2009-J4381
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Rabbi Moshe Bomzer upon the occasion of
his designation for special recognition by the Sidney Albert Albany
Jewish Community Center
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend those illustrious individuals of the State of New York whose
purposeful endeavors and commitment to family, faith and heritage serve
to enhance the quality of life and education in their communities; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Rabbi Moshe
Bomzer upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by
the Sidney Albert Albany Jewish Community Center, to be celebrated at
its 10th Annual "Pillars of our Community" dinner on Thursday, March 4,
2010; and
WHEREAS, Since 1984, Rabbi Moshe Bomzer has served as the spiritual
leader of Congregation Beth-Abraham Jacob; he spearheaded the building
of a new facility, expanded membership and also administers and super-
vises the teaching staff at the synagogue's Hebrew High School; and
WHEREAS, Rabbi Moshe Bomzer supervises NCSY programs for young chil-
dren; he formally served as the Chaplain at St. Peter's Hospital and
prior to his arrival in Albany, he was involved with Youth organizations
as a teacher and administrator in Toronto, Ontario, as well as Fort
Lauderdale and Miami, Florida; and
WHEREAS, Rabbi Moshe Bomzer graduated from Queens College, and Yeshiva
University where he earned his Master's degree in Jewish Philosophy, as
well as his Rabbinic Ordination; he received his M.S.W. from Barry
University in Miami, and his Doctorate in Pastoral Counseling at the
Post Graduate Center for Mental Health in New York; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Rochel, their six
children, as well as their seven grandchildren, all of whom feel privi-
leged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to extend its highest commen-
dation to Rabbi Moshe Bomzer for his dedication and commitment to his
community, its children, and his heritage; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Rabbi Moshe Bomzer upon the occasion of his designation for
special recognition by the Sidney Albert Albany Jewish Community Center;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Rabbi Moshe Bomzer.