Rodef Shalom helps to resettle the Do family, the first of 5 refugee Vietnamese families escaping the collapse of South Vietnam. Later, the congregation will sponsor the Katona family from Hungary (longtime Temple members) and other families from Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union.
The Religious School Committee conducts a parent survey which indicates a strong preference for dual Sunday sessions.
Chai Society is established as a group for members who have been active since the founding of the Temple.
Construction of a social hall addition begins and will be completed in 1984.
First adult B’nai Mitzvah class
Temple budget is $488,000. One year later, it will be $600,000.
Religious school enrollment reaches 440, and its Director becomes a full time position.
Nursery School wooden playground is assembled by 400 members, families, and friends.
A new step is taken in the management of Temple funds with the creation of the Temple Rodef Shalom Endowment which is designed to produce continuing income for the congregation.
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