LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Arye Stein upon the occasion of his
designation by Young Israel of Flatbush as the recipient of the Avodat
Hakodesh Award at its 88th Anniversary Dinner on June 6, 2010

WHEREAS, The quality and character of life in the Empire State are
greatly enriched by the faithful and generous service of those who
devote themselves to endeavors of family, faith, and community; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend individuals of such magnanimous conduct and bearing who demon-
strate a deep and continuing concern for others, and in so doing,
inspire others to do the same; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Arye Stein upon the occasion of his designation by Young Israel of Flat-
bush as the recipient of the Avodat Hakodesh Award at its 88th Anniver-
sary Dinner, to be held at the Kings Terrace in Brooklyn on Sunday, June
6, 2010; and
WHEREAS, In honoring Arye Stein, Young Israel of Flatbush recognizes
and pays fitting tribute to him for his many years of selfless devotion
and dedicated service to the synagogue and the greater Jewish community;
and
WHEREAS, Arye Stein has served Young Israel of Flatbush in many capac-
ities; he is a Member of the Board of Trustees and for many years has
been the Gabbai of the weekday Minyan; he helps raise funds for the
Kiddushim and the weekly Shalosh Seudot and, his pleasant personality,
hard work and willingness to serve have endeared him to the entire
congregation; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the course of his service to Young Israel of Flat-
bush, one of New York City's oldest and most prominent synagogues, and
his community, Arye Stein has exhibited uncommon valor and wisdom; and
WHEREAS, His involvement and leadership have been characterized by an
impressive commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm, and an uncompromising
standard of excellence in all his endeavors on behalf of the synagogue,
Young Israel, and his community; and
WHEREAS, In recognizing Arye Stein for his many years of inspirational
and devoted service to his faith and community, Young Israel of Flatbush
proudly honors a man who exemplifies the highest aims and ideals of the
Young Israel movement: adherence to Torah and mitzvot, maintenance of
the traditions of the Jewish people, both at home and in the land of
Israel, and commitment to their community and to American society; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to extend its highest commen-
dation to Arye Stein for his dedication and commitment to his community
and his heritage; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Arye Stein upon the occasion of his designation by Young Israel
of Flatbush as the recipient of the Avodat Hakodesh Award at its 88th
Anniversary Dinner on June 6, 2010; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Arye Stein.