Chanie & Chanale are in NY for the annual conference of Chabad Rebbetzins as yesterday was 22 Shevat. It is the yartzeit when we honor the life and legacy of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka Schneerson, a woman of remarkable humility, wisdom, and dedication.
- That means Rabbi Chaim is cooking. You coming?
- You can watch the closing Banquet of the annual international conference on Sunday live at www.chabaduptown.org/kinus
The Rebbetzin was born into the illustrious Schneersohn family in 1901, she grew up surrounded by holiness and the selfless leadership of her father, the sixth Chabad Rebbe. From her youth, the Rebbetzin demonstrated profound courage and faith, standing by her father during times of great peril and contributing to his work with quiet strength. Later, as the wife of the Rebbe, she embodied the ideal of the Psalmist: “The entire honor of a king’s daughter is within.”
The Rebbetzin’s greatness was expressed in her private acts of kindness, her unwavering support for the Rebbe’s mission, and her deep care for all who sought her guidance. She declined public recognition, yet her wisdom and sincerity left a lasting impression on all who knew her.
Although she had no children of her own, the Rebbetzin saw the global Chabad family as her children, and her legacy lives on through the thousands of women and girls who proudly bear her name.
As we mark her yahrzeit on the 22nd of Shevat, let us draw inspiration from the Rebbtzin's life, striving to embody her values of humility, faith, and devotion in our own lives.
Shabbat shalom,
Rabbi Chaim & Chanie
True strength lies not in just surviving challenges, but in thriving despite them. Join us for a transformative community Shabbaton on March 21-22, featuring Rabbi Yisrael and Vivi Deren. Their inspiring talks will equip you with practical tools for resilience, including "My Jewish Toolbox" on Friday night and "The Strength of the Smile" on Shabbos day. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our generous sponsors, Daniel Casslasy, in memory of Yona David ben Yaffa, a"h, and the Benjaminov family, in memory of Menachem Tzvi ben Yaffa, a"h, whose support made this unforgettable weekend possible.
COHEN CORNER
“Don’t let your habits become handcuffs.”
This week’s Torah portion includes laws about property damage caused by an ox. If an ox gored and caused damage, the owner would pay 50% for the first two incidents, then the full cost after the third, as they were responsible for guarding the animal. If the ox changed owners and environments, the count reset.
The animalistic soul within us can change by shifting our environment. Rather than relying on willpower alone, surrounding ourselves with positive influences helps break old patterns and form new, healthier habits.
Have a wonderful Shabbos!
Rabbi Yosef and Chanale Cohen
UPCOMING EVENTS:
- Wednesday, Feb. 26, 8 pm - Virtual Speed Dating - Values Based Matches metatchabad.com/speeddating
- Thursday, March 13, 8 pm - YJP Purim Night in the Shuk - YJP 20s and 30s Celebrate Purim in Style with Open Bar, Music, Juice Bar, Spice Making and more www.yjphouston.org/shuk
- Friday, March 14, 5 pm - Community Purim at the Stadium - Sports themed Purim featuring a human foodball and sports challenge, join us for a Purim Feast and Megillah Reading! www.chabaduptown.org/stadium
- Shabbos, March 21-22 - Community Shabbaton "From Surviving to Thriving" with scholars in Residence, Rabbi Yisrael & Vivi Deren of Stamford, CT. www.chabaduptown.org/shabbaton
- Wed-Sun., May 7-11 - CYP Encounter Guatemala - Join us for an adventurous weekend of nature, soulfulness, and connection with fellow young Jewish professionals. www.chabadyoung.com/gua
THIS WEEK'S CLASSES:
- Shabbos, Feb. 22, 9:30 am - Chassidus - Torah Or with Rabbi Chaim Lazaroff
- Monday, Feb. 24, 8 pm - Hebrew Language: The Tanya with Rabbi Menny Raichik
- Tuesday, Feb 25, 7:30 pm - JLI Decoding the Talmud with Rabbi Moishe Traxler - REGISTER
- Wednesday, Feb. 26, 10:30 am - Mommy & Me with Chanale Cohen - REGISTER
- Wednesday, Feb. 26, 7:30 pm - CYP Academy Jewish Course of Why - YJP Dinner, Class & Social with Rabbi Chaim Lazaroff - REGISTER
- Thursday, Feb 27, 8 pm - The Heart of Prayer with Rabbi Chaim Lazaroff
SHABBOS MEVARCHIM ADAR PARSHAS MISHPATIM
Fri., Feb. 21, 23 Shevat
5:58 pm Light Shabbat Candles
6:00 Mincha & Kabbalat Shabbat
7:00 pm RSVP for Shabbat Dinner www.chabaduptown.org/shabbatdinner
Shabbos, Feb. 22, 24 Shevat
8:00 am Shabbos Mevarchim Tehillim
9:30 am Chassidus
10:00 am Morning Services
Shabbat Mevarchim Lunch Kiddush & Farbrengen
5:55 pm Mincha
Torah Study
6:52 pm Maariv, Havdalla and Shabbat Ends
Living Torah Video Magazine
Sunday, Feb. 23, 25 Shevat
Shacharis at 8 am
Monday, Feb. 24, 26 Shevat
Shacharis at 6:45 am
Followed by breakfast sponsored by Fred Zeidman marking the yartzeit of his father, Moshe Ber ben Shlomo, a"h
Rosh Chodesh Adar, Feb. 28, 30 Shevat
Shacharis at 6:45 am
Followed by monthly breakfast