Mechanchim Gather in Montreal for Inspiring Farbrengen

Close to 50 Mechanchim gathered in Montreal for a Farbrengen aimed at strengthening their role as mechanchim, with a particular emphasis on nurturing and guiding their Talmidim in and outside the classroom.

Close to 50 Mechanchim gathered in Montreal for a Farbrengen aimed at strengthening their role as mechanchim. Drawing inspiration from the yom tov of Succos and the lessons of the Ushpizin, the event focused on how to become better Mechanchim for our children, with a particular emphasis on nurturing and guiding their Talmidim in and outside the classroom.

The evening was filled with heartfelt divrei hisorerus and chizuk, sparking meaningful conversations in dedicating oneself to Chinuch.

The Farbrengen was beautifully arranged by Rabbis CB Teitelbaum and Yisroel Menkes and hosted by Congregation Tziri HaDas. The local yungerleit and shluchim of Vaad Tomchei Mechanchim of Montreal generously sponsored the event.

Several prominent Mechanchim shared powerful messages, each touching on different aspects of Chinuch and its connection to Succos.

Rabbi M. Dahan from Bais Chaya Mushka Seminary highlighted the importance of a Mechanech maintaining care and concern for their Talmidim beyond the walls of the classroom.

Rabbi Sholom Ber Cohen, Mashpia of the Zal, spoke about the Avodah of a Melamed as a living example—a dugma chaya—for their students, embodying the values they teach.

Rabbi Levi Berger, Vice Principal of YTTL, delved into the significance of the Ushpizin as explained through Chassidus, providing profound insights into how these holy guests inspire the work of a Mechanech.

Rabbi Hirshel Raskin, Menahel of Mesivta Ateres Menachem, took the opportunity to expound on the connection between the day’s Ushpizin, Aharon HaKohen, and the Tzemach Tzedek, drawing practical lessons for today’s mechamchim.

Rabbi Shmuli Zirkind from Mesivta Kerem Menachem inspired the crowd with his discussion on the everlasting impact Melamdim can have on their Talmidim, shaping their lives long after they’ve left the classroom.

Throughout the Farbrengen, many others shared stories and ideas, sharing together the themes of both Succos and Chinuch in a way that left all teachers with renewed dedication to their holy work.