Rabbi Yona Pruss, a respected member of the Chabad community in London, England passed away on Thursday, 20 Iyar, 5783. Update: The Levaya will be held at 770 on Monday, 9:30 am.
Wedding: Gurary – Tenenbaum
Photos: Oded Kaizerman/Anash.org
The wedding of Mendel Gurary of Montreal, Canada and Zissel Tenenbaum of Morristown, NJ took place Tuesday night at Razag Ballroom.
Almaty Parade Ends with Prayer at Ohel of the Rebbe’s Father
A full day of programs marked Lag B’omer in Almaty, Kazakhstan, including a parade that continued until the Ohel of Harav Levi Yitzchok Schneerson, and a community bonfire.
Hatzalah Thanks Anash, Shluchim for Successful Campaign
Blowing past its initial fundraising goal and completing its bonus round, Hatzalah of Crown Heights has one thing to say to the community: Thank you!
L’Chaim: Lazaroff – Barber
Photos: David Katash/Anash.org
The L’Chaim of Sholom Lazaroff of Houston, TX, and Raizel Barber of Crown Heights took place Wednesday night at Ulam Chana.
Our Communities
Tomorrow, Our Community Will Find Healing
Bikur Cholim of Crown Heights (BCCH) stands as a beacon of support, ensuring no family faces these challenges alone. Presently, BCCH is actively assisting 75 families.
Miracle in Meron: A Firsthand Account
File Photo: Meron Celebrations. Inset: Rabbi Tzvi Greenwald while serving in the army
Miracles at the kever of Rashbi are not a new thing. But this incredible firsthand story from our generation witnessed by Rabbi Tzvi Greenwald is a show of the incredible power of Lag Baomer.
First-of-its-Kind Workshop for Those Seeking Shlichus
The New Shluchim Desk at Merkos 302 has partnered with Rabbi Aaron Herman to conduct a brand new workshop aimed at newly married couples seeking to embark on shlichus.
MyShliach Chidon Retreat Rewards European Young Shluchim
The vibrant streets of Barcelona were filled with laughter and excitement as 75 young Shluchim and Shluchos arrived from 20+ countries for the MyShliach Chidon Retreat.
‘Bodies and Souls’ Shavuos Edition Now in Stores
The Bodies and Souls Shavuos/summer edition is now available, with thought provoking and reflective articles, and gorgeous genuine artwork.
He Rescued His Boys Before It Was Too Late
Overtaken with financial difficulty, R. Nochum Yitzchok Pinson overlooked his children’s chinuch and they slowly became influenced by modernity. When it hit him, he enrolled his sons – ages 10 and 12 – at a branch of Tomchei Temimim 500 km away from home, where they became outstanding chassidim.
Erev Shabbos Behar-Bechukosai Around Crown Heights
Photos: Yossi Fajnland/Anash.org
The streets and shops of Crown Heights were full on Friday as residents and guests prepared for Shabbos Parshas Behar-Bechukosai. Plus: Shalom Zachar list.
Thousands of Kids March in Yerushalayim Parade
Photos: Dovber Hechtman/Anash.org
Thousands of cheder children marched through the streets of Yerushalayim carrying signs proudly displaying their pride in their Yiddishkeit and love of Torah and mitzvos.
Snacking on Pumpkin Seeds
Ask the Rov: What bracha do I make on watermelon or pumpkin seeds? Rabbi Chaim Hillel Raskin replies.
Grand Lag B’omer Parade Held at Baltimore’s 770
The Jewish community of Baltimore gathered on Lag B’omer for a lively parade and rally, featuring a marching band, floats, clowns, pesukim and more.
New Principal Leading the Lubavitch Girls High School
As part of its long-term roadmap toward the future of Lubavitch education, Chicago’s Lubavitch Girls High School recently appointed Mrs. Sarah Wineberg to serve as principal along with the existing team of directors,
From North To South, 4,500 Celebrate Lag B’omer in Toronto
Two Lag B’omer community celebrations were held in Toronto, with over 3,000 attending the event in the north and 1,500 in the south. Participants of both events enjoyed inflatables, rides, a carnival, BBQ, bonfire and more.
Alaska Kinus Focuses on Rebbe’s Approach to the “Remote Jew”
Hailing from 22 states across the western US and in the spirit of Shnas Hakhel, 70 Shluchim gathered to collaborate and further their unique shlichus predicated on the Rebbe’s view that no Jew is too “remote.”
Rabbi Akiva [Wagner] and Rashbi
Everyone is unique. Rabbi Akiva Wagner was uniquely one-of-a-kind. Memories and thoughts by his nephew and student, Rabbi Shmuel Wagner.
L’Chaim: Shemtov – Raichik
Photos: David Katash/Anash.org
The L’Chaim of Shammai Shemtov of Toledo, Ohio and Tzeite Raichik of Los Angeles, CA took place Monday night at Lubavitch Yeshiva.
Merkos Shlichus Opens Registration for Summer 5783
Merkos Shlichus, the beloved initiative that sends Bochurim to connect with Jews in remote locations around the world, has just opened registration for Shluchim and Bochurim for Summer 5783 – 2023.
Give Me a Smile!
In his diary, Kfar Chabad Mayor, Reb Shlomo Madanchick, records how the Rebbe lovingly berated him – after his wife left the yechidus room – for his lack of simcha, and made a personal request.
Creator of Jewish Games Aims to Make the Most of Screentime
Ari Schachter views creating educational Jewish games for children as his shlichus. He has published seven games that cover a variety of topics and skills and has several more in the works. The games are designed to work on a smartphone or tablet to make the games as accessible as possible.
Many Thousands Visit the Ohel Over Lag B’omer
Thousands of Yidden from all walks of life utilized the auspicious day of Lag B’omer to visit the Rebbe’s Ohel and daven for all they need, especially for children.