One of life’s perpetual struggles is where to draw the line between faith in G-d and the need for human intervention – when to step back and let G-d work His magic and when to step forward and take responsibility for the changes needed in our lives, via calculated action. Even after consulting Judaism and its vast theological text, the line tends to remain obscured.
Lipi and Devorah Layah (nee Blau) Kosofsky (Crown Heights)
Due to the overwhelming response and demand from the community, Reb Yoel Kahn agreed to present a weekly webcast on topics that are timely and relevant. This week’s topic is titled ‘In This World‘.
Yesterday, Wednesday, at about 6:00pm, two Jewish girls in their early teens were walking on Eastern Parkway toward Nostrand Ave. when they were approached by two African-American men in their late 20s to early 30s.
The Friendship Circle of Brooklyn held its annual mothers’ end-of-year event this week. Fun pottery painting led by Shaina Wolff of Parttery, along with a lavish salad bar, provided the mothers with a relaxing and enjoyable time.
On Sunday, June 1st, Chabad @ the Beaches in Jacksonville, Florida celebrated 11 years with a beautiful Gala Dinner. The event was held at the prestigious One Ocean resort in Atlantic Beach.
The New York Daily News published a report this morning, accusing some residents of the condos at 580 Crown St. of dragging their feet on the installation of window safety guards in the aftermath of the horrific accident that resulted in the death of 2-year-old Levi Nemon three weeks ago.
Despite rainy weather this morning in Upstate New York, construction began on a brand-new state-of-the-art swimming pool that will enhance the experience of those attending Camp Shaloh – the summer home of Yeshivas Hadar Hatorah.
Nationally syndicated radio talk-show host Dennis Prager interviewed Rabbi Joseph Telushkin on his newly-released bestselling book Rebbe: The Life and Teachings of Menachem M. Schneerson, the Most Influential Rabbi in Modern History.
Jonathan and Susan Goldsmith, and their children Paul, Sam, and Stephen, were honored on May 27 in Longmeadow, MA at Lubavitcher Yeshiva Academy’s Scholarship Reception, titled Generations of Goodness.
At YNS (AKA ‘Rabbi O’s Yeshiva) in New Jersey, a compelling, sensitive and worthwhile addition to their History and English curriculums, taught by Mrs. Ruth Newman this year, included a curriculum on the Holocaust.
On Sunday, 17 Sivan, Yeshivas Tomchei Temimim – Chovevei Torah will celebrate the Siyum Hashas of a 19-year-old student of the Yeshiva together with the Crown Heights community.
Aaron Chaim Zlatopolsky (Chicago, IL) and Becca (Devorah) Balarsky (Austin, TX)
L’chaim will be Thursday at 274 Kingston Ave.
[between Eastern Pkwy. and Lincoln Pl.]
Rabbi Yitzchok Minkowicz, director of Chabad Lubavitch of Southwest Florida, delivers his insights on this week’s Parsha – Shelach. This week Rabbi Minkowicz answers the question: What is a quick and easy way to transform oneself?
This morning, Cheder Chabad of Baltimore began its day with the goal of raising $10,000 through an online crowdfunding event. All the donations were to be matched by three generous donors, quadrupling the online contributions. The catch: they would only have 24 hours to raise the $10,000 online, or they would receive nothing.
This Friday, the 15th of Sivan (June 13), there will be a rally at the Ohel for all children ages 5 to 12 featuring challah baking, games, a grand raffle and an amazing program. Buses will leave 770 at 1:00pm and return at 3:30pm. Transportation will cost $3.
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