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I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone at the JCNWJ for a wonderful year as your Cantorial Intern. In particular, I want to express my gratitude for the gifts and kind words that I received from all of you during my last weekend in May. Thank you so much for planning such a beautiful weekend to honor our year together!
At the Friday night service I shared with you my Cantorial Journey, “Behind the Music”. In my story, I shared my faith and the experiences that led me to become a Cantor. The most important part during my five years studying at the Hebrew Union College was my work as a Cantorial Intern. It was working as a “cantor” as part of a community where the real learning, growing, and inspiration took place. After a hard week at school, I felt relief when I got to sing, teach, and learn with all of you. It was always during my weekends as a Cantorial Intern where I was reminded of why I was working so hard at school and why I wanted to be a Cantor. When I heard your voices sing together, the spirit of Shabbat entered our sanctuary and I was at peace. Or when I taught music with Debbie Fesinstine at Sunday school, the smiles and enthusiasm of our children filled me with joy. And as I listened to Rabbi Lewis share her wisdom and Torah, I was inspired to bring Torah into my daily life. I am so thankful for a wonderful year with all of you. Thank you for teaching me what it means to be part of a loving community.
Tifani Coyot |
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