A Farbrengen on the occasion of the 12th and 13th of Tammuz, celebrating the Liberation of Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneerson, was held at Chabad of Flanders and led by Rabbi Mendy Azimov, the Rebbe’s Shaliach in Neuilly-sur-Seine.
Ahead of their first meeting on Monday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presented US President Donald Trump with a unique and symbolic gift: a dollar from the Renbbe and a mezuzah shaped like an American B-2 bomber.
Colel Chabad presents Nafshi Live, a new series highlighting the niggunim sung at the annual Nafshi events. The second release, Tzamah Lecha Nafshi, is performed by Alex Clare and Eli Marcus.
In this powerful opening episode, two respected community leaders share urgent firsthand messages about the dangers of carelessness and the impact of split-second decisions.
The video highlights the powerful connection between modern technological breakthroughs and the coming of Moshiach—showing how today’s tools can be harnessed to spread Hashem’s vision and prepare the world for Geulah.
Watch the Levaya of Rabbi Avrohom Korf OBM, Head Shliach of the Rebbe to Florida, as it heads to the final resting place in New York City.
Immediately prior to boarding an airplane for a flight to New York, the Florida Highway Patrol gave a salute to Rabbi Avrohom Korf OBM. The Levaya will continue in New York, passing by 770 Eastern Parkway at approximately 3:00pm.
When Rabbi Yosef Konikov faced zoning violations for hosting Chabad activities in his Orlando home, he took his case to federal court and won. His victory under RLUIPA set a national precedent protecting religious gathering and religious land use at times even within a residential area. In a recent Merkos 302 workshop, he shared his story and practical guidance to help fellow Shluchim navigate similar challenges with clarity and confidence.
With great sadness we report the passing of Rabbi Avrohom Korf OBM, the Head Shliach of Florida and the founder of a large Lubavitch network. He passed away on Monday, the 12th of Tammuz, 5785.
Scary is the best word to describe the events leading up to a crash in Crown Heights Monday evening after an elderly man suffered a medical episode and careened into a pole in Crown Heights.
When you think of yarmulka-wearing police officers of the NYPD, there aren’t that many that come to mind. One of the most famous though, without a doubt, is Lieutenant Ira Jablonsky
Michael and Esther Bogart shared their inspiring life stories. Michael, a former Navy musician and substance abuse counselor, recounted his journey from addiction to spiritual awakening, including his conversion to Judaism and his work with the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s teachings.
This past Friday, R’ Avi Piamenta passed away. A virtuoso flutist and singer, he formed the renowned Piamenta Band with his brother Yosi, blending rock, jazz, and Jewish music into a transformative sound that uplifted generations.
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.
Shluchim worldwide have long delivered Shabbos care packages to doorsteps and hospital rooms, kindling hope where it’s needed most. Inspired by an elderly recipient’s grateful words, the Shabbat Hug from Merkos 302’s Chabad on Call has distilled that love and intention into a beautifully designed care box, bringing the warmth of Shabbos to patients, seniors, and anyone greeting the holy day alone.
55 years ago, Ches Tamuz, nine bochurim traveled to a wedding. On the way back, a tractor-trailer collided with their car and hit the Gas Tank. The entire car was engulfed in flames, with all nine boys thinking it was their last minutes on earth.
With summer vacation underway, Yaldei Hashluchim from across the globe tuned in this week for the launch of Merkos 302’s MyShliach’s Virtual Camp, an immersive online experience designed to give children of Shluchim the joy, Chassidishkeit, and connection of an in-person camp, no matter where they live.
