7-13-06

Our thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with our brothers and sisters in Israel, the families of the kidnapped soldiers and victims of terror. What can each one of us do to make a difference? Visit our website, to find out: www.chabadpw.org. Let us not underestimate the power of good! With a single good deed on our part, here and now, we can each contribute toward the victory and safety of our fellow Jews in Israel.

In light of the crisis in Israel, this Shabbat is an especially important time for prayer. I invite you to join us in Shul this Shabbat for a prayer for the people of Israel and and to give each other strength. Shabbat morning services begin at 9:30 am; may all our prayers be answered!

Shabbat Shalom,
Rabbi Shalom M. Paltiel

WEBSITE REDESIGNED - CHECK IT OUT!
Have you seen the magnificent facelift our website received this week? There's just one word to describe it - WOW! Our web development team spent numerous hours redesigning and restructuring our website, www.chabadpw.org to bring you the most enjoyable virtual Chabad experience.

We're impressed with our website - now it's your turn! Log on today to immerse yourself in the array of programs and services offered at our center, now easier to navigate than ever before. We welcome your ideas and input and hope you enjoy the site: feedback@chabadpw.org. Look out for our new e-newsletter feature, highlighting a different page of our website every week (notice the blue box on the right side).

OUR NEW YOUTH DIRECTOR
Rabbi Ilan Weinberg has been hard at work in his office. He is planning the upcoming year of Hebrew School , Chabad Teen Club and Junior Congregation, as well as the Bar & Bat Mitzvah training and heritage course. He has met with many parents who have called to set up appointments. If you would like to talk to Rabbi Weinberg or meet with him, feel free to call his office: 767 8672, ext. #4 or email him: rabbiweinberg@chabadpw.org.

The Weinbergs plan on spending a Shabbat in Port Washington sometime this summer so we can all come out and meet them. (Unfortunately this Shabbat did not work out for them to join us). We'll keep you posted.

NEHMADI FAMILY MATCHING FUNDS CHESED FUND
Ben & Bita Nehmadi have established the Nehmadi Family Chesed Fund through Chabad of Port Washington. This fund has now been in operation for over a year and has helped numerous individuals and families in our community or connected to our community. The fund helps with interest free loans, as well as small cash gifts, to help people during difficult times in their lives. The fund has also donated towards an emergency transplant for a friend of our community.

If you or someone you know is in need of some assistance please contact the rabbi confidentially by phone or at: rabbi@chabadpw.org.

The community is invited to participate in this mitzvah fund. Between now and Rosh Hashanