After five weeks of Torah readings about the construction of the Tabernacle, we finally reach the culminating event – the actual assembly of the many components into a fully erect structure.
Although most of the work involved with building the Tabernacle was done by many different people, when it came to actually putting it all together, it had to be done by Moshe Rabbeinu himself. Despite not being a builder by trade, Moshe was the only one who had the necessary spiritual insight to properly assemble the home for Hashem on Earth. As such, once the work of creating the various components was completed, the Jews brought everything to Hashem.
And because he was only one person, the actual assembly was nothing short of miraculous. Moshe stood by, and with the slightest touch of his hand, even the heaviest of panels and fixtures miraculously slid into place, together forming the complete structure.
The important message for us today is that while we all do our part to serve Hashem, each of us in our own unique way, we must also make a point to connect to the generation’s spiritual leader, the “Moshe Rabbeinu,” with whose help we can experience true miracles. Yes, everyone’s participation is vital, but without the collective reach of Moshe, everything remains independent pieces with no connection to the others. Once Moshe is involved, he not only brings everyone together as a united entity, he channels great miracles for us all to experience.
May we merit to experience the ultimate miracle, the coming of Moshiach and the building of the third and permanent Temple!
Good Shabbos!
Rabbi Chaim & Chanie
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS
- Wednesday, March 20, 7:30 pm - Pre-Purim Hamantash Bake - Hamantashen Noshin' - Put on your aprons and learn how to make Hamantashen! Have fun choosing from a variety of delicious fillings and bring home your very own stash that will be sure to get you into the Purim spirit RSVP required via text to Chanie or reply to this email
- Sunday, March 24, 4 pm - Purim in the Jungle & Drum Circle - Join us for an unforgettable Jungle themed Purim party for the whole family and community, bringing friendship and fun together! www.chabaduptown.org/jungle
- Tuesday, April 2, 12-1:30 pm - Pesach 15 Steps to Freedom - Lunch & Learn - At the monthly Lunch & Learn the community has an opportunity to enjoy an upscale lunch with like minded friends for a spirited class and discussion! RSVP
UPCOMING YJP HOUSTON EVENTS:
- Saturday, March 23, 9:30 pm - YJP, YAD & Jewston Murder Mystery Purim for Young Professionals - An interactive comedy murder mystery dinner professionally produced by the The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show. Just beware! The killer is hiding somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect! www.yjphouston.org/mysterypurim
- March 29-31: CYP Shabbaton Encounter Texas - YJP Houston will host an exciting weekend of soulful connections and enriching encounters, fostering personal and spiritual growth. Registration includes the full programming, including all meals, classes, group discussions, social mixes, axe throwing, entertainment and volunteering opportunities, from Friday afternoon - Sunday afternoon More & RSVP www.chabadyoung.com/tx
Shabbos Chazak, Parshas Pekudei
Friday, March 15, 5 Adar II
7:13 pm Shabbos Candle Lighting
7:15 pm Mincha
7:30 pm Kabbolas Shabbos
8:30 pm RSVP for Shabbat Dinner www.chabaduptown.org/shabbatdinner
Shabbos, March 16, 6 Adar II
9:00 am Chassidus
10:00 am Shacharis Services
Followed by Shabbos Lunch Kiddush & Farbrengen
7:10 pm Mincha
Seder Niggunim
8:06 pm Maariv, Havdalla and Shabbos ends
Living Torah
Sunday, March 17, 7 Adar II
8:00 am Shacharis
Monday-Friday, March 18-22, 8-12 Adar II
6:45 am Shacharis
COMPLETE PURIM SCHEDULE WITH CHABAD OF UPTOWN
Wednesday, March 20, 7:30 pm Pre-Purim Hamantash Bake - Hamantashen Noshin'
FAST OF ESTHER, THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 11 ADAR II
6:09 am Fast Begins
6:45 am Shacharis Services
7:00 pm Fast of Esther Mincha
7:58 pm Fast Ends & Maariv
PURIM EVE, SATURDAY, MARCH 23, 13 ADAR II
8:11 pm Maariv, Havdalla & Shabbos Ends
9:00 pm Megillah Reading
Followed by YJP, YAD & Jewston
PURIM MURDER MYSTERY DINNER - RSVP REQUIRED
11:30 pm Late Night Megillah Reading
PURIM DAY, SUNDAY, MARCH 24, 14 ADAR II
8:00 am Shacharis | 8:40 am Megillah Reading at Chabad of Uptown
11:00 am Seniors Party & Megillah Reading at Anthology of Tanglewood - 504 Bering Dr.
1:00 pm Seniors Party & Megillah Reading at Brookdale Galleria - 2929 Post Oak
4:00 pm Megillah Reading
Followed by party for whole community
PURIM IN THE JUNGLE - RSVP REQUIRED
Good Shabbos!