The House Resolution honors the 100th anniversary of Temple Emanu-El, which was founded on June 14, 1924, to serve as a house of worship for the Hebrew faith and to promote the spiritual and moral welfare of its members and the surrounding community. The resolution details the temple's early history, including the construction of its building in 1925, the hiring of its first cantor and rabbi, and the challenges faced during the Great Depression, which impacted its operations and programs.
The resolution acknowledges Temple Emanu-El's significant role in the Jewish community on the East Side of Providence, Rhode Island, highlighting its educational programs, social and cultural activities, and worship opportunities over the past century. It also announces a Centennial Gala scheduled for May 18, 2025, to celebrate this milestone. The House of Representatives commends the temple for its contributions to the well-being of its congregants and the local community, and directs the Secretary of State to transmit a certified copy of the resolution to the temple's president, Pam Kaitin-Miller.
Introduced by Representatives Ackerman, Shekarchi, Blazejewski, Kislak, and Knight on May 22, the resolution has been referred to the House, where it has been read and passed.