Dear Rabbi Jeff and Shoshie,

"Ase' LeCha Rav, U'Kneh Licha Chaver" (Avos 1;6) What a Zechus it has been for us to be able to be fulfill this mandate through the two of you.
 
Through your dedication to Ahavas Yisroel and spreading Torah, we
have been able to make a home, here in La Jolla, in a true Makom Torah.
A place that we are able to teach Torah connect to fellow Jews.
 
We, along with the rest of your Adat Yeshurun Mishpacha, are
sincerely indebted to you for your friendship,
your guidance, and your Torah.
 
Thank you for everything!
 
Rabbi Daniel and Brooke Reich, Leeba, Shira, and Asher
 

Iris and I want to thank you, Rabbi Jeff and Shoshie,

for not just building the shul, but for building each person

that has come through the doors of Adat,

helping them grow in their connection to Judaism.

 

You have not only tirelessly provided Torah learning at every level, but

you have continually set exemplary examples by always having your

doors and hearts open, setting a special example for us all.

 

Thank you for helping to develop a community that demonstrates

a special kindness and compassion for one another. The immense outpouring by the community for this gala, whether contributing or organizing, speaks volumes to the gratitude everyone feels towards you.

 

With Love,

Our Dear Rabbi and Shoshie,

 

You have touched our lives on multiple levels. We thank you for your love, kindness, empathy and compassion which you have shared with so many of us, and will always continue to always be a part of us. Your dedication to Torah, the Shul and teaching has been unwavering for the last 33 years.

 

The entire community has benefitted from your wisdom and depth of knowledge. It has truly been a privilege to have been part of Adat Yeshurun for the past 28 years. Thank you. We wish you all the nachas and brocha in the world as you move into the next phase of your lives, surrounded by your beautiful family. May your long years ahead be filled with good health, peace, joy, and an abundance of Hashem's Blessings.

 

We look forward to seeing you soon. Much love to you both,

 

Dear Rabbi and Shoshie, 

Thank you for the dedication, energy, love

and commitment that you both bring into our lives.

 

From b'nei mitzvah to weddings, you have been with us through it all

and we will be forever grateful. The Torah that is being given to you

is symbolic of the many years of Torah and wisdom

that you have given to all of us.

 

We hope that you continue to illuminate others in your new path
just as you have done with us.

 

May Hashem protect you in this new adventure.

 

With all our love, Jaime, Karen,

Yael, Dalia, and Eitan Breziner

Dear Rabbi and Shoshie,

We thank you both for being such a positive influence on our community and our family. Your love of Torah and teaching has been a guiding light for us.
 
Your concern and caring during all these many years is something we will always appreciate and never forget.

We want to say להתראות and תודה רבה, בהצלחה

 

David and Claire Ellman 

Rabbi and Shoshie, 

 

For 33 years you have enriched our lives,
enlightened our community and inspired a profound

connection to Judaism. Your tireless efforts

on behalf of the Jewish people know no bounds.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for the gift of your
love, support and dedication to Adat.

 

We will miss you tremendously, but we are consoled by the
knowledge that your work will continue and others will be blessed
with the gift of your leadership, guidance and wisdom.
 

 Rabbi Jeff and Shoshie,

Thank you for your inspiring dedication and devotion to Adat Yeshurun. 

Under your leadership, we have grown from a small Kehilah

into a well-established and vibrant Congregation.

 

We will miss you but are happy you have fulfilled your dream of

Next year in Jerusalem  לשנה הבאה בירושלים

 

With deep respect and sincere admiration for you both

 

על שלושה דברים העולם עומד: על התורה ועל העבודה ועל גמילות חסדים

Upon three things the world stands: 

Upon Torah, upon worship, and upon loving-kindness

 

Dear Rabbi and Shoshie,

 

Thank you for your continued leadership and guidance.

We cannot thank you enough for all that you have done for the
community in general and for our family in particular.

It is precisely your non-judgmental welcoming of families of all
levels of observance that has inspired us to get out of our
comfort zone and do more.

 

Your dedication is such that even now, all the way from your home
in Israel, you continue to touch us all by video.

May HaShem always protect and bless your family!

 

Dear Rabbi Jeff and Shoshie,

"Ase' LeCha Rav, U'Kneh Licha Chaver" (Avos 1;6) What a Zechus it has been for us to be able to be fulfill this mandate through the two of you.

 

Through your dedication to Ahavas Yisroel and spreading Torah, we
have been able to make a home, here in La Jolla, in a true Makom Torah.

A place that we are able to teach Torah connect to fellow Jews.

 

We, along with the rest of your Adat Yeshurun Mishpacha, are
sincerely indebted to you for your friendship,

your guidance, and your Torah.

 

Thank you for everything!

 

Rabbi Daniel and Brooke Reich

Leeba, Shira, and Asher

Dear Rabbi and Shoshie,

The shul you created 33 years ago is a direct reflection of your love, hard work, dedication and commitment to living a תורה life and 

bringing those values to the community.

We feel so blessed to have had your influence in our lives. 

 

You have been there for us as we celebrated bar mitzvahs,

weddings and comforted us during the difficult times.

You challenged us to learn and grow as committed Jews. Thank you for your leadership, wisdom and most of all your friendship. 

We plan on seeing you often in Eretz Yisrael!

 

With love, Marc, Felicia, Aaron, Giuliette, Georgia, Alex,

Devora, Estee, Elya, Ethan, Eti and Avicahi,

 

Rabbi & Shoshie,

 

Thank you for everything you have done on behalf of our family

and community over the years, for your spiritual guidance,

mentorship, friendship, and support! Your dedication to our community and exceptional leadership is an inspiration to us. We extend our heartfelt Hakarat Ha'Tov to playing an integral role in our family simchas

and for your support through more difficult times.

 

We wish you much hatzlachah with the next chapter of your life in Israel. We will miss you but look forward to visiting you in Israel soon!

 

With much love and affection,

 

We are forever grateful for the amazing years

we spent together with the Adat Kehila.

 

The memories and close friendships we have established

will always remain embedded forever.

 

Rabbi and Rebbetzin, there are no words to describe our Hakoros Hatov

for your guidance, wisdom, and always treating us like family.

 

It is our prayer, rather than considering this a goodbye,

it is perhaps the beginning of Adat Eretz Yisroel!!

 

With much love and appreciation, 

 

Thank you Rabbi Jeff and Rebbetzin Shoshie, and the entire Wohlgelernter family, for your leadership, wisdom, devotion and love.

 

The support and guidance you have provided our family on both happy occasions and through life's challenges have meant the world to us, and we are grateful that in embracing us into your lives, you have made it so much more special.

 

This tribute is in honor of our wedding and the passing of our father and grandfather (Yair Surpin, Yair ben Nissan), both having taken place on Parsha Korach. Chazak u'Baruch and Yasher Koach!

 

Dear Rabbi and Shoshie, We are so happy to be able to acknowledge you individually and together for all that you have brought to us and the Adat Community. Your passion and love for Torah has created a beautiful and sacred place where we can learn, pray and grow. With strength, devotion and endurance that you have time and time again shown, has nurtured your vision that we have come to know, appreciate and honor. Together, you have created the impossible...a frum community in La Jolla! You have inspired so many to strengthen their Jewish foundation and for others, to discover it for the first time. You are unbelievable spiritual leaders, mensches and dear friends who have left an indelible and lasting mark on all our hearts. We know that another glorious new chapter awaits as you once again bring your devotion and love to your new home.

 

With much love and respect,