Weekly Letter: Why Do We Have Challenges?
In this weeks letter the Rebbe explains why we get challenges, from the simple answer, to the deeper explanation.
Amid Unrest, New Emissaries Join Chabad of Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a battle zone now, with violent clashes and political protests crippling the colony. But Rabbi Mordechai and Goldie Avtzon at Chabad of Hong Kong are maintaining steady calm and focus. Last month, they recruited Rabbi Chaim and Menuchy Birnhack to serve the younger demographic of Asia’s World City.
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Watch as Ami Magazines Shloime Zionce manages to get a New Pair of Tefillin to Zabloun Simintov, said to be the last Jew in Afghanistan. A special touch to the gift was added by Prestige Embroidery in Crown Heights, who created a special Tefillin bag just for him.
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Jewish Owned Megastore B&H Photo Slapped With State Lawsuit, CEO Responds (UPDATED)
Attorney general of New York, Letitia James announced on Twitter that she has filed a lawsuit against B&H Photo, the famed New York electronics retailer.
Rabbi Mendy Goldstein Steps Into His Fathers Shoes at Chabad of Poway
Wednesday marks 200 days since the deadly attack on the Chabad of Poway. Since the attack Rabbi Yisroel Goldstein, who was injured in the attack, has taken a step back due to PTSD. His son has now taken over the services at the Chabad.
Two Critically Wounded in Los Angeles School Shooting
At least six people were wounded in a school shooting in Los Angeles County Thursday. The incident occurred at Saugus High School in Santa Clarita, 30 miles north of the city of Los Angeles. Authorities say six – possibly seven – people were wounded in the incident, which took place around 7:40 a.m. local time, 20 minutes before classes began. Two of the victims are said to be in critical condition.
Anti-Israel Protesters Occupy IDF Event At Chabad of ASU
Arizona State University Shliach, Rabbi Shmuel Tiechtel found his scheduled IDF event “occupied” yesterday by pro Palestinian protesters. The event had been planned for room 204 Concino at the MU on campus, but when they arrived, the room was full with pro Palistinian protesters and flags.
Cease Fire Shattered As Rocket Barrage Again Rains Down On Southern Israel
The ceasefire reported to have set in Thursday morning was broken after some hours of calm in southern Israel. The red alert sirens began blaring in the Gaza Containment Zone including Kfar Maimon, Tushia, Alumim, Be’eri, and Nachal Oz.
Here’s My Story: The Man With The Fax Machine
Rabbi Eliezer Lichtstein is a veteran educator and a prominent Chabad activist in Jerusalem He was interviewed by JEM’s My Encounter Project in his home in January of 2019.
Cease-Fire Takes Effect In Israel Thursday Morning
Defense Minister Naftali Bennett held a situation assessment in Tel Aviv on Thursday attended by senior officials in the IDF and the defense establishment after a cease fire took effect. Restrictions have been lifted throughout much of Israel.
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NYPD Takes Boro Park “Egging” Suspect Into Custody
A suspect wanted in the recent string of egging attacks against Hasidic Jews in Boro Park has been arrested. Mohib Hoquq, an 18-years-old, residing at 115 Avenue C in Brooklyn was arrested and charged with multiple counts of assault and harassment.
Rocket Fire From Gaza Continues into the Night
The rocket fire from Gaza toward Israel continued well into the night on Wednesday. At 12:22am, sirens sounded at Kibbutz Nahal Oz, and then a siren sounded in the city of Ashkelon. At 12:40am, sirens were also heard in Ashdod, Gan Yavne and other localities in the Lachish area. Shortly after 2:30am, sirens were heard in the Lachish area, in Sderot and other communities near Gaza.
Tomchei Temimim to Community: Hatzlicha Na!
Tomchei Temimim would like to thank the over 1,400 donors from our community who have helped us raise over $500,000 in our Charidy campaign. May we all be Zoche to witness the Brachos from the Rebbeim fulfilled בטוב הנראה והנגלה in an immediate fashion, “for you and your family!” May we see the “הצליחה נא” in our personal lives, as well as the global “הצליחה נא” for כלל ישראל with the imminent Geulah now!
Digging the New Digs at Chabad of Indiana University
Chabad of Indiana University’s new home is only a short block away from its predecessor, but its central location acts as a magnet to the school’s 3,000 Jewish students. The new building boasts 7,000 square feet, almost double the space of its previous quarters, across tall-ceilinged, light-filled rooms. In most ways, it far surpasses Chabad’s home of 30 years.
Mishpacha Magazine Features JEM
In an exclusive article, Mishpacha magazine featured Rabbis Elkanah Shmotkin, JEM executive director, and Yechiel Cagen, My Encounter director.
BDE: Rabbi Mordechai Feder, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Rabbi Mordechai Feder OBM, a long-time resident of Crown Heights known for his open home. He passed away on Wednesday, the 15th of Cheshvan, 5780.
Amnesty International Says Israeli Missile Struck Building, Was Caught In Lie as Misfired Jihad Rocket Was The Culprit
Amnesty International blatantly lied on Tuesday when it accused Israel of violating international law for bombing the Palestinian Independent Commission for Human Rights building in Gaza.
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