“They shall make for Me a sanctuary, and I will dwell among them.”
This is what G‑d told Moses regarding the construction of the Mishkan, the traveling sanctuary the Jews built after leaving Egypt. G‑d was telling them that by creating this structure, they would bring G‑dliness into every aspect of their lives, beyond the actual building.
This continues to be the purpose of a synagogue today. The size of the building doesn’t matter, but its existence has a tremendous impact on the entire community, even those who don’t regularly attend.
Our own homes as well, are a "Mikdash Me'at", a little house of holiness. By creating a Jewish atmosphere, each of us can transform our homes into a mini-Temple: a place where we serve Hashem, and where the divine presence can reside.
The first steps to doing so, is to engage those beginning the objective of setting up a Jewish home and learn what Jewish dating is all about according to the Torah ideas. This week we completed the CYP Academy Jewish Dating Course by JLI. Participants are now much more informed on what G-d has to say building a sanctuary of engaging love, relationships, marriage, and building an everlasting life together.
We would like to thank all our partners and monthly Chai donors who help keep the Shul, our collective sanctuary, and programming for current and future mini-sanctuaries funded and working year round!
By allowing G‑dliness into our lives, we are assured that G‑d Himself will dwell among us, in all aspects of our lives.
Shabbat Shalom,
Rabbi Chaim & Chanie
In the recent news:
- JHV, Feb 23, 2023: Houston rebbetzins part of largest gathering of Jewish women leaders - I spent the last weekend in New York, together with 4,000 Chabad rebbetzins. I am guessing that it was the largest gathering, though I do not know if it’s a fact. More...
- JHV, Feb 16, 2023: Chabad of Uptown hosts Tu B’Shevat floral workshop - Chabad of Uptown hosted a Tu B’Shevat floral workshop on Monday, Feb. 6, for members of the Jewish community. Each participant took home their own crafted bouquet and enjoyed special holiday fruits. More... | Photo Gallery
- JHV, Feb. 2, 2023: YJP Houston hosts Holocaust survivor - YJP Houston hosted an evening with Holocaust survivor Bob Ullman on Jan. 25. Ullman shared the story of his family’s narrow escape from Belgium in 1940, and what being a Jew means to him today. Hosted by YJP Houston, the event of more than 80 people of all ages consisted mainly of young professionals. More... | Photo Gallery
- JHV, Jan. 26, 2023: Young adult Jews represent Houston at Int’l Leadership Convention - A group of 23 young Jewish professionals represented Houston in Brooklyn, N.Y., where they participated in a leadership convention Jan. 13-16. The convention attracted upwards of 500 other young adults from 100 communities. More... | Photo Gallery
Upcoming Events:
- Friday, March 3, 6:30 pm - Noir et Blanc March First Fridays Shabbat Dinner 6:30 pm. Join Young Jewish Professionals, ages 21-39, over Shabbat Dinner. Get in on the theme and dress in black and white! (optional) www.yjphouston.org/noiretblanc
- Monday, March 6, 7 pm - YJP Houston Purim Out of this World - Jewish Professionals in their 20s and 30s for a Megillah Reading at 7 pm followed by Out of this World themed party www.yjphouston.org/world
- Tuesday, March 7, 5 pm - Community Mad Science Purim Join us for an unforgettable Purim party for the whole family and community, bringing friendship, science and fun together! 5:00 pm Megillah Reading * 5:30 pm Purim Feast & Carnival. 6:00 pm *Up, Up & Away" by Mad Science of Houston www.chabaduptown.org/lab
- Wednesday, March 15, 7:30 pm - YJP Houston Oil & Gas Summit and Networking - Bringing together an impressive and powerful group of individuals and Oil & Gas industry Executives. www.yjphouston.org/oilandgas
- May 3-7 Antigua Guatemala Trip - An adventurous weekend of nature, soulfulness, and connection with fellow young Jewish professionals. www.yjphouston.org/guatemala
Shabbos Parshas Terumah
Friday, February 24, 3 Adar
Candle Lighting at 5:59 pm
Services at 6:00 pm
RSVP for Shabbat Dinner www.chabaduptown.org/shabbatdinner
Shabbos, February 25, 4 Adar
Chassidus at 9 am
Services at 10 am
Followed by Shabbos Lunch Kiddush sponsored in part by Izzy Berkowitz in honor of the health of Perl bas Feigel Leah
Mincha at 6:00 pm
Torah Study
Maariv, Havdalla and Shabbos ends at 6:54 pm
Living Torah
Sunday, February 26, 5 Adar
Shacharis at 8:00 am
Mon.-Fri., Feb. 27-March 3, 6-10 Adar
Shacharis at 6:45 am
Good Shabbos!