Dear Commandant Veruz,
It was such an honor to meet you today and to speak to your distinguished group. I was so touched by the gift of an IDF Challenge Coin that you handed to me. The Jerusalem Silver Medal is also something that I will treasure greatly.
Today's experience was very special for me and I really appreciated the exchange of ideas which took place. I hope that your group sensed the warmth and respect that exists between the rabbis even though we have theological disagreements.
I would be most honored to welcome you anytime to our congregation on East 29 Street in Manhattan. Please hold onto my cell phone number should I ever be able to be of assistance to you. 917-843-9579.
With best wishes for a Shabbat Shalom.
Gideon
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Rabbi Gideon Shloush
Congregation Adereth El
New York, NY