About Chabad of Uptown

One of nine Houston branches of Chabad Lubavitch of Texas, Chabad of Uptown is located in the heart of the trendy Uptown area, near the Galleria, River Oaks and Bellaire areas, offering Shabbat services, classes, holiday programs, a vibrant young professionals group and a mommy and me among other outreach activities.

Rabbi Chaim and Chanie along with their community have created a special inclusive environment where everyone feels comfortable and welcome. For Chabad is a home for every kind of Jew. Chabad just considers you “Jewish”. There are no labels. There are no differences.

The Rabbi: Rabbi Chaim

I was born and raised right here in Houston, Texas. My education at the Torah Day School of Houston provided the early molding of who I am today. Pioneers in the field, my parents instilled within me an appreciation and an awareness of the importance for Jewish outreach work.

I advanced my studies for many years in Oak Park, Michigan. Jewish activism has always been my passion. Throughout my yeshivah years and beyond, I had been involved in numerous administrative and field positions starting at the young age of 13 (they train us young, you know)!

After seven years of studying in rabbinical colleges, I received my Religious Studies masters followed by rabbinic ordination by a Rabbinical board which included the Chief Rabbi of Israel.

The Rebbetzin: Chanie Lazaroff

I was born in Brooklyn, New York to a loving family in the heart of the Chabad Movement near the landmark 770 Eastern Parkway. Having the opportunity to grow up in such close proximity to the Lubavitcher Rebbe, o.b.m., has made an indelible impression on me to fulfill his teachings to inspire every Jewish person on the planet to do just one more mitzvah.

I received seminary training in education with a special focus on Early Childhood Education. Throughout my schooling years I was involved in numerous administrative and teaching positions in Alaska (wow, was it cold!), California, New Jersey and Vancouver. I feel fortunate to be part of the outstanding preschool staff at Torah Day School and direct the Chabad Hebrew School.

The Clan!

Our names are Chaya Mushka, Mendel, Rivky and Levi. We love going to Chabad of Uptown!!! Our mommy and daddy take us on fun outings, and WE LOVE Funplex!

Our favorite day of the week is Shabbat, when nice guests visit our home and pinch our cheeks. We hope to meet you sometime, too!