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Dedication Campaign
In Hebrew, Chanukah means dedication.
The Columbia Jewish Congregation's Dedication Campaign takes place
each year from the High Holy Days until Chanukah. Chanukah means
dedication and this campaign allows us to rededicate ourselves to making
sure the good works and services of our congregation can continue.
Did you know that your annual dues only cover 70% of the expenses of keeping
CJC alive? For the rest, like most non-profit organizations, we depend on
fund raising.
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In the Book of Exodus we learn about the time when our people built the Tabernacle
in the desert. At the direction of the Lord, Moses asked for "gifts of the heart,"
voluntary offerings to make the Tabernacle possible. The people gave so
generously that Moses actually had to tell them to stop.
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During our Dedication Campaign, we are looking for that kind of generous response
from each of you. Our goal is 100% participation; please do your part!
One third of all money raised will go into the Long Term Fund to secure our
congregation's future. The rest will support this year's programs and good works.
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Whether you participate in CJC by learning in our educational programs for
children or adults, helping others through our many tikkun olam projects,
singing with our Choir, enjoying our informative Cultural Arts programs, joining
discussions at Chavurah or Book Club, attending social events, or praying and
meditating at our many meaningful Services, there's an important role for you to
play in the campaign. When you need a shiva minyan, a meal for a sick relative
or friend, a wedding, a baby naming, a funeral, or a hospital visit, CJC is there to
support you.
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Whether you are a child, a teen, a young parent, or an older member, we need your
help now. Through our Dedication Campaign, we all have an opportunity to
show that we are all committed to Columbia Jewish Congregation, and we ask
for your donation at whatever level you can afford.
In addition to your pledge or as an alternative, consider becoming part of the "Arevim
L'atid Group: Guarantors of the Future." Join this ongoing group of generous
donors by pledging to donate a minimum of $360 above membership dues
each year.
Please return your pledge form today. Make your tax deductible donation today or as
soon as possible before December 1.
At our Dedication Campaign celebration in January, we will announce the amount
we raised through this campaign and the names of our members who have
contributed (no amounts will be disclosed.) We will enjoy our successful effort
and look forward to our congregational future together.
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