IL HR0939

Congratulates Moses Montefiore Congregation on 140 years of service to families and communities in central Illinois.

Recognizes the congregation as one of the oldest Jewish congregations in continuous operation in Illinois, founded in May 1882 and holding its first service on Rosh Hashanah that same year.

Notes the congregation completed its first temple building in 1889 and relocated to 102 Robinhood Lane in Bloomington in 1959.

Highlights members' contributions to public service, including roles as Bloomington mayor, McLean County Board members, and circuit court judges, with Sigmund Livingston helping found the Anti-Defamation League.

Recognizes the congregation's support of a religious school, Jewish Cemetery (established in 1856), Jewish Food Fair (held for over 50 years), and cultural and education programs for members and the broader community.