My wife, Rabbi Deborah Miller, and my daughter, Libby are so excited to be members of this warm and welcoming community. We have been eagerly anticipating this move for months, and now that it is finally a reality, it is somewhat overwhelming. Our goal here is not for me to simply be your “Cantor” but to become a fully integrated part of the family, and towards that end, it is imperative that we get to know you, and you get to know us. It is not enough to simply meet the weekly and daily “shul goers” who come to minyan, but each and every member of this Synagogue is a vital component of the shul. Whether acting in the role of Doer, Donor, or Davener, we all hold the shul together. So if you’d like to get to know me, feel free to stop by the shul any day (except Wednesdays,) and if I happen to be busy or out, talk with Mary in the office to schedule some face-time. I’m also happy to meet off-campus, or to have you over to our house for a Shabbat meal if that works out better. Don’t feel embarrassed to invite us over regardless of the state of your kitchen, or your attendance at services. Remember, there are hundreds of you, and only one me, so at least in the beginning, I’ll need you all to reach out to me. I, along with my family, look forward to meeting all of you soon!
Kol Tuv,
Hazzan Steven Walvick, Rabbi Deborah Miller & Libby