2+ week, 11+ hour ago (124+ words) Join today at 3:15PM EST to watch a live broadcast of the Kinus Tzeirei Hashluchim banquet. Watch as thousands of Young Shluchim joining both the in person and virtual tracks celebrate together at the ... Live: Young Shluchim Kinus Banquet Join Live at 3:15PM EST to watch a live broadcast of the Kinus Tzeirei Hashluchim banquet. Live Join today at 3:15PM EST to watch a live broadcast of the Kinus Tzeirei Hashluchim banquet. Watch as thousands of Young Shluchim joining both the in person and virtual tracks celebrate together at the grand finale, the culmination of an incredible Kinus program full of fun, inspiration and connection. Tune in at YoungShluchim.org/Finale. Kinus Tzeirei Hashluchim is a project of the Shluchim Office....

2+ week, 4+ day ago (333+ words) COLlive Magazine - Kinus Hashluchim edition: Campus pioneer Rabbi Yechezkel Sofer, frum illusionist Ilan Smith, Suzanne Dykler's story, and a pull-out map of the restaurants of Crown Heights. Full Story A special edition of the monthly COLlive Magazine was released as thousands of Shluchim stream into Crown Heights for the 5786 International Kinus Hashluchim. This issue's cover story spotlights Rabbi Yechezkel Sofer, a pioneering campus Shliach whose life's journey stretched from underground Tanya classes in Yerushalayim to transforming university students across Israel and the world. The message he shares feels especially urgent as Shluchim confront a generation searching for meaning beneath the noise. Ilan Smith, the frum illusionist from New Haven, is reshaping what Jewish entertainment can look like, carrying his black hat and tzitzis onto stages from Las Vegas to Johannesburg. His story blends wonder, discipline, and the courage to stand…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago (40+ words) Watch Live at 8:00 AM ET: Watch live as thousands of Shluchim from around the world gather at 770 Eastern Parkway for a massive group photo. Live Never Miss a Headline! - I would like to receive the collive newsletter...

3+ week, 3+ day ago (300+ words) As Jewish families worldwide seek deeper connection and belonging, an entire day of CKids sessions at the Kinus HaShluchim will create a space for Shluchim to share insights and on-the-ground experience, transforming an unprecedented surge in youth engagement into lasting Jewish growth. Full Story A historic surge in Jewish youth engagement is sweeping through Chabad Houses around the world, and Shluchim are working to meet the demand. Hebrew Schools are bursting with record enrollment, after-school clubs are thriving, and Chabad Houses are expanding with unprecedented engagement. What began as a wave of post-October 7 solidarity is becoming a full-fledged movement: families seeking connection, belonging, and meaning through their children's experiential Jewish education. "Our challenge now is to help Shluchim turn short-term curiosity into lasting connection," explains Rabbi Zalmy Loewenthal, director of CKids International at Merkos 302. "The Rebbe taught us that the…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago (386+ words) Watch: A new music video dramatizing the story of the Rebbe Rashab told by the Rebbe exactly 50 years ago today, Chof Cheshvan 5736 (1975), has been produced by Tzivos Hashem and Merkos Chinuch. Full Story, Video Exactly fifty years ago, on Chof Cheshvan 5736 (1975), the Lubavitcher Rebbe delivered a sicha that forever transformed the way we understand chinuch'Jewish education. In that sicha, the Rebbe told the story of the Rebbe Rashab as a young child who came crying to his grandfather, the Tzemach Tzedek, asking: "Why did Hashem appear to Avraham'and not to me?" The Rebbe explained that this story marks the beginning of a new era in chinuch: a generation of children who don't serve Hashem merely for rewards or praise, but because they deeply yearn for Elokus'to truly feel and see Hashem's presence in their lives. Today, fifty years later, Merkos…...

