Weekly Dvar Torah: Sweat Now, Sweetness Later
In this week’s Dvar Torah, Rabbi Katzman changes your view on the simple approach to this week’s Parsha, creating the context that allows you to understand it with a positive, forward thinking mindset.
Thousands of Jewish Children Celebrate Lag BaOmer Across Ukraine
Children — including many families displaced from other parts of the country — participated in gatherings, educational performances, recitation of the Twelve Torah Verses, and activities emphasizing Jewish unity, kindness, and commitment to Jewish values.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, alongside senior ministers, governors, and party leadership from across Germany visited the Chabad-Lubavitch Jewish Campus in Berlin on May 4, 2026.
German Chancellor Visits Jewish School, Affirms Stance Against Antisemitism
Hundreds of children from the kindergartens, preschools and elementary schools of Berlin’s Chabad-Lubavitch Jewish Campus gathered together on Monday to welcome German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, alongside senior ministers, governors and party leadership from across Germany.
Lev Leviev Visits Lubavitcher Yeshiva, Tours Expanding Campus
During the visit, Mr. Leviev walked through the Yeshiva’s expanding campus, visiting classrooms. As he passed through the halls, the sound of Torah filled the beautiful newly renovated building.
Machon ‘Taharas Habayis’ calls on Mashpiim and Leaders: New Training Cohort
At a time when so many chassanim rely on guidance during one of the most critical transitions of their lives, Machon Taharas Habayis is calling on Mashpiim, Rabbonim, and devoted Mechanchim who are already guiding Talmidim and alumni, this is a natural next step.
6,000 Experience the 12 Pesukim at Chabad of Marine Park’s Lag Ba’omer Family Fair
Thrilling rides and moonbounces, the smell of BBQ and fresh popcorn, the energy of 6,000 people enjoying balloon sculpting, clowns, and pony rides, the milestone of 1,100 אות בספר תורה sign-ups, and the warmth of a Lag Ba’omer bonfire, all came together at the Marine Park Lag Ba’omer Family Fair.
35 Years Since the Rebbe’s Landmark Distribution, Dvar Malchus is Accessible to All
35 years after the Dvar Malchus was distributed, learn the sicha connected to this week’s Parsha, now available in English for free through the Moshiach Office at Merkos 302 and Sichos in English.
Grand Lag B’Omer Parade Highlights 50 Years of 12 Pesukim at Cheder Chabad of Baltimore
Lag B’Omer at Cheder Chabad of Baltimore was nothing short of extraordinary, as hundreds gathered for a powerful rally and vibrant parade centered around the Rebbe’s twelve pesukim, marking fifty years since their introduction.
New Preschool Curriculum Brings Matan Torah to Life
The Merkos Chinuch Office has released a new easy-to-use preschool curriculum on the Posuk of Torah, designed to bring Matan Torah to life as a meaningful support for the Shavuos unit.
Cincinnati Marches Towards the Geula
Celebrating 50 years of the 12 Pesukim, and the establishment of Tomchei Temimim in Cincinnati, the Talmidei Hashluchim of Yeshivas Lubavitch Cincinnati, under the leadership of Rabbi Gershon Avtzon, worked hard to arrange the “Great Unity Parade” – in Cincinnati, Ohio.
History in Brazil As Five Young Couples from Russia Celebrate a Shared Jewish Wedding Ceremony
An unforgettable and deeply emotional event took place in Brazil this Lag BaOmer, as five Jewish couples from Russia and other FSU countries were married under the chuppah during a special celebration attended by 900 Jewish students and young adults […]
Camp Emunah Announces “A Taste of Camp” Special Overnight Experience for Second Graders
For many children, the dream of going to sleepaway camp begins long before they’re truly ready to pack their bags. At the same time, parents often wonder: Is my child ready for the full camp experience? This summer, Camp Emunah is introducing a thoughtful solution: A special Mini overnight camp designed exclusively for second graders.
Here’s My Story: My Business Coach
Mr. Laibel Lipszyc worked as a jeweler in New York from 1959 until 2002. Today he is retired and lives in Deerfield Beach, Florida, where he was interviewed in December 2025.
The 12 Pesukim Across Chabad Schools
In a historic Lag B’Omer project, twelve Chabad schools centered around Crown Heights created the twelve Pesukim in video, which was presented at the annual Lag B’Omer Parade and Rally for all to see.
A Final Act of Honour: Kalgoorlie Community Unites for Jewish Doctor’s Burial
Determined to complete this final obligation, a decision was made: they would return. This past Sunday, May 3rd, that commitment was fulfilled.
A Story of L’Chaim
when Chabad rabbis turn up at bourbon tastings and craft breweries and wine tours, they are not importing something foreign into Jewish life. If anything, they are extending an older instinct outward, and meeting people where they already are.
Community Event to Highlight Our Role in Mivtzah Chinuch
On כ”ו אייר / May 13, MEF and the Chinuch Office will co-host an online evening dedicated to exploring what Mivtzah Chinuch means today and how it speaks to each of us, regardless of age, role, or background.
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