Checking in with Our Facilities Staff

Checking in with our Facilities and Reception staff, who keep things running on-site everyday!

Abner Marin, Facilities Julia Pollard, Director of Administration & Facilities Fay Childers, Reception Juan Marin, Facilities Ricardo Abreu, Accommodator

"It feels strange to come to the building when most of the staff are not here but it also is satisfying to know that my presence makes a difference." - Irina Preys "I feel bad because I hear a lot of news of businesses closings, people being out of work. I am very blessed and thankful for the chance of being part of this community. It feels good to be out of the house and to be helpful" - Ricardo Abreu

"Temple Israel radiates a positive vibe regardless of what goes on in the world. Our faith in each other gives us strength." - Julia Pollard

"I feel support from my team members and feel confident that it will be OK!" - Juan Marin

"It’s a life changing situation. But, I come into work as usual, and we get lots of support from the TI community." - Christian Diaz "It has been reassuring to know that the temple has taken the measures to assure our safety." - Faye Childers

"It's sad because there is no school and children can’t see friends or grandparents and participate in normal activities, but I feel good about coming in to Temple Israel to help the people who work here during these difficult times." - Abner Marin "I feel safe. However, I also feel a bit lonely because it’s so quiet." - Lorraine Smith

"Being able to go out, commute and work full time has provided a muchneeded sense of normalcy. During the short time I've been here, the Temple has been tremendously supportive! I'm very confident in the procedures that are in place to protect us when we're here." - Anthony Grant

Anthony Grant, Facilities Lorraine Smith, Reception Christian Diaz, Facilities Irina Preys, Reception