below. The eight of us wanted to say "thank you" to those to whom we owe so much. Most sincerely, James Murray Doris Murray Donna Murray Grainger James E. Murray Grame Grainger James E. Murray Jr. Lauren Murray Bryce MurrayMay 30, 2009
I listen to the broadcasts on WQXR and every time, I am delighted by the incredibly beautiful music. I am not Jewish and don't exactly know what I'm listening to, but I can hear the love, and I truly enjoy the talent and beauty. Just wanted to let you know that I appreciate your wonderful work. Most sincerely, D. CavassaMay 8, 2009
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