Tribute Journal | Adat Yeshurun Gala 2024

Tonight, with an overwhelming sense of gratitude, we say,

"Thank you, Hashem!"

We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to support the pioneers of Shlomit. Our gratitude extends boundlessly to Brian and Suzanne Marcus. And of course, heartfelt thanks to our gala chairs, Jane and Colin Scher, for galvanizing all the volunteers and everyone who has contributed to making this gala memorable and meaningful.

Tonight, we honor Brian and Suzanne for their unwavering dedication and support, which have fostered unity and growth within our community. Their leadership has brought new programming, full services and classes, and many new members to Adat Yeshurun.

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As we celebrate 37 years, we reaffirm our bond with Israel, particularly through our partnership with the resilient community of Shlomit. Situated on the Gaza-Egypt border, Shlomit faced severe hardships on October 7th and beyond. Despite these challenges, their spirit remains unbroken, and we stand with them in solidarity and support.

As we move forward, we deepen our connection with the families of Shlomit, a community exemplifying resilience and hope. Their journey, from Gush Katif to Shlomit, inspires us. We are committed to fostering personal connections and showing our solidarity.

Our mission is to show our love through connection, funding, and rebuilding.

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The heroic actions of Shlomit's security team on October 7th saved many lives. Now, as they rebuild, we are dedicated to helping them construct a new shul, symbolizing hope and resilience. The Torah, described by King Solomon as a Tree of Life, has been the source of vitality for Adat Yeshurun in our shul. This gala celebrates our efforts to support our Torah center in La Jolla and Shlomit's. Adat's record-breaking campaign, through your generosity, has set a new fundraising record, supporting both our programs and the establishment of the new synagogue in Shlomit.

Tonight, we are blown away by how the Adat community has demonstrated love through actions. Thank you for your unwavering support. May we continue to grow and thrive as a community, united in our shared values and traditions, and continue to stand with Israel and its heroes.

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We are not only saying "I love you," but also demonstrating it through our actions, not just saying "I love you" but DOING "I love you."

With tremendous admiration and gratitude,

Rabbi Daniel, Rebbetzin Brooke, Leeba, Shira, Asher, Sari, and Margalit Reich

Heartfelt Thanks for Your Support!

Dear Adat Mishpacha,
If there is only one message you take away from tonight, let it be this: Adat Yeshurun stands with Israel. We are living through very difficult times for Jews around the world, and I am profoundly grateful for the unity we at Adat have shown, in standing with Israel. The hope of hundreds of years of Jews yearning for a homeland was granted to us in our generation, and protecting and preserving this precious gift of Israel is central to us Jews as a nation and a people.

Adat standing with Israel was evident in our record-breaking campaign, initiated by Mike and Karen Aron, to send funds to Israel over the past seven months for lifesaving resources and the protection of the Israeli people. We are so thankful for your leadership in this essential initiative.

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The concept for tonight's gala furthers Adat's connection with Israel in a unique manner that we can all be extremely proud of. This year's event set a record for annual gala fundraising at our shul. Your generosity will not only support our ongoing programs and initiatives at the shul, but also contribute significantly to the establishment of a new synagogue in our sister community in Israel, Shlomit.

This milestone is a testament to our collective commitment to growth and solidarity, both locally and globally. We can all look forward to developing personal connections with our brothers and sisters in Shlomit.

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Suzanne and I are also humbled by the warm wishes and gratitude you have showered on us as honorees tonight. In truth, we are no different than the hundreds of others in our community who have given so much of themselves to make Adat what it is today. From the founding years with Rabbi Wohlgelerter to the current leadership of Rabbi Reich, the spirit of volunteerism has always driven our community to increasingly greater heights.

We are all so fortunate to have Adat as our spiritual home in this beautiful part of the world. Suzanne and I are forever grateful for the blessings that come with being part of such a welcoming and sincere spiritual place.

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Each of us are called upon to make a difference, and while four years ago I was a reluctant leader, this has been one of the most rewarding times in my life to serve and contribute. I would like to extend a special thank you to Rabbi Reich and Brooke for being inspired partners with me in leading our community. Their dedication and support have been instrumental in helping us navigate the challenges of a rabbinic transition, Covid and now the turbulent times for Israel and our people.

We have come out stronger and more united. With a united front and faith in Hashem, we can give each other the strength to prevail.

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I also want to extend a special thank you to our remarkable gala chairs and good friends Jane and Colin Scher, and to all volunteers, donors, and everyone who has offered their time, talents, and resources to make this gala memorable and meaningful!

