In an unforgettable experience, Pre1Alef students of Cheder Ohr Menachem donned their Shabbos attire and gathered in ‘Gan Eden Ho’Elyon’, just outside the Rebbe’s holy room, for the first tefilah from their new siddur.
Summer Kriah Challenge Opens to Grades 1-6
In order to encourage the upkeep of Kriah throughout the summer months, a special program was launched for children entering grades 1-6 with weekly prizes.
When Reb Moshe Wolfson Made the Rebbe Laugh
During a rally in 770 that Rabbi JJ Hecht was MC’ing, he read a note that he received out loud on the microphone, to the Rebbe‘s great amusement. Apparently, that gematria was first conceived by Reb Moshe Wolfson.
Live: Pre-Gimmel Tammuz Unity Event in South Florida
Live at 7:30 PM: Join Anash and mekuravim from across South Florida for a program weaving together personal stories with the Rebbe, words of inspiration, and uplifting Niggunim.
Help Glorify the Rebbe’s Name in Boro Park
Bais Menachem is more than just a shul, it’s a center of Lubavitch in Boro Park. Being small and dilapidated, they wanted to renovate, but the mashpia Reb Leibel Altein wouldn’t hear of it.
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Yiddish Magazine Supplement on Chabad Makes Waves
The popular Yiddish Magazine ‘Moment’ published a full supplement on the history, ideas, and traditions of Lubavitch, and an in-depth conversation with Nyack Mashpia Rabbi Yosef Klyne.
At Last, Jewish Soldier Laid to Rest with Dignity
After 80 years of being buried with Nazis, soldier Nathan Baskind was identified using DNA technology and reburied in the Colleville-sur-Mer Cemetery, according to Jewish and, l’havdil, American military traditions.
Remembering the Rebbe’s General
Today, 18 Sivan, marks the 9th yahrtzeit of Reb Binyomin Klein AH, the devoted and confidential secretary of the Rebbe, who the Rebbe called “mein genneral.”
Yudkin Family Furious That They Can’t Inscribe HYD
The family of Yisrael Yudkin HYD, a Lubavitcher soldier killed in Gaza, is furious that the government refuses to allow the words “Hashem Yikom Damo” to be placed on his tombstone. They have so far left it blank and threaten to rebury him elsewhere.
Tomorrow: One Hour of Hisorerus
As we approach just two weeks to Gimmel Tammuz – 30 years and Chassidim around the world are seeking meaningful ways to prepare for Gimmel Tammuz, Vaad Or Vechom Hahsikashrus invites the public to join a special virtual Kinus for ‘One Hour of Hisorerus.’
Summer Zman in Full Swing at 770 Yeshiva
The largest learning project for yeshiva students worldwide, “Yissachar and Zevulun,” continues at full force with bochurim being tested on 4,633 blatt Gemara, 1,080 maamarim of Samech Vav, 12,118 simanim in Shulchan Aruch, and 3,450 sichos.
Pre-Camp Program Offers Three Days of Fun
The end of the year can be busy, so this pre-camp season, The Shluchim Office invites all children to join a three-day program full of fun, learning and entertainment, free of charge.
War Day 262: Terrorists in ‘Humanitarian Areas,’ Top Hamas Official Eliminated
War Summary, Day Two Hundred and Sixty Two: Netanyahu emphasizes that he will only accept a deal that returns all hostages and leaves Hamas without power, IDF dealing with terrorists in humanitarian areas, top Hamas official possibly eliminated, troops continue to advance in Rafah, three seriously injured from Hezbollah fire in the north, and Jewish man killed in Qalqilya terror attack.
New Book Shares the Rebbe’s Counseling For Life
Letters for Life distills 12 foundational and highly applicable ideas for emotional wellness from the Rebbe’s letters and yechidus – to help readers easily access them today.
CKids Shabbaton Continues to Inspire Months Later
Despite the CKids Shabbaton taking place months ago, heartwarming stories of families strengthening their Jewish identity as a result of that Shabbos keep pouring in.
“The Rebbe Foresaw Everything”
As we prepare for the holy day of Gimmel Tammuz, the 30th Yom Hilulah of the Rebbe, we know as chassidim that “the Rebbe foresaw everything,” and we want to understand how the Rebbe prepared us for the 30th Yom Hilulah.
Picture of the Day
Rabbi Yisrael Rubin, head shliach of Northeastern NY, delivered a fascinating shiur to the Mesivta bochurim while participating in the Regional Kinus Hashluchim that’s taking place at Yeshiva Campus of Suffield CT.
Unique Yeshivas Kayitz Opening to Outside Bochurim
A unique Yeshivas Kayitz for Mesivta bochurim which combines solid yeshiva learning with the opportunity to be counselors in the afternoon is now accepting a limited number of outside bochurim.
‘Seder Nigunim Ubiurim’ Packs Stamford Hill Hall
For more than two hours hundreds of Chassidishe Yungerleit in Stamford Hill, London, joined a “Seder Nigunim Ubiurim” – Nigunei Chabad and their explanations – led by Rabbi Mendel Itzinger and choir.
The Shluchim Office Thanks Friends and Supporters
The Shluchim Office campaign committee expresses gratitude to friends and supporters for the outpouring generosity and support during the annual fundraising campaign.
Listen: Beis Rivkah Graduation Speech, 1959
One of the first teachers at Beis Rivkah, Rebbetzin Ettel Tzerna Hodakov, taught at all levels and was involved in the institution’s development and expansion. She recorded her Yiddish address from the 1959 graduation, which is provided here with captions.
Children’s Home Graduates Celebrate Simchos Together
Having arrived at Moscow’s Children’s Home as small children, they grew and blossomed under its loving care and they now go to build their own Jewish families with the support of its staff.