Here’s My Story: More Important Than Eating
An author, speaker, and communal activist, Rabbi Shea Hecht is the chairman of NCFJE, the parent organization of Jewish Released Time. He was interviewed in the years 2015, 2020, and 2023.
Fire Breaks Out at Greenvale Shul, Torah Scroll Miraculously Rescued by Jewish Firefighter
In a moving moment that brought tears to the eyes of onlookers, a Jewish firefighter emerged from the building carrying the Torah scroll, unharmed. His successful retrieval of the scroll was met with relief, emotion, and spiritual gratitude from the community.
The Alef Podcast: Today’s Young Professionals Want to Learn About Moshiach
A powerful episode of The Alef in Conversation podcast features a passionate discussion with Rabbi Yosef “Yaya” Wilhelm, offering deep insights into teaching about Moshiach—not as an abstract concept, but as a mission that energizes every part of Jewish life.
“Our Days” A New 700 Page Sefer From The Derher On Pre-Order
Three years ago, the idea of Our Days was born. And now, we are finally ready to present it to the world.
Dedicated Released Time Instructors Walk Miles Over Shavuos
In a remarkable demonstration of dedication, over 100 Released Time instructors collectively walked more than 1000 miles on foot to bring joyful Shavuos celebrations to communities across New York.
Live Kinnus Torah 1:00PM: Merkos 302’s Kollel On Nigla and Chassidus
Merkos 302’s Kollels invite everyone to a live Kinnus Torah at 1pm ET on topics in Nigla and Chassidus
“Reichtum” From Yossi Green Featuring Yossi Zucker
Listen to this new release from Yossi Green featuring Yossi Zucker based on Torah of the Lubavitcher Rebbe.
A Heartfelt Reunion in Odesa: German Delegation Meets Jewish Orphans They Helped Save
A senior delegation from the German Embassy in Ukraine recently visited Odesa, where they were warmly welcomed by children from FJC’s “Mishpacha” Jewish orphanage.
Documentary: The Voice of Freedom, Rabbi Sholom Ber Lipksar OBM
A Short Documentary on the life of Rabbi Sholom Ber Lipksar, OBM, founder of the Aleph Institute.
HY’D: Three IDF Soldiers Killed In IED Attack In The Gaza Strip
Three Israeli soldiers were killed and two were wounded by an explosive device during operations in northern Gaza’s Jabalia yesterday evening, the military announced.
As Global Interest in Personal Growth Ascends, Torah Unboxed Helps Jews Connect to The Jewish Source
The episode surveys a range of editions of Pirkei Avos. From the Kehos edition, steeped in the Rebbe’s teachings and Chassidus, to Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz’s work highlighting historical and philosophical context.
First-Ever Spanish-Speaking Shabbaton Ignites Jewish Pride Across Latin America
Against the dynamic backdrop of Panama City, Spanish-speaking Jewish women from 15 Latin American countries gathered for the inaugural Oasis Espiritual Shabbaton, organized by the Spanish Desk at Merkos 302.
Rabbi Zalmy Kudan Partners With CKids To Launch Cutting-Edge Camp Staff Training Platform
Veteran educator partners with Merkos 302’s CKids International to launch online staff training platform to empower Gan Israel Camps to address the needs of today’s youth.
Meat and Ice Cream: ‘Kimcha DeShavuos’ at the Moscow Chesed Center
Publications inviting the public to come to the central “Marina Roscha” Shul on the first night of Shavuos were distributed in advance, along with a call to bring all children to hear the Aseres Hadibros, in all the shuls and Chabad houses scattered throughout the capital, as per the holy request of the Rebbe.
Torah in the Cold
Rabbi Cohen assumed that Rabbi Hirshprung would return to his car and head back to Crown Heights to attend the Rebbe’s farbrengen. He, on the other hand, would be stuck waiting in the cold, having missed his chance to place a note at the gravesite on this important day. But Rabbi Hirshprung didn’t leave.
Chabad History With Rabbi Dalfin – Jerusalem History: Chabad Minyan Factory Shul, Kalev and Vishnitz
Rabbi Chaim Dalfin, author and Chasidic historian shares interesting facts, many revealed for the first time. The purpose of his program is to inspire all but especially the youth. Watch another installment here on CrownHeights.info.
Zamość in 1617
Weekly Story: Rabbi Yoel Baal Shem of Zamostcz
We are continuing our historical background of the spreading of Toras Hanistar before the era of Rabbi Yisroel Baal Shem Tov. Just they taught the teachings of Kabbala, while the Baal Shem Tov added and also taught Chassidus.
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