Finally, thank you to my wife of 48 years, Suzanne, who has been my partner in everything. I thank you for your guidance, support, and wisdom.

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As we look ahead, I am filled with optimism and excitement for what we at Adat Yeshurun can achieve. Thank you once again for your unwavering support. May we continue to grow and thrive as a community, united in our shared values and traditions.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Brian Marcus

Mike and Karen Aron, together with their family, feel blessed to honor Brian and Suzanne for their unwavering dedication and incredible passion, which have been vital to our community's reunification and growth. Their countless hours of effort have brought us together, and cultivated an environment and a spirit of warmth and hospitality in which our Judaism can flourish. As substantial donors, they have also matched their words and dollars with decisive actions. All of this has been successful in strengthening us as a community and our community's support for the Jewish State of Israel during these challenging times. Their leadership has ensured that supporting Judaism and Israel is not merely rhetorical but is shown through meaningful actions. We are immensely thankful for Brian and Suzanne's leadership, generosity, and the profound impact they've had on our community. Their contributions are deeply valued, and we are proud to salute them on this special occasion.

Michael and Karen Aron

We are so fortunate to have Adat Yeshurun as our
spiritual home that stands proudly with Israel.
Thank you, to all our donors, for your kind words and for your
generous outpouring of support for this unique and special Gala.
Collectively, we can impact many lives!

Thank you to so many of our supporters who pushed themselves to give more and to those who gave all that they could!

Thank you to the Gala Chairs Jane and Colin Scher, who have been an

inspiration, and to the entire volunteer force of Adat Yeshurun!
And finally, thank you to Rabbi Reich and Brooke
for your fearless leadership and courage!

Brian and Suzanne Marcus

In Honor of our dear friends,
Brian and Suzanne - We are in
awe of your relentless pursuit
of the communal goal.

Hilda & Jeremy Cohen

We are glad that Suzanne and Brian Marcus are the honorees. We cannot thank them enough for what they have contributed to our Shul over the years and especially the last few. So, Suzanne and Brian this is way overdue and certainly well deserved. Mazaltov! We thank Rabbi and Rebbetzin Reich for their warm leadership and a renewal of energy throughout the Adat Yeshurun community. We hope and pray that the residents of Shlomit will be able to return home soon for a long and lasting peace. We look forward to visiting them there and seeing their new Shul. The Cobb Family

Helene and Michael Cobb

Mazaltov to Brian and Suzanne for your years of commitment and
dedication to our Adat community. Your endless support and steadfast
devotion to our needs and concerns make Adat a "Happy place."

Thank you Rabbi and Rebbetzin for your guidance, and for inspiring

our hearts and minds with your exemplary leadership and care.

Mazaltov also, Jane and Colin Scher, our devoted "Gala chairs,"

who have made this Gala a great success. Hard work, dedication

and more hard work. Thank you for signing up as Gala chairs 2025!

Yasher Koach Friends!

David and Claire Ellman

Mazal Tov to Brian and
Suzanne Marcus for their
commitment to our Adat
community and Eretz Yisrael.

Gavin and Cheryl Horn and family

Brian and Suzanne Marcus

מזל טוב

We value your friendship and kindness.

We admire your dedication and the time you both

spend at Adat. If anyone needs help, you are there.

Thank you, our Rav and Rebbetzin for your leadership.

The world stands on three things: Torah, Worship, and Good Deeds - Pirkel Avot 1:2

על שלשה דברים העולם עומד: על התורה, ועל העבודה ועל גמילות חסדים

Avra & Family & our beloved Barry ז"ל

The Adat Community's commitment to our Shul and our

Israeli family is inspirational. Thanks to Rabbi Reich,

Brooke, Annette, Sharon, and the Gala Committee for

outstandingly demonstrating our tangible love for Israel.

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for leading Adat

through tough times with excellence, compassion and care.

Mazal Tov to Claire and David Ellman for their

ongoing, extraordinary commitment to the global

Jewish community and for being Honorary Chairs.

Jane and Colin Scher

Mazal tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus

for their many years of dedication to the

growth of Adat Yeshurun.

We are so grateful for your hard work and

we have many fond memories of spending time

with you on Shabbatot at Adat Yeshurun

over the past 30+ years.

Zachary, Sigalit and Sandra Dimenstein

We honor you Brian and Suzanne for your many years of

support of Adat Yeshurun, and especially for your

devoted dedication to and guidance of our

Shul community over the past four years.

