Zack Freeling is fundraising
Freeling Family Torah: An Everlasting Memorial
I am seeking your help to create a lasting memorial for my beloved family members who have passed away.
Over the course of seven years, I experienced, one by one, the painful and tragic loss of my brother, my father, and my mother. I loved them deeply, I miss them daily. When I think about my life, its ups and downs, the resilience that it takes to survive in our world, I also think about the light that comes from darkness and how our calling is to create new measures of goodness wherever we go. Because I remember the goodness that went with them, I want to honor that memory with something lasting, meaningful and spiritual; an enduring memorial; something that would be treasured and revered for generations, carrying goodness and blessings to them.
I see these elements in the Torah. The Jewish people have experienced wonderful times and very dark times; in all times the Torah has been with them. It is symbolic of their long history, a “book” that tells the story of oppression in Egypt, their flight to freedom, the journey to the Promised Land and the goodness and sweetness of a meaningful life. It carries the Law that organizes an ethical society and the verses that convey the spiritual messages that connect us to the sacred.
I find my own story in its messages. To learn more, watch the video below or Check out my story here
I want to create a new Torah Scroll dedicated to the Freeling Family to keep their legacy alive in the world. It will be commissioned by Rohr Chabad House at Vanderbilt University, my alma mater, where it will be housed, and where generations of students will benefit from it. The Memoriam book that will accompany it will list the names of all those who join with me in creating this spiritual gift. Donors can add stories, memories, and well wishes they would like to share for inclusion as well.
Your donations are tax deductible and will be acknowledge with a receipt from Rohr Chabad House at Vanderbilt, a registered 501c(3)
To donate by check: Make payable to Rohr Chabad House at Vanderbilt University, 111 23rd Ave. N., Nashville, TN 37203. Put Freeling Family Torah in the memo.
To donate stock or by wire transfer email Rabbi Shlomo at [email redacted]
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