was living with and at eighteen I pursued a degree in nursing.” She shares that it took many years before her true faith returned to her life. Several years ago, she was asked to volunteer to take two Catholic children to church. It was during a Thanksgiving interfaith service that she met Rabbi Glickstein and fate brought her here to join Temple Beth Sholom. “As always, when you are under terrible stress and something bad has happened in your life, you look to a place where you can gather solace and comfort in the words of our teachings,” she says. She eventually began attending services on a regular basis and was also deeply touched by Rabbi Davis and his family for taking such a great interest in her life and well-being. She credits him for getting her closer to the “fabrics of Temple Beth Sholom and philanthropy.” Today Jo is proud of her volunteer work with National Public Radio, deeply enjoys helping others and is grateful for her good health. As she reflects on life and death, nothing gives Jo greater joy than the knowledge that her contribution will be part of a vibrant tapestry filled with generous gifts from others, like her, who have chosen to secure the future of the Temple and continue for generations to come the rich traditions this congregation has forged. As the sole surviving member of her family, she’s adamant in her thoughts. “Why not today, write your will and nominate Temple Beth Sholom as a recipient… make sure to take care of the place where you have spent joyous times and have been welcomed with open arms.”
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