At the June 18 Temple Emunah annual awards and installation dinner in Lexington, honors were given to outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to Temple Emunah and to the community at large.

The Russman-Halperin family, Lexington, was honored with the Emet V'Emunah, Family of the Year Award. This award is given annually to a family selected by the membership that embodies the Temple Emunah spirit, setting an example for others by giving time and resources, performing good deeds and adding to the richness of religious life at the temple.

Residents of Lexington for 16 years, the Russman-Halperins are an integral part of several key activities at Temple Emunah. In addition to demanding careers at Babson College and Middlesex Community College, Bob and Wendy Russman-Halperin, along with their children Liora and Aviva, are active members of the Minyan Katan services and help organize Shabbat and high holidays, read Torah and lead discussions for the Minyan Katan experience. They also actively participate in social action committee projects and Habitat for Humanity.

Sylvia Schatz and Gloria Greenfield, also of Lexington, were honored for their exceptional work in creating the renowned adult education program at the synangogue.

Mort and Marcia Camac of Lexington were honored for founding the 55+ Club, a group whose activities have touched the lives of hundreds of people.

For information about upcoming events call (781) 861-0300.

Reprinted from The Jewish Advocate, July 28 - August 3, 2000, page 18