Kinus Hashluchos 5785: Shluchos Draw Strength at the Rebbe and Rebbetzin’s Resting Place

Thousands of Shluchos participating in the International Kinus Hashluchos boarded buses to visit the Rebbe and Rebbetzin’s Ohel on the 37th yahrzeit of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka—a deeply personal yet global moment of prayer and reflection. This annual highlight carried extra poignancy in the wake of the tragic news from the holy land.

As leaders of their communities, the Shluchos came—many with their babies in their arms—to pray on behalf of their families and the millions they guide. They brought personal letters and requests for blessings from their communities worldwide, seeking strength in these challenging times.

“The Rebbe and Rebbetzin took on the responsibility to uplift every individual and charged us with doing the same,” said Rabbi Mendy Kotlarsky, director of the conference. “Today, as the world seems darker than ever, we are here to recommit to that mission.”

Before entering the Ohel, the Shluchos gathered for a Hachana program, a moment of preparation and focus. Tehillim and Mishnayos were recited by Mrs. Kiki Newman of Efrat, Israel, bringing a sense of unity with those in the Holy Land. Mrs. Ester Marasow of Paris spoke about the Rebbe’s sicha from the Kinus of 5751 (1991), emphasizing the personal and collective mission of the Shluchos. Mrs. Mushka Zaklos of New York reflected on the life and influence of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka, reinforcing the meaning of the day and the Shluchos’ role in carrying forward her legacy.

A Pan Haklali, signed by every attendee, was read aloud by senior Shlucha Mrs. Fradel Sudak of London, England, with heartfelt prayers for the safety of every Jew, especially those in Eretz Yisroel, for the swift return of the hostages, and for the immediate arrival of Moshiach.

“Today’s visit to the Ohel was so inspiring and empowering for me,” said Roji Shemtov, Shlucha to Punta del Este, Uruguay. “Standing together with Shluchos from around the world as one representative read the Pan Haklali, expressing our deepest wishes and desires—it was pin-drop quiet, and there was a shared feeling of readiness for Moshiach.”

photos by Itzik Roitman – Kinus.com