Jewish Groups Facing Change
With institutions low on members, money, a new report recommends consolidation
“We don’t really want to move but the building is too big for our size,’’ said Cherkas, who added that changing demographics, an aging membership, and a need to remain fiscally solvent are forcing the congregation’s hand. Cherkas said the temple could stay in Malden at a smaller building, merge with another nearby congregation, or move to Medford, Wakefield, Stoneham, or Revere.
- Companies:
- Temple Tifereth Israel
- The Boston Globe
- People:
- Lauren Cherkas
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