Morris Finkelstein was president of Temple Emanuel Congregation in Newton, Massachusetts from 1972-1975. Founded in 1935, Temple Emanuel is a Conservative congregation affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism (USCJ), and is located at 385 Ward St. in Newton Centre. Currently, the membership of over 1,100 families represents a diverse community of Jews from Newton and surrounding areas. The Congregation offers a broad spectrum of religious, cultural, social and educational activities. During Morris Finkelstein’s tenure he participated in such events as the Annual Sisterhood’s Donor Luncheon, Annual Report Meetings, and Semi-Annual Meetings of the Congregation where he gave speeches that are included in the collection.
1 Historical note based on information from the following: documents in the Morris Finkelstein papers and from Gil Rosen, Librarian of Temple Emanuel at grosen@templeEmanuel.com
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1935:
Temple Emanuel Congregation founded
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1972:
Morris Finkelstein becomes President of Temple Emanuel Congregation
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1972:
MF gives speech at the Annual Sisterhood Donor Luncheon
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1972:
MF gives speech at the Semi-Annual Meeting of the Congregation
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1974:
MF gives address at the Annual Report Meeting
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1975:
MF steps down as President of Temple Emanuel Congregation
From the guide to the Morris Finkelstein papers-Temple Emanuel Newton, MA, undated, 1961-1980 (bulk 1965-1975), (American Jewish Historical Society)