4+ week, 14+ hour ago (495+ words) Watch: In a personal and inspiring new interview, superstar Avraham Fried shares his story and how the Rebbe encouraged and inspired him at the beginning of his decades-long career. Full Story, Video For Yidden around the world, his voice is synonymous with Jewish music. Now, in a deeply personal and inspiring new interview on Derher's "Among Chassidim" podcast, superstar Avraham Fried shares his story and how the Rebbe encouraged and inspired him at the beginning of his decades-long career. For an audience that has grown up with his music, the interview is a must-listen, revealing how every note he sings is connected to a shlichus directly encouraged and empowered by the Rebbe. A Shlichus from the Start From the very beginning, his music was never just a career; it was, and is, "totally a shlichus." He shares moving, personal accounts…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago (252+ words) The newest episode of Torah Unboxed from JNet explores Sefer Tehillim. It looks at the life of King David, the enduring relevance of the Seder, and the many Tehillim editions available today, helping viewers choose one that speaks to them. Video Rabbi Mendy Kotlarsky, Executive Director of Merkos 302, says the project reflects JNet's mission to make Torah study accessible to every Jew. "Jews around the world are searching for their Jewish connection. Many are aware of their Jewish identity but don't know where to start." Throughout Jewish history, Tehillim has been the faithful companion of the Jewish people in times of joy and sorrow. In moments of crisis and gratitude alike, generations have turned to these sacred Pesukim for Tefillah, comfort, and strength. JNet pairs volunteers who have benefited from a Jewish education with individuals seeking to explore their heritage…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago (110+ words) The Levaya of Mrs. Shaina Tema Gurary obm, wife of philanthropist Rabbi Nosson Gurary OBM and editor of the publication Di Yiddishe Heim, passed by 770 Eastern Parkway on Thursday on the way to burial. Photos Levaya Held for Mrs. Tema Gurary She is survived by her children, Rabbi Eliyahu Yochanan Gurary " Holon, Israel, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Gurary " Crown Heights, Rabbi Mordechai Shmuel Gurary " Crown Heights and Mrs. Sarah Labkowski " Crown Heights; grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, many of whom serve as Shluchim, educators, rabbis and mashpiim throughout the world. She is also survived by her sister, Mrs. Rivka Chitrik (who was not notified). Never Miss a Headline!...

1+ week, 5+ day ago (459+ words) Last week, nearly 2,000 Jewish college students from across the globe, along with over 300 Shluchim and Shluchos, gathered in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, for Pegisha 2025, Chabad on Campus International's annual Shabbaton. This year's theme, Geshmak to Be a Yid!, animated the event from start to finish and delivered a potent message for students to take back to their campuses. Friday afternoon, students gathered for simultaneous Pegisha Kickoff programs at both Oholei Torah and Razag. At Oholei Torah, singer and performer Joey Newcomb led the energy with his signature humor, soulful music, and heartfelt connection to the crowd. Over at Razag, singer and songwriter Yossi Rodal brought his own dynamic style, bringing the Geshmak to Be a Yid theme to life. As candlelighting approached, women joined together to usher in Shabbos. The beautiful candle lighting programs were dedicated in memory of Mrs. Charlotte…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago (324+ words) Thousands of Shluchim from around the world arrived in Crown Heights this week, filling the neighborhood with excitement as the 2025 Kinus Hashluchim began with its much-anticipated opening session on Wednesday evening. Kinus Kicks Off Wednesday With Welcome Session Thousands of Shluchim from around the world gathered in Crown Heights on Wednesday evening for the opening session of the Annual Kinus Hashluchim. The day began with registration as shluchim from more than 110 countries streamed into the Jewish Children's Museum, greeting old colleagues and connecting with new ones. "Coming to the Kinus reminds me that I'm part of a bigger team," says Rabbi Avraham Super, Shliach in S. Lucia Island. "It's not just us alone on a distant island; it's a family of Shluchim, standing together at the forefront of Jewish continuity." As evening fell, the crowd moved to the beautifully set dinner,…...