Thinking Ahead Toward the Next Generation of Judaism

Each of the authors in this volume has emerged as an important partner of Temple Israel in this quest for a viable modern Judaism. I extend my deepest gratitude to each of them for participating in this publication, and for sharing our journey.

Oskar Brecher has observed that the work of a Temple president is ephemeral and leaves behind no lasting mark as the institution continues to move forward. I do not usually disagree with him-and certainly not publicly-but in this case I know that he is wrong. Not only will he leave permanently transformed the physical appearance and effectiveness of our building, but he has also permanently transformed how we think about our lives as members of the Jewish community. This volume is the proof--and we offer it to him in gratitude for his constant support and encouragement. We hope that it will provide food for serious thought and discussion among its readers and motivate others to join us in this quest for a meaningful, living Judaism for our children and our children's children." -- Judith S. Lewis, Senior Rabbi