A Transformation In My Shlichus I Didn’t Expect
Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov reflects on an experience from his Shlichus that impacted a family and had a lasting impact on the broader community.
Guided by Hashgacha Pratis: How Two U.S. Military Veterans Laid Tefillin for the First Time and Celebrated Their Bar Mitzvahs
Rabbi Chesky Tenenbaum, Shliach and Chaplain in Baltimore, Maryland and director of the Jewish Uniformed Service Association of Maryland-Chabad (JUSA), shares the remarkable hashgacha pratis that led to two U.S. military veterans to lay Teffilin for the first time and celebrate their Bar Mitzvahs.
CTeen Announces Move to Nassau Coliseum for Historic February 22 Mega Event
The global Jewish teen movement has officially announced that its signature Sunday Mega Event will take place on February 22 at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, marking the first time a Chabad organization will host a program in a major stadium.
Planting Seeds, Growing Leaders: Chabad’s Global Teen Network Continues to Thrive
For thousands of Jewish teens, CTeen isn’t just an after-school program. It’s the first place they feel truly seen.
At the Ohel, Young Professionals Cap Weekend of Inspiration with Commitment to Bring It Home
Largest international gathering of young Jewish professionals concludes at the Rebbe’s resting place.
42nd Annual Hiloula of the Baba Sali to be Held in Crown Heights
Merkaz Sefarad Chabad, under the leadership of Rabbi Lazer Avtzon, is once again partnering with Reb Hirschel Lipsker and his wife Annette (a granddaughter of the Baba Sali), and their children and grandchildren, to bring you this uplifting event.
1200 Stand Strong at CYP Encounter Havdala
As Shabbos came to a close at the largest international gathering of young Jewish professionals, more than a thousand young Jewish professionals packed the Oholei Torah ballroom for an emotional evening of solidarity and Jewish pride.
Freed Hostage Opens Empowering Shabbos at Encounter
From a powerful talk by freed hostage Eliya Cohen to a moving Shabbos candle-lighting and meals hosted by Crown Heights families, Friday flowed seamlessly into a deeply uplifting Shabbos at CYP’s Encounter Shabbaton.
From Speed Dating to “Shtetl” Tour, Friday at CYP Encounter Offered Depth and Connection
Five hundred young Jews filled Oholei Torah hall on Eastern Parkway to make history at the Met@Chabad matchmaking marathon, a structured, values-based experience designed for real connection rather than swiping.
Seeing Beyond the Complaint
In a private audience I said that recently one of the board members had been leveling painful personal attacks against me. “Sometimes people are upset because of a personal matter,” the Rebbe said, “and they take it out on the rabbi. If you would inquire, you would learn that he probably had a loss on Wall Street.”
Chabad History With Rabbi Dalfin – Mazkeret Batya #2: Original Shul, R’ Shmuel Molivover
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.
Rabbi Mordechai Gurary, center left, at a farbrengen with the Rebbe.
Weekly Story: The Rebbe’s Shabbos Farbrengens Part 3
As noted last week I am writing a third installment about the Rebbe’s Shabbos farbrengens, and perhaps some other time we will continue this series. I thank those who brought to my attention a few corrections and points.
JLI: True Stories That Prove the Power of Prayer
Prayer isn’t just ritual—it’s our most powerful tool. This session reveals how heartfelt prayer connects us to G-d, to ourselves, and to our people, showing that when a Jew prays with meaning, anything is possible.
Young Professionals Ascend To The Heights for CYP Encounter
The first of 1,000 Jewish young professionals began arriving in Crown Heights on Thursday evening for CYP Encounter Shabbaton, the largest international gathering of young Jewish professionals.
A Tribute to My Dad, the Ultimate Optimist
There are people who leave behind memories, and there are people who leave behind life. My father, Reb Leima ben Naftali Hertz Minkowicz, was one of those rare individuals whose presence infused others with hope, strength, and optimism.
Young Professionals from Europe Mark the start of CYP Encounter Weekend
A delegation of young Jewish professionals from Europe explored New York on Thursday morning, marking the start of the CYP Encounter Weekend, the largest global gathering of its kind. By Shabbat, they’ll be joined by more than 1,000 peers from over 100 cities around the world.
14th Annual “Hour with the Rebbe” Program Expected To Break Record This Year
The program will take place on Wednesday night from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM, offering an unparalleled opportunity to mark the day. An astounding 56 Yeshivos are expected to participate.
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