I TORAH PORTION I MOST TRUSTED AJ Congress Volunteers Continued from prededing page AME IN TRMia f ever there was a time to travel, that time is certainly now. Never has the world seen such exciting change, never has the future 111•111101111111 _ seemed brighter. The American Jewish Congress' International Travel Program, now in it's 33rd year, is sponsoring a delightful, fun-filled event where you can find out everything there is to know about these wonderful, innovative and luxurious travel opportunities. AJCongress shows you the grandeur and magnificence of this planet—with the added spice of Jewish sites and culture. See Israel...Egypt...Eastern and Western Europe...the USSR...the entire world! Come to our free travel presentation, enjoy the travelogue and hear our speaker. There'll be door prizes, coffee, dessert, and of course, free travel advice. There's a travel presentation soon near you. Bon voyage! 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Every life should have a holy and in- violate center: sacred ex- periences, moments of reverence, times of sanctity. We live in a tumultuous world that constantly intrudes on our privacy, a world in which it is easy to lose our bearings. Each of us needs an ark, a place, a time, a moment in which we can hear the still, small voice of the spirit. We require a daily opportunity for prayer, study and con- templation. It is within that ark that we are enabled to cope with crisis and sadness and also with joy and triumph. Third, the material offered was to be given freely and gladly, not under duress or compulsion. How is religion truly sustained and advanc- ed? Not by force or formal obligation. Religion is preserved and transmitted by a loyalty freely given, by a chosen identification with Judaism. Unlike other countries of Jewish settlement in the pre- modern world, in the free and open society of America, the religious affiliation of Jews is not forced or demanded. Synagogues are not main- tained by the government or any formally designated authority. The whole framework of Jewish ex- istence in America is volun- tary, and this gives it great meaning, depth and moral force. What preserves the elaborate structure of our synagogal, organizational and communal life? What sustains our institutions and agencies? The answer is found in the volunteers who give of their time and energy and substance, who serve in positions of leadership, who translate programs into reality. Ultimately, what nurtures Jewish life are the masses of Jews who respond willingly with their commitment to build and maintain synagogues; to strengthen the well-being of the Jewish people; to support organiza- tions and institutions, seminaries and movements. It is that spirit of sharing, ser- vice and loyalty that preserves and enlarges our community and its institu- tions. In the words of the sages, Rachman Liba Baey, God seeks the heart, whose willingness, faithfulness and devotion make possible the fulfillment of man's highest vision. ❑ !SYNAGOGUES I Lubavitch Group Celebrates Purim Congregation Mishkan Israel Lubavitch Center will have its annual Purim Megilla reading 8 p.m. March 10. There wil be a separate pro- gram for children which will feature a separate Megillah reading. There will be refreshments, a magician, a live band and prizes awarded to children in the best costumes. For information, call Rochel Wineberg, 541-5615. Temple Israel Plans For Purim Ibmple Israel will celebrate Purim beginning 7 p.m. March 10 in the sanctuary. A traditional Purim service will be conducted by Rabbis Syme, Loss and Yedwab and Cantor Orbach. There will be a performance by the mime, Leonard Pitt, in "The Art of Face." March 11 from noon to 3 p.m., Temple Israel's Youth Group will host the annual Purim carnival. Temple Israel Hosts Retreat Temple Israel's Adult Education Committee will hold its 2nd annual Adult Education Retreat March 16-18 at Bay Valley Hotel and Resort in Bay City, Mich. The theme will be "Sex, Crimes and Myth-demeanors: Jewish Attitudes and Ex- planation." Discussing issues from a Jewish viewpoint, meeting others from the tem- ple family and enjoying Shab- bat are part of the weekend. Young Israel Sets Road Rally Young Israel of Southfield will sponsor a road rally March 17. This event will be a fund raiser for the synagogue. Maximum num- ber of persons per car is four. For information, call Joanne and Daniel Gotlib 3554918; or Rosie and Bernie Cohen, 354-8087.