May Memorial is our spiritual home, and our philanthropy is essential in order for us to continue serving our needs and those of the community.

We all want to know that the money we donate is being used effectively and making a difference. While there are many ways to measure the value of our contributions, we believe the best way is to look closely at how our programs and spiritual community are changing lives. Changing lives is, after all, what May Memorial is all about.

I'd like to start by saying what a privilege and a pleasure it is to be a part of MMUUS again! I was able to attend the Board Retreat in August and get up to speed on what you have all been up to, and what you are looking ahead to in the coming year. I know that we will miss Rev. Jennifer during her leave of absence, but I hope that I can make her absence a little less painful. We all hold her and her family in our thoughts and prayers during this time.

Thank you for electing me president.

I am in awe of Harsey Leonard and the way he has led us for the last few years. I give him my heartfelt thanks. I don’t know how I can do as good a job as he has done, but I promise to try.