LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 125th Anniversary of Congre-
gation Agudas Israel of Newburgh, New York, to be celebrated on May 22,
2011

WHEREAS, The quality and character of life in New York State is greatly
enriched by the faithful and generous service of those who devote them-
selves to endeavors of family, faith, and community; and
WHEREAS, Religious institutions, and the many spiritual, social and
educational benefits they confer, play a vital role in the development
of the moral fabric of a responsible citizenry; and
WHEREAS, It is the tradition of this State and this nation to pay
tribute to institutions and individuals who have contributed to the
ethical and spiritual values of their communities; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body takes pleasure in commemorating the
125th Anniversary of Congregation Agudas Israel of Newburgh, New York,
to be celebrated at its 125th Anniversary Dinner and Dancing Gala, to be
held at the synagogue on Sunday afternoon, May 22, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Congregation Agudas Israel, located in Newburgh in the heart
of the Hudson Valley for more than 100 years, is a Conservative, egali-
tarian congregation affiliated with The United Synagogue of Conservative
Judaism; and
WHEREAS, Congregation Agudas Israel is a family-oriented congregation,
interested in growing with the Jewish community and offers a variety of
programs for its congregants; and
WHEREAS, Prayer services are conducted on Shabbat and on festivals and
other Jewish holidays throughout the year; all life-cycle events are
observed and daily minyanim are available on request; and
WHEREAS, Educational programs are offered for both youth and adults
and Congregation Agudas Israel is enthusiastically involved in numerous
community activities as well; and
WHEREAS, Congregation Agudas Israel is, in addition, justly proud of
its outstanding, modern facility including a large social hall, two
Kosher kitchens and large catering facilities; and
WHEREAS, Congregation Agudas Israel is proud to have been at the
center of Conservative Judaism in the Newburgh area for the past 125
years and plans and fervently hopes to continue as such for many years
to come; and
WHEREAS, Congregation Agudas Israel stands on the threshold of tomor-
row, prepared to meet the challenges of the coming decades while retain-
ing that spiritual resolve which characterizes its past; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to take note of
such enduring religious institutions as Congregation Agudas Israel and
to bring such institutions to the attention of the people of this Empire
State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 125th Anniversary of Congregation Agudas Israel,
Newburgh, New York, to be celebrated on May 22, 2011, fully confident
that this commemoration reflects the belief in those values which
enhance the dignity and purpose of life; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Congregation Agudas Israel, 290 North Street, Newburgh, New
York 12550.