Every year before Rosh Hashana, the Rebbe would write a letter addressed to “The Sons and Daughters of Our People Israel, Everywhere” containing an inspiring message and a call to action for the New Year. This week’s issue contains those letters, as well as letters on Jewish unity.
And the Winner of the Bayis Raffle Is…
The Bayis Raffle is excited to announce the winners of the $2,700 monthly towards rent or mortgage until Hey Teves and more prizes.
New Bi-Monthly Chabad Magazine Launched
A new Lubavitch magazine, “Bnei Heichala,” dives deep into the Chabad world with articles in Nigleh and Chassidus, historical explorations, in-depth accounts of being in the Rebbe’s presence, and inspiring content on the ways of Chassidim and their lived experiences.
History Need Not Repeat Itself: Timely Lessons on War in the North
During Simchat Torah 5744, then-UN Ambassador Benjamin Netanyahu met the Rebbe, along with fellow Israeli dignitaries. That conversation, narrated by Rabbi Elkanah Shmotkin, offers profound insights as tensions rise on Israel’s northern border once again.
The Rebbe’s Tears at All the Lost Potential
Addressing a group of bochurim and mashpiim on Erev Rosh Hashana, the Rebbe spoke, with his eyes closed, about the lost potential for ‘uforatzto’ throughout the previous year. As he ended, tears streamed down his face.
Our Communities
Grand Opening of New Mikvah at Chabad of Wellesley-Weston
75 women gathered at the Wellesley-Weston Chabad for an elegant event celebrating the grand opening of the gorgeous Gil and Lila Silverman Mikvah. A tour of the mikvah followed the ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Live: Challah Bake Event for Eretz Yisroel
Tonight, women of Crown Heights will gather for The Crown Heights Unity Challah Bake at Bais Rivkah Lefferts with inspiration by Mrs. Esther Sternberg and shlucha Mrs. Miriam Lipskier, music with renowned pianist Mrs. Mirele Rosenberger, and words by Meirav Berger, the mother of Agam, a hostage in Gaza.
Can You Do Something About It?
From the Anash.org Inbox: A mechanech wonders why we are all silent about the dangers of bullying and the horrible effect it had this week.
Mrs. Shaindel Glick, 46, AH
Mrs. Shaindel Glick, a beloved mother and educator from Los Angeles, CA, passed away suddenly on Thursday, 23 Elul, 5784.
Chabad Delegation Meets with the Satmar Rebbe in Williamsburg
Rabbi Berel Lazar, accompanied by Rabbi Zalman Leib Markowitz and Chabad activist R’ Eli Slavin, visited the Satmar Rebbe of Williamsburg, Harav Zalman Leib Teitelbaum, where they discussed the state of Russian Jewry, the activities of shluchim, and the historical ties between Chabad and Satmar.
The Rebbe’s Compassion for a Brokenhearted Widow
Rabbi Zushe Winner was a young boy, when his father suddenly passed away. He recalls how his mother would regularly come to the Rebbe who listened to her troubles and answered her questions about business, health, and everything else.
Live: 50 Years Since the Launch of Mivtza Neshek
Live at 4:00 PM ET: To mark fifty years since the launching of Mivtza Neshek, a special program will offer a peek behind the scenes of the Rebbe’s sweeping campaign that changed the world as we know it today and how you can get involved.
A Pictorial Tour of Zurich, Switzerland
Lubavitcher photographer Mordechai Lubecki spent four days touring Zurich, Switzerland, exploring the city as well as its Jewish sites, visiting its kosher stores, shuls, and Chabad centers.
New Shluchim to Nevada’s State Capital
Rabbi Levi and Chana Sputz, along with their sons Pinny and Huda, are moving to Carson City, Nevada, to establish a new Chabad House serving the Carson City area.
The Bernie Madoff Dilemma: Cashing in on Crime
In this week’s Choshen Mishpat Renaissance podcast, Rabbi Berel Polityko discusses the laws surrounding benefiting from stolen goods, including how they apply to charitable donations.
Unable to Go to Shul? Shofar Will Come to You
For the sixth year in a row, Crown Heights arranged mivtza shofar for any resident who won’t be able to attend shul on Rosh Hashana. Sign up here to volunteer or make a request.
With the North Under Fire, Rabbi and Fashion Designer Team Up
It’s an unlikely partnership: Rabbi Shalom and Devorah Hertzel, co-directors of Chabad-Lubavitch of the Golan Heights; and Alice Duke, who is a fashion designer, tunnel engineer, and director of the Gederot War Room.
War Day 355: IDF Strikes Near Beirut, Preparing for Ground Entry
War Summary, Day 355: U.S. & France trying to negotiate a 21-day ceasefire in Lebanon, Hezbollah’s first missile at Tel Aviv, IDF began striking Hezbollah intelligence bases near Beirut, Chief of Staff says IDF preparing for ground maneuver, Iraqi terror group increases drone attacks, Iran told Hezbollah it’s not a good time for them to join in, and Netanyahu en route to UNGA in New York.
Gala Appreciation Event for Yissachar-Zevulun Partners
150 students and partners of the Yissachar-Zevulun program enjoyed a beautiful Gala in appreciation for their efforts and support in the program, those learning in 770, and those supporting the students financially.
Zalmy Heidingsfeld, 33, AH
Zalmy Heidingsfeld, a 33-year-old bochur from Los Angeles, passed away after a short illness. The levaya will be held on Thursday at Chabad Mt. Olive Memorial Park in California.
Only 5 remaining: Donate $1,800 to Receive a Rebbe Dollar! Ends 12AM
The Bayis raffle is offering a rare chance to receive an Original Dollar from the Rebbe! By making a donation of $1,800, you will automatically receive a dollar bill that was given by the Rebbe.
Can We Quiz You On the Daily Rambam?
For the past three years, Rabbi Mendel Wineberg has been creating daily quizzes on Rambam for those learning perek echad l’yom. Now, those quizzes are being made available following the schedule of shlosha perokim l’yom.