In a fresh development, Beit Din Rabbanei Chabad of Eretz Hakodesh, the central Rabbinic organization established by the Rebbe to lead all Chabad matters in the Eretz Yisroel, has announced its expansion with the addition of six esteemed rabbonim from across the land.
Breslov Leader Praises the Rebbe, Shluchim’s Work
Harav Yaakov Meir Shechter, leader of Breslev chassidim and Rosh Yeshiva of the Yeshivas Hamekubalim “Shaar Hashamayim” in Yerushalayim, met with the Chief Rabbi of Russia Berel Lazar, and shared his admiration for the Rebbe and his shluchim.
What the Rebbe Said About the Significance of 30 Years
With Gimmel Tammuz Shloshim Shana approaching, bringing a mix of emotions, this year undoubtedly holds a different weight. A collection titled “Hilulo D’vayehi B’shloshim Shana” collects Sichos and Michtovim highlighting the Rebbe’s emphasis on thirty-year
Large Crowds at Lag Baomer Events Across Moscow
On a central street in the Marina Roscha neighborhood of Moscow, hundreds of children, accompanied by a convoy of antique cars, marched with large signs of Jewish messages in Russian, creating a huge Kiddush Hashem.
Hoboken Professionals Design, Build Their Own $2 Million Center
A new Chabad House for young professionals in Hoboken and Jersey City, under Rabbi Shmully and Esta Levitin, was planned, fundraised, executed, and built by the very people who attend the shul.
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Live: Siyum on Rambam’s Sefer Zmanim
Live at 3:00 PM ET: An international Siyum celebrating the completion of the Rambam’s Sefer Zmanim will feature Rabbi Yaakov Reitzes of Yesod Hamaala in Eretz Yisroel, who will share greetings from the North of Eretz Yisroel.
Final Results of Vaad Hakohol Elections
After the community showed up throughout the day to vote, the election committee counted the votes. Here are the new members of the Crown Heights Vaad Hakohol.
War Day 240: Heavy Fire in the N., Stabbing and Shooting Prevented
War Summary, Day Two Hundred and Forty: Hostage deal on shaky grounds, most Israelis support the deal if Hamas is removed, heavy fire in the north, attack drone crashed onto the coast of Nahariya, stabbing and shooting attacks prevented, and two-thirds of Palestinians think the October 7th attack was correct and brought good results.
Rabbonim, Mashpiim Make Their Vote
Into the night, prominent community rabbonim and mashpiim visited the ballot center at Lubavitcher Yeshiva to cast their vote for the incoming Vaad Hakohol.
Crown Heights Comes Out to Vote for Vaad Hakohol
Members of the Crown Heights community came out in large numbers to cast their vote for who should fill the seats of the new Vaad Hakohol after 14 years.
Montreal Hosts Another Spectacular Parade
Montreal, known for its unwavering tradition of holding a parade every year regardless of the day of the week or weather conditions, celebrated another beautiful event coordinated by Chabad activist Rabbi Dovid Cohen. Mega Gallery.
Campus Shluchos Find Light in the Darkness
Shluchos at the Chabad on Campus Kinus in Eretz Yisroel visited the site of the massacre where they heard from Yuri Levin, about his miraculous escape, from Oren Laufer, who hid hundreds on that day, and from shluchim in Sderot.
‘Yesodos’ Seminar for New Shluchos Back by Popular Demand
A two-day program for new shluchos called “Yesodos L’hatzlachas Hashlichus” will empower women to ensure programs are in sync with the Rebbe’s standards, remain inspired and connected, and maintain a balance between family life and shlichus.
Drenching Rain Could Not Dampen Spirits at Chicago Parade
Drenched to the core, but full of joy, adults and children in Chicago celebrated Lag Baomer as the rain poured down on them. The marchers marched, the floats floated, and it was a memory they will never forget. Mega Gallery.
Group Photo: New Jersey Kinus Hashluchim
Shluchim from across the state of New Jersey gathered at Chabad of Northwest New Jersey for a regional Kinus Hashluchim.
Perfect Weather at Sydney’s Grand Lag BaOmer Parade
Without a cloud in sight and with music in the air, the Sydney community gathered at the iconic Bondi Beach for a Lag Baomer parade led by a marching band and hundreds of banners depicting various mitzvos.
A Karkafta at the American Aid Pier in Gaza
The last thing IDF soldier Shimon Amar expected to find in Gaza was an American karkafta. But when his battalion was stationed near the American aid pier, he made a startling discovery…
Baba Sali’s Miraculous Beard and His Strong Defence of It
Until the age of forty, Baba Sali‘s beard would not grow due to a hereditary illness. After a sleepless night of intense davening, his beard miraculously began to grow, and he expressed strong disapproval for those who cut or trimmed their beards.
Slate Meets With the Crown Heights Beis Din
The slate of five running for Vaad Hakohol had an important meeting with the Rabbonim of the Beis Din of Crown Heights, receiving guidance and discussing some of the vital issues pertaining to the Vaad Hakohol/CHJCC.
War Day 239: Biden Outlines Ludicrous Proposal, Bibi to Speak in Congress
War Summary, Day Two Hundred and Thirty Nine: On Friday, US President Joe Biden gave a speech, in which he outlined a three phase ceasefire and hostage release proposal which gives room for Hamas to kill multiple hostages, Hezbollah downs 10 million dollar piece of Israeli equipment, and Netanyahu invited to speak at both Houses of Congress.
Gorgeous Banquet Celebrates Girls’ Appreciation for Eidelkeit
A gorgeous mothers-and-daughters banquet at Bnos Menachem’s High School celebrated girls’ achievement in a new program called “V’haya Machanecha Kadosh” (VMK), empowering them with the beauty of eidelkeit and tznius.
What Practical Steps Will be Taken to Improve the Community?
In this video, members of the Slate for Vaad Hakohol share their united vision and outline the steps they will take to raise up Crown Heights bgashmiyus and bruchniyus.
‘One More Day of Tefillin…’
Reb Zalman Dovid Amliner was an incredible oved and would practice intense iskafya. When his end was near he regretted it, since one day of tefillin was worth even more. But Chassidim had something to say about that.
YU Hockey Player Inspired to Do Mivtzoim in the Locker Room
A short film by OneMitzvah tells the story of Sol Feder, a freshman YU hockey player, who took the courage to ask a player on the opposing team to put tefillin after spotting the name “Cohen” on his jersey.
A Vaad That Will Care for Our Seniors
Amongst the many segments of our community in Crown Heights that has experienced tremendous growth, B”H, is the 60 and above demographic. The Slate for Vaad Hakohol prepares to pursue areas of funding for them.