How Rabbi Sacks Changed the Life of This Soviet-Bred Mother
Growing up in the Former Soviet Union, I didn’t have much knowledge about my Jewish identity and traditions. Since 1989, after my family’s immigration to
Begins December 10, 2020 after nightfall and ends after nightfall on December 18, 2020 (8th candle is on the night of December 17)
A Very Very Simple Guide for Chanukah Celebration (This Document contains G-d’s Name, therefore it may NOT be thrown out) The Historical Background of Chanukah: The Hebrew
A Hospital Miracle and the Power of a Favor
A soul may descend to this world, and live 70 or 80 years, just in order to do a Jew a material favor, and certainly
The Lost Wallet and My Return to the Jewish People
Years ago, a few friends and I headed to New York City for a day of bonding and recreation. We drove to the station, parked,
She Never Knew Her Great-Great-Grandma Was Jewish
In July of 2018, my husband and I joined the Heritage Retreats on an emotional journey to Poland. As our group traveled from Majdanek to
Two Cultures, One Identity: How Persian Chabad Welcomed Two Soviet Jews
There is a particular feeling of delight when situations that start out rocky transform into meaningful and memorable experiences. Such was our trip to Los
20/20 Vision for 2020
Since the beginning of this year, many of us have felt completely overwhelmed. Our lives have been poisoned by fear and anxiety. But as I
Looking for Truth: A Conversion on the Rebbetzin’s Birthday
While receiving his blessing from the Lubavitcher Rebbe, a young man genuinely asked: “What would I have to do to be called your chassid, your student?” The Rebbe replied,
A Very Very Simple Guide for Sukkot Celebration
This Year the Holiday of Sukkot, Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah begins Friday, October 2, 2020 at Nightfall (6:22 pm Philadelphia Time) – Ends on