On a personal note, we are very grateful for over forty years of

a very special friendship. May Hashem bless and protect Eretz

Israel. We pray for His protection of the soldiers of

the IDF and of all Am Israel, and for the safe
and speedy return of all the hostages.

Neil and Ruth Berkowitz

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for
their commitment to our

Adat community and Eretz Yisrael.

United in solidarity, Adat stands proudly with
Israel, reaffirming our unwavering support

for our homeland and our people.

Charles Jaffe and Janith Seidel Jaffe

United in solidarity,

Adat stands proudly with Israel,
reaffirming our unwavering
support for our homeland

and our people.

Jordan and Stephanie Rosenfeld

Our lives are bound up in Torah and the Adat community.

Our son, Michael Rabin z"l, flourished here where he was

encouraged to reach his full potential. He touched everyone

whom he met and we'll always be grateful

for the love the community gave him.

Brian and Sue Marcus have taken Adat to a new level of commitment

with great initiative and vision. We can't thank them enough.

We've been extraordinarily fortunate to have them lead us in the last

four years, as we have with Rabbi Reich and Brooke.

Eighteen years ago we came to Adat and look forward to our

double chai with excitement, friendship and Torah.

Yaakov and Devorah Shore

Thank you so much Brian and Suzanne.

Your leadership and love of Adat Yeshurun

has had such an amazing impact.

May you and your entire family enjoy many brachot.

And may we share friendship and

inspiration for many years to come.

The Saloveys and all of Adat Yeshurun

are so grateful to you.

Todd Salovey and Diane Boomer

Dear Suzanne and Brian,

We are so proud of your commitment to Adat and Israel.

You continue to enhance our community by all
your chesed, and we are honored to call you our friends.

To Rabbi and Brooke, Thank you for your tireless effort

that you give to our shul day in and day out.

We are so lucky to have you in our lives.

Love,

Harvey and Anne Brenner

Mazal Tov to Brian and
Suzanne Marcus for their
commitment to our Adat
community and Eretz Yisrael.

Alberto and Alicia Chaljon

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for

their commitment to Adat community and Eretz Yisrael.

United in solidarity, Adat stands proudly with Israel,

reaffirming our unwavering support for our

homeland and our people.

Wishing the warmest mazel tov to the

entire Adat Yeshurun community, and

especially to our wonderful parents (and

grandparents) Jane and Colin Scher, on

orchestrating this beautiful evening.

As always we are so proud of you and all of your steadfast

dedication to our Jewish community, local and abroad.

May all of our prayers for peace, security for the state of Israel,

and the safe return of the hostages be answered swiftly.

Love,

Scher, Charo and Gesher Families

We came tonight to honor Brian and Suzanne
Marcus for their devotion and tireless service
to Adat Yeshurun and to Israel.

We also wish to thank them and the

members of the congregation for their

kindness and friendship.

Noel and Miriam Fishman

To Captain Brian and First Officer Suzanne:
With our sincerest gratitude, please accept this medal of bravery

for navigating the good shul-ship, Adat Yeshurun through the

transition of spiritual leadership and simultaneously through the

relentless and unyielding storm of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Without your leadership Adat may have sunk and many of us would have

been left floundering without spiritual support and some of us lost in the

murkiness of the deep waters with little hope of making it to the surface.

Yet, instead with you at the helm, you calmly and steadfastly steered

Adat into the safety of calmer waters, by not only restoring but by

increasing Adat's passengers by consolidating Adat's financial

stability and by ensuring that Adat would own a home for our dearest

Rabbi Reich and his wonderful Rebbetzin and children. Kol HaKavod!

Joanne and Sam Marcus

Mazel Tov to Adat on this beautiful
partnership with Shlomit, and in honor of
Colin and Jane Scher, and David and Claire
Ellman, in appreciation for their friendship
and what they do for Adat.

Anne Nagorner

Adat Yeshurun continues to provide a

space for community to come together.

Thank you to Brian and Suzanne, Rabbi Reich and
Brooke, for creating this space, welcoming to all!

With gratitude,

Martin and Beverly Pamensky

I wanted to congratulate Claire and David Ellman (Honorary Chairs), Jane and Colin Scher (Gala Chairs) and Suzanne and Brian Marcus (Honorees), who have given their love and dedication to our community. It is my pleasure to contribute to such a beautiful cause and event dedicated to our Shul and to the Shlomit Community. I always felt that our community needed a space to come eat and enjoy their time with their family, which is why I opened my bakery, Parisien Gourmandises. It fills my heart to share my passion for baking with my community.

