LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Rabbi Gary Greene upon the occasion of
his 30th year in the rabbinate

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to take note of and
publicly acknowledge individuals and organizations of remarkable integ-
rity and character who distinguish themselves in service to their faith
and community; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Rabbi Gary Greene upon the occasion of his 30th year in the rabbinate;
and
WHEREAS, The spiritual leader of Marathon Jewish Community Center
since 2003, Rabbi Gary Greene previously served in Massachusetts at
Temple Beth Sholom and B'nai Jacob; and
WHEREAS, During his tenure at Marathon Jewish Community Center, Rabbi
Gary Greene introduced the well-attended Carlebach minion, a seeker
service, and the "Lunch and Learn" program; in addition, he has taught
all ages of children in Hebrew School and at Camp Ramah in New England;
and
WHEREAS, The 2002 United Synagogue Solomon Schecter Award for Adult
Education recipient, Rabbi Gary Greene instituted a family education
tract and revitalized the adult education program, which will be high-
lighting the 60th Birthday of Israel with special classes and an Israeli
film festival; and
WHEREAS, A member of the Northeast Queens Jewish Community Council,
Rabbi Gary Greene inspired and spearheaded its participation in the
annual Salute to Israel Parade and helped refashion the community-wide
Yom Hashoa commemorative service; and
WHEREAS, With Rabbi Gary Greene throughout have been his wife, Judith
Diamond, and their four sons, Amichai, Hillel, Doron and Asaf, all of
whom feel privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his many
achievements; and
WHEREAS, Rabbi Gary Greene has brought an overwhelming spirit of char-
ity and compassion to the congregations he has served, acting from
vision and enlightenment in conducting his administrative and spiritual
duties, while always displaying the highest standards of personal and
professional integrity and dedication; and
WHEREAS, This distinguished man of God has always given enlightenment,
guidance and wisdom to the many entrusted to his care and has adminis-
tered abundantly and unstintingly to the spiritual and corporal needs of
all; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when a person
of such noble aims and accomplishments is brought to our attention it is
appropriate to publicly and jubilantly proclaim and commend that indi-
vidual for the edification of others; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Rabbi Gary Greene upon the occasion of his 30th year in the rabbi-
nate, noting his unremitting and compassionate faith and his exemplary
service to God, man, and his community, and extending to him its heart-
felt best wishes for a future of purposeful success and well-being; and
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Rabbi Gary Greene.