This Wednesday and Thursday, NCFJE will hold Kaporos for families in the the Bais Rivkah Crown Street parking lot. The Kaporos is subsidized by three gracious sponsors.
Marking 60 Years Since Rebbetzin Chana’s Passing
Today, Vov Tishrei, Chassidim around the world mark the 60th yahrtzeit-hilula of the Rebbe’s mother, Rebbetzin Chana. Vaad Or Vechom Hahiskashrus is pleased to present a newly updated resource site, packed with interesting material to read, watch, and learn in connection with the Rebbe’s mother.
Rebbe’s Home, Room to Open for Vov Tishrei
The Rebbe’s home on President St. and the Rebbe’s room in 770 will be opened over Vov Tishrei for mairiv, shachris and mincha.
Lubavitcher Honored as One of Israel’s Post-October 7 ‘Heroes’
On the one-year anniversary of Oct. 7, Channel 13 singled out Colel Chabad’s director of operations, R’ Mendy Blau, in recognition of his dedication over the last year. Rabbi Blau was nominated as a “Hero” by Guy Lerer, a secular TV personality in Israel.
War Day 367: Airstrikes in Beirut, 400,000 Fleeing Lebanon
War Summary, Day 367: Hamas fired rockets towards Central Israel, Hezbollah fired around 200 rockets, Sinwar unfortunately appears to be alive, IDF says 14-17,000 terrorists dead in Gaza, two drones from Iraq intercepted, more airstrikes in Beirut, over 400,000 have reportedly fled Lebanon, and minor explosions in Tehran tonight appear unrelated to Israel.
18 Ordained for Dayanus at Distinguished Event
In a unique and beautiful event just before Rosh Hashana, Machon Lehoraa Online Smicha program, led by Rabbi Nachman Wilhelm, celebrated the Dayanus ordination of 18 talmidim, showcasing their achievement and impressive knowledge and understanding.
New Chabad House Inaugurated in Bergen Beach, Brooklyn
In an impactful ceremony, a new Chabad House was inaugurated in Bergen Beach, Brooklyn, by shluchim, Rabbi Menachem Mendel and Sterna Weisberg, with the help of Rabbi Avraham Holzberg, shliach in nearby Georgetown.
Trump Visits the Rebbe’s Ohel Under Tight Security
Former President Donald Trump arrived at the Ohel after 2 pm. For security reasons, his vehicle entered through a tent where he was hidden from view, through which he walked into the Ohel.
Live: Rally for Eretz Yisroel and Yidden around the World
The NCFJE and Tzivos Hashem are making an urgent 20-minute rally today from 2:50 pm to 3:10 pm followed by Mincha. The short program of Torah Tefillah and Tzedoka will unleash the special power that children in Tzivos Hashem have.
The Rebbe’s Unusual Question to an Organization in Eretz Yisroel
When Max Schreiber, the treasurer of “Merkaz L’Taharas Hamishpacha” wrote to the Rebbe in 5725, he received a reply he didn’t expect: “Where’s your deficit? How’s it possible that you’re not in the red?” Now, decades later, it’s a lesson they continue to take to heart.
Gemara Academy’s Secret to a Lifetime of Confident Learning
Trusted by Yeshivas and rebbis, Gemara Academy is now available in your home! Offering a unique, student-centered approach, this self-guided educational model ensures that every student, regardless of their learning style or level, can engage with and succeed in their Gemara studies.
Missile Shrapnel Hits Home in Kfar Chabad
This morning, shrapnel from an interceptor missile fell on a house Kfar Chabad, causing serious damage and lightly injuring two women. Nearby offices of the Reshet suffered minor damage, but the nearby yeshiva was untouched.
Uplifting Rosh Hashanah 5785 in Moscow
Hundreds welcomed the new year at the Marina Roscha Shul and Community Center in Moscow with uplifting tefilos led by Russia’s Chief Rabbi and Shliach, Rabbi Berel Lazar, and world-renowned Chazzan Rabbi Dovid Caytak.
‘Chabad’ Doesn’t Vote for Anyone
From the Anash.org Inbox: I’m writing to you as a younger Shliach in a small town, or rather, a big town or small city in middle America. In the current political divide, we must strive to maintain Chabad’s neutrality, ensuring our focus remains on bringing Yidden Closer to Hashem.
Trump at the Ohel Tomorrow Morning, Area Will be Closed
Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to visit the Ohel tomorrow morning 7-8 am to mark the anniversary of the October 7th atrocities. The Ohel and the surrounding area will be closed to the public during that time and the hours leading up to it.
War Day 366: Intense Battles in Lebanon, IAF Bombs Munitions
War Summary, Day 366: Intense battles in Lebanon, IAF bombs munitions in Beirut, Hamas planned major rocket attacks to mark October 7th, most were foiled, 1 killed and 10 injured in Be’er Sheva bus station terorrist attack, Hezbollah fired over 120 rockets, 7 people injured, and U.S. offered Israel “compensation packages” to avoid hitting sensitive targets in Iran.
Torah Dedicated in Memory of Young Shliach Killed in Accident
In a moving ceremony, a new Torah was introduced to the local Chabad “Simcha” community in Kyiv Ukraine, in memory of the young boy, Yoel David Lanao AH, who tragically passed away in a fatal car accident in Yerushalayim.
Why This Biker Drove a Mitzvah Tank on Rosh Hashana
When the city decided to paint a bike lane where the Mivtzah Tank was parked for Rosh Hashana, a biker was unhappy. But after a conversation with bochurim doing Mivtza Shofar, he decided to drive the tank himself.
‘Agra Deta’aneisa’: Donate Your Fast Meals to Those in Need
On a fast day, it is customary to give extra tzedaka, particularly the value of the meals you would have eaten. Donate here to Crown Heights families.
Popack Opens Apartments for Tishrei Guests
Over the past week and a half, hundreds of Bochurim from Eretz Yisroel have traveled to spend Tishrei at the Rebbe’s court. The Vaad Hatmimim with the help of Mr. Yoseph Yitzchak Popack are hosting these bochurim at locations around Crown Heights.