The unity and organization of the Mashadi Jewish Community of America is legendary within the Jewish communities anywhere.   Hundreds of Mashadis serve on the various elected boards and appointed committees of the Central Board, Synagogue Boards, Sisterhood and Youth Committee on a voluntary basis. It is incumbent on all of us to continue this tradition of serving our community and building on this unity for our future. Today, the UMJCA owns four Synagogues, two cemetery plots, and the largest share of the old age home in Hertzlia, Israel. During the last term, the Central Board of the UMJCA successfully paid down over $4 million in outstanding debt and purchased the Shaare Rachamim building from the bank free and clear, by raising $15 million during its term.  All community members are invited to join us as we recognize and honor the various community servants, at Shaare Shalom Synagogue’s main sanctuary, on Shabbat February 8, 2014 after services to show your support for those who sacrifice themselves by investing their time in serving our community on a voluntary basis.