be like Moses

The end of this week’s Torah portion describes Moses’ most admired quality: “He was exceedingly humble, more so than any person on the face of the earth.”

Humility does not mean allowing yourself to be trampled or stepped on; humility does not mean ignoring your capabilities and pretending you don’t have them; and humility is certainly not an excuse to escape responsibility.

A humble person is firm in his or her convictions, and promotes them in the most sensitive manner possible. Humble people recognize their G‑d-given capabilities and employ them to benefit others, sharing everything they possess with the world around them. The most effective leaders are, by far, always the most humble. They are not in it for themselves but for the greater good.

Be like Moses and recognize that the world is G‑d’s beautiful tapestry, waiting for us to play our part in revealing its beauty and sharing it with the world. Do a mitzvah, smile, and believe in yourself and also the world around you. That is how we will make a real difference even in the darkest times—may they become bright and shine once again with the coming of Moshiach!

Shabbat shalom,

Rabbi Chaim & Chanie

Mazel tov Ariel Jacobson on his Bar Mitzvah and we look forward to celebrating this Shabbos with the entire family!

UPCOMING EVENTS

• Met at Chabad Virtual Speeddating (06.23.22) - Values based and commitment focused speeddating using advanced AI. www.metatachabad.com/speedating
• Friday, July 1, 7:30 pm - All American BBQ - First Fridays - All American Themed BBQ Shabbat Dinner at YJPHouston - where spirits run high!
• Game Night Shabbat (08.05.22) - Game themed Shabbat dinner and interactive games throughout the night.
• Thursday, August 11 - Tu B'Av The White Party - Join us for the annual party of the year in summer white cocktail attire for an evening of entertainment and fun on this special holiday of Tu B'Av! Check out these 2019 preCovid photos!
• Blood Drive (08.14.22) - Donate blood and save a life with YJP Houston
• August 18-21  - YJP Encounter with Panama City!  An adventurous weekend of nature, soulfulness, and connection with fellow young Jewish professionals. LIMITED SPACE. Reply to this email for more info!

Shabbos Parshas Beha'alosecha
Friday, June 17, Sivan 18
Mincha & Kabbalat Shabbat Services 7:30 pm
Candle Lighting 8:06 pm
RSVP for Shabbat Dinner www.chabaduptown.org/shabbatdinner

Shabbos, June 18, Sivan 19
Chassidus at 9 am
Morning Service 10:00 am
Followed by lunch Kiddush in honor of the Bar Mitzvah of Ariel Jacobson!
Mincha Service 8:05 pm
Ethics of our Fathers Ch. 2
Maariv Havdalla and Shabbos Ends 9:06 pm
Living Torah

Sunday, June 19, Sivan 20 - Shacharis at 8:00 am
Mon.-Fri.., June 20-24, Sivan 21-25 - Shacharis at 6:45 am

Good Shabbos!