War summary, Day 465: Hostage negotiations in advance stages, Trump’s envoy putting immense pressure on Israel to concede on key issues, five fallen heroes in Gaza, Danny Danon says Israel might need to reconsider withdrawal in Lebanon, and three Houthi attacks.

At early Pegisha gatherings, the Rebbe made it clear that the young men and women should meet specifically with the help of shadchanim. An upcoming event at the upcoming Pegisha Shabbaton will provide both modern tools and personal mentors who understand the nuances of building a Jewish life together.

This winter, Jewish children from across Ukraine gathered on beautiful campgrounds near Zhitomir, for the much-anticipated Yeka Winter Camp. Designed to inspire a deeper connection to their Yiddishkeit, they experienced an unforgettable 10-day program filled with learning, fun, and connection.

Cheder Chabad Baltimore’s “Parent Night Out” was an event to remember, drawing parents, and staff together for an evening of inspiration and celebration. The event highlighted Cheder’s vital role in the community and launched its annual campaign on the theme of “Spark, Shine, Lead.”

From the Anash.org Inbox: Many “empty nesters” think they are done with Chinuch and have fulfilled all of their responsibilities once their children have completed their education. But the Rebbe highlights that the job of parents, grandparents or great-grandparents is never over when it comes to Chinuch.

During Chanukah, Rabbi Mendel Scharf of Yeshivas Tomchei Temimim and Rabbi Levi Yitzchak Volovik of the Bukharian Jewish Community organized the Queens Menorah Parade, bringing light and joy to the streets of Queens.

In a remarkable display of how the Rebbe’s Mivtza Tefillin has expanded beyond the Lubavitch domain, Democrat assemblyman Aron Wieder, a Belzer Chossid sworn into office last week, helped Republican Assemblyman Scott Bendett put on Tefillin, and together they recited the Shema.

As young Jewish professionals venture out on their own, facing critical decisions that can shape their entire future, Shluchim and Shluchos are there to provide vital support and guidance. A new three-part course from Merkos 302’s Met@Chabad aims to support Shluchos in their critical role. 

Crown Heights, renowned for its decades-long tradition of welcoming guests, is set to host a record 4,500 Jewish teens for the 17th annual CTeen Shabbaton. Embracing innovation with the Shechuna app,  the community ushers in a new phase of warm yet efficient hosting, befitting its unparalleled Hachnosas Orchim legacy.

During Chanukah, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Ofen, shliach to the Israeli security forces, visited IDF outposts to light Menorahs with Jewish soldiers, serving traditional sufganiyot and uniting them through spirited dancing.

In Argentina, young Jewish scholars are proving that Hebrew School education can be both thrilling and deeply meaningful. Through JewQ the international competition that has drawn hundreds of Jewish children, young learners are rekindling their connection to heritage with unprecedented passion.

One of the highlights of this Chabad Young Professionals Shabbaton is a series of talks by Disney’s Senior Vice President, Jim Kapenstein, who will share how he navigated high-stakes corporate environments while staying committed to Shabbos and his Jewish identity.

Bringing fresh energy to Uptown Houston, home to Texas’s largest shopping mall and premier shopping district, Rabbi Yosef and Chanale Cohen, together with their daughter Mushka, have joined Chabad of Uptown where they join Rabbi Chaim and Chanie Lazaroff to support and inspire the local Jewish community.

War Summary, Day 464: Reports of an imminent deal, but large gaps remain, huge terror attack prevented, Iran dipping into reserve oil to strengthen its proxies, and Lebanon and UNIFIL clearly not keeping their side of the agreement.

500 vehicles with electric menorahs paraded around Paris, known as “The City of Lights,” spreading the light and joy of Chanukah and encouraging onlookers to light their own menorah.

Hundreds celebrated Chabad of Forest Hills North’s “Chanukah on the Park” at Yellowstone Park with a menorah sculptured from ice, a fascinating fire show, music played on Scottish Bag Pipes, and Chanukah chocolate gelt thrown down from a Fire Department truck.

Mrs. Bashya Schylander from Miami, Florida, passed away Thursday morning, the 9th of Teves, with Shiva being held in Miami Beach, Florida, this week.

MEGA PHOTO GALLERY: A joint project between New York Shluchim, coordinated by Rabbi Yoel Vogel, made it possible for Crown Heights families to rent their own Menorahs and join any of the six  Menorah parades being arranged to spread Pirsumei Nisa through New York.

For over two decades, Seudas Yehudis has been a pillar of support for new mothers and their families in Crown Heights. Recognizing the difficulties new mothers and single parents encounter, we aim to alleviate their struggles by offering nourishing meals, Shabbos meals, Yom Tov Packages, and community events.

A Mitzvah Tank parked overnight in SoHo, lower Manhattan, run by Rabbi Yehuda Pevzner from Mitzvah Tank NYC, was vandalized for the third time on the same street, with damaging graffiti and damage to the tank’s exterior. 

With the message of spreading light during Chanukah, the boys’ division of the Nigri Shluchim Online School of the Shluchim Office held a very special Mivtzoim campaign, giving Young Shluchim the inspiration to give out Menorahs all over the world.

In an emotional and uplifting ceremony, a Chabad House was opened in Zelenograd known as “Russia’s Silicon Valley.” The new Chabad House is led by Rabbi Menachem Mendel Kleinberg and was inaugurated by Chief Rabbi of Russia, Rabbi Berel Lazar.

North Carolina’s shluchim participate in the groundbreaking for the future Bais Mendel Chabad Jewish Center in Cary, NC, under the leadership of Rabbi Yisroel and Chana Cotlar.

At the end of an inspiring eight-day journey filled with friendship, chayus, chassidishkeit, and plenty of fun at the Tzeirei Hashluchos West Coast Winter Camp, the spirited young Shluchos parted ways and headed home inspired towards their shlichus at home.