…you ask, “What can I do for the shul”
…you make the effort to come out for membership meeting
…you’re really concerned about the Shul making the budget
…you’re willing to be an officer or some other important position every 10 years
…you try to daven at your Shul as often as possible
…you try to encourage new members to join
…you’re appreciative and supportive of your president and officers
…you phrase your complaints in a positive and constructive way
…you’re committed to the Shul for the long term
…you’re kind to the treasurer, if they make a mistake
The more valuable you are to the Shul, the more valuable the Shul will be for you.