I have been a part of this community for many years—worshipping, reading Torah, singing, making meals, moving chairs and tables, fundraising and volunteering in other capacities. I have grown to be a better person because of my involvement with this congregation. I am delighted to share my love for this community by leading us through these next two years with our new spiritual guide, Rabbi Michael Latz. May we go from "strength to strength". May we each continue to seek opportunities to discover how we can shape Shir Tikvah and how Shir Tikvah can shape us.