This week's Torah portion opens with G‑d appearing to Abraham three days after his circumcision.
At age 99, Abraham willingly accepted the fact that despite decades of worshiping G‑d and encouraging others to, he was still imperfect. When G‑d told him he had more to do, he didn't question and was prepared to move up a rung, despite already being the most devout person on the planet.
Abraham taught us that we must always look for ways to improve, even late in life and even after tremendous accomplishments. He also taught us that recognizing our imperfection should never prevent us from striving for greatness. Even when we are still working on improving ourselves, we can help others and work to make a difference in the world.
Shabbat shalom,
Rabbi Chaim & Chanie
Mazel tov Debra & Joel Ruby on the birth of a grandson in Chicago!
Around Chabad News:
- BREAKING! Monday and Tuesday will be the Chabad of Uptown and YJP Houston annual day of end-of-year giving! Keep it tuned to your inbox and social media to see how you can make a difference in the community by doing your part! Want to make a team? Let Chanie know!
- My G-d new JLI course is already a few weeks in, but it's not too late to join!
- CYP Academy is off to a great start! Join on the next three Wednesday nights to learn about Happiness! www.yjphouston.org/academy2
- Amazing News!!! As we have hit a Hakhel sized group you can now use coupon code "YJPHouston" for the half price $200 rate, a $200 savings! Can not be used in conjunction with the $50 "refer a friend" promotion. www.cypshabbat.nyc
- Congratulations 🎉 to this week's 18 new graduates of #MentalHealthFirstAid, with YJP & community members, young leaders and mental health professionals, hosted by YAD Houston of the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston and in partnership with the Jewish Family Service of Houston co-sponsored by Chabad of Uptown, YJP Houston & Amudim!
Upcoming Events:
- 4 Wednesdays, Nov. 9-Dec. 7, 8 pm - YJP Houston Launching CYP Academy: Stop Chasing Happiness - An intellectually exciting journey into your own mind and psyche. Relevant and fascinating topics, paired with delectable dinner. - Click here to register.
- Fri. Dec. 2, 6 pm - Chinese Shabbat Dec. First Fridays www.yjphouston.org/chinese
- Sun. Dec. 18, 4:30 pm - Chanukah in the Snow - Community Hakhel Post Oak Menorah Lighting www.chabaduptown.org/snow
- Tues. Dec. 20, 7:30 pm - Chanukah Fire & Snow - Young Jewish Professionals 20s & 30s party in style around the fire in snow (yes, SNOW) with gelt s'mores, hot cocoa, drinks and music. Dinner Buffet, Sufganiyot & Latkes www.yjphouston.org/snow
Shabbos Parshas Vayeira
Friday, November 11, 17 Cheshvan
Mincha and Candle Lighting at 5:10 pm
Services at 6:00 pm
RSVP for Shabbat Dinner www.chabaduptown.org/shabbatdinner
Shabbos November 12, 18 Cheshvan
Chassidus at 9 am
Services at 10 am
Followed by Shabbos lunch Kiddush
Mincha at 5:10 pm
Torah Study
Maariv, Havdalla and Shabbos ends at 6:05 pm
Living Torah
Sunday November 13, 19 Cheshvan
Shacharis at 8:00 am
Monday-Friday, Nov. 14-18, 20-24 Cheshvan
Shacharis at 6:45 am
Good Shabbos!