Michel and Annie Benarosh, Parisien Gourmandises

United in solidarity, Adat
stands proudly with Israel,
reaffirming our unwavering
support for our homeland

and our people.

Joe and Pam Resnikoff

Brian and Suzanne,

Thank you so much for your kindness

and friendship, your incredible leadership,

dedication, commitment and love for our

Adat Yeshurun community and Am Yisrael.

May Hashem bless you and your family with
continued good health, simchas and nachas.

Dr Dennis Goodman, Tanya Goodman and Family

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus
for their commitment to our Adat
community and Eretz Yisrael.

Jonathan and Amy Aires

United in solidarity, Adat stands proudly with Israel, reaffirming our unwavering support for
our homeland and our people.

Cadence

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus
for their commitment to our Adat
community and Eretz Yisrael.

Perry and Michelle Diamond and family

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for
their commitment to our Adat community and
Eretz Yisrael. Thank you for your outstanding
contribution to the Adat community.

The Borok Family

MAZEL TOV!
AM YISRAEL CHAI.

Barbara Frank

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus.
We are blessed by your unwavering support and
commitment to our Adat community.
With Gratitude,

Marc and Felicia Gipsman

United in solidarity, Adat stands proudly
with Israel, reaffirming our unwavering
support for our homeland and our people.

Roland & Myrice Goldberg

The Moch Family + International Bath and Tile
reaffirm our support + love for our homeland + people.
Mazeltov to Brian and Suzanne on this well deserved honor!

Tammy + Clive Moch, International Bath + Tile

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus
for their commitment to our Adat
community and Eretz Yisrael.

Debbie and Jack Maizel

Thank you, Brian & Suzanne, for all the amazing work
you do for our Adat community, and now for Shlomit.
Mazal Tov on this well-deserved honor!

Greg Ross

Brian and Suzanne,
Wishing you a hearty Mazal Tov on this well deserved honor.
Your leadership and wisdom have been instrumental in the
continued success of Adat Yeshurun. Kol Ha'Kavod!

The Smiedt Family

Mazal Tov to
Brian and Suzanne Marcus

Jackie Woolf

With gratitude to the community for the ongoing love and
support, and for the prayers for Michelle's refuah sheleyma.
Basil and Michelle Abramowitz

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for their
commitment to our Adat community and Eretz Yisrael.
Arjang’s Treasure House of Fine Art - La Jolla

Thanks Brian and Suzanne for all you do for our Adat
Community. May Hashem bless us and all Israel with peace
Irwin and Felicia Belcher

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for their
commitment to our Adat community and Eretz Yisrael.
Mark and Flora Brunswick

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for their
commitment to our Adat community and Eretz Yisrael.
Zimmerman Family

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for their
commitment to our Adat community and Eretz Yisrael.
David and Mary Feifel

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for their
commitment to our Adat community and Eretz Yisrael.
Martin and Arlene Fogel

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for their
commitment to our Adat community and Eretz Yisrael.
David and Aniko Hastings

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for their
commitment to our Adat community and Eretz Yisrael.
David and Melody Hermel

Thank you, Suzanne and Brian Marcus, for your steadfast
commitment to Adat Yeshurun and Israel. Am Israel Chai!
Jerry and Sheila Hermel

We stand with Israel and the Jewish people, honoring the
memory of those fallen through history. Am Yisroel Chai!
Robert and Margot Hillman

Mazal tov to Brian and Suzanne on this well deserved honor.
Much gratitude for everything you have done for us all.
Anne and Len Jurkowski

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for their
commitment to our Adat community and Eretz Yisrael.
Lionel Kahn

Dear Mom and Dad, You have loved our community with all
your heart, soul, and strength. Yasher Koach, we love you!
Megan and Jacob Kamaras

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for their
commitment to our Jewish community and Eretz Yisrael.
Selwyn and the Kindness Initiative

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for their
commitment to our Adat community and Eretz Yisrael.
Irwin Krinsky

With much gratitude to Brian and Suzanne for their
commitment to the Adat community and to Eretz Yisrael.
Stuart and Nora Laiken

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for their
commitment to our Adat community and Eretz Yisrael.
Marc and Shana Lebovits

Adat stands proudly with Israel ‏אחינו כל בית ישראל
Mazel Tov Brian and Suzanne.
Frances Lobman

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for their
commitment to our Adat community and Eretz Yisrael.
Craig, Marty and Wolfy Lotzof

Mazal Tov to the Adat community for standing in unwavering unity with Eretz Yisrael, and to our esteemed honorees, Suzanne & Brian Marcus.
Michael and Paula Mantell

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for their
commitment to our Adat community and Eretz Yisrael.
Nicole and Daniel Monsowitz

Unkie Brian and Auntie Sue, your leadership in the Adat
community and your support for Israel is an inspiration!
Pinn family

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for their
commitment to our Adat community and Eretz Yisrael.
Fane and Linda Robinson

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for their
commitment to our Adat community and Eretz Yisrael.
Marc and Susan Sacks

Mazal Tov Rabbi and Brooke, Brian and Suzanne, Jane and Colin
for everything you have done for our community and Am Yisrael!
Howard and Diane Schachat

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne Marcus for their
commitment to our Adat community and Eretz Yisrael.
Eva Shore

Mazal Tov Brian and Suzanne Marcus for your commitment
to our Adat community and Eretz Yisrael. Am Yisrael Chai!
Paul and Debbie Shtein family

United in solidarity, Adat stands proudly with Israel, reaffirming
our unwavering support for our homeland and our people.
Adam and Marina Sragovicz

Mazel Tov to Brian and Suzanne on this much deserved honor.
Your dedication to Adat and Am Yirsrael is inspiring.
Richard and Yvonne Venger

Mazal Tov to Brian and Suzanne for their dedication, hard
work, and love for the Adat community and Eretz Yisrael.
Ivor and Joy Weiner

Kudos to the many Adat members, past and present, who work
assiduously and generously for Israel, in peace and strife.
Jack and Ellen Zyroff

Mount Meron
Isaac and Ruth Engel

Beersheva
Hanna and Mark Gleiberman

Ir David
The Werbeloff, Cohen and Kyte Families

Beersheva
Steven and Sharon Tradonsky

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Mark and Laura Abelkop

Stephen and Brenda Abelkop
Mickey and Rachel Abraham

Ary and Elana Abramovic
Micki and Ilana Acks
Alan Angel
Marc and Tracey Batten
Ronen Benshoshan and Avishag Ravid
Tina Bernard
Shimon and Liza Blumenfeld
Samuel and Peta Brenner
Harriet Brown
Brian Castle
Ethan and Debra Cohen

Patty Cohen

Brian and Merle Datnow
Paul and Julie Datnow
Neal and Dee Desind
Howard Dyckman
Enrique and Sally Eichner
Moises and Jennifer Eilemberg
Jim and Sari Esserman
Jeremy and Pauline Factor
Edward Federman
Josh Feit and Jenna Borok
Uri and Belinda Feldman
Robert and Jessica Fink
Jack Forman
Alessandra Franco

Julian and Beryl Frank

Lolie Fromm

Daniel Gabriel
Eitan and Victoria Geft
Dustin and Tara Gillman
Craig and Dana Glasser
Tsvi and Anne Goldenberg
Richard Gordner
Brandon and Lara Grusd
Helfon and Guily Hanono
Stephen Reid Heller
Gershon Jaffe

Philip and Ellen Kamaras
Stephen and Alysa Kaplan
Brian Keating and Sarah Price-Keating

Ariel Klainerman
Arthur and Peta Klitofsky
Ron and Kim Lazarus
Moti, Elanit, Eric, and Soraya Leiter
Scott and Amanda Lesowitz
Celia Levy
Sacha Litman and Rochelle Behrens
Abe and Iris Loebenstein
Lawrence Lotzof
Laa Marcus
Peter and Rachel Miller
Sorrel and Judy Nemzer
Stanley and Roz Pappelbaum

Michael and Charlene Pinn

Seth and Susan Pransky

Gideon Rappaport
Roger and Deborah Rappoport
Elana Rezmovitch
Blue and Ezraella Robbins
Daniel Rosen and Mimi Allen
David and Sylvia Roth
Brett and Nicole Saloner
Stephen and Shelley Sass
Gavin and Zara Sclar
Denise Selati

Gavriel and Devorah Shapiro
Yury Shlionsky and Deborah Topper
Jonathan and Nicole Smith
Ian and Linda Smulowitz

Mark and Phyllis Strauss

Kevin and Lynn Swartzberg
Jeff and Stacey Wechsler
Steven and Ava Weitzen
Gidon and Marilyn Williams
Howard Winter and Anne Arenson
Anton and Julie Woolf

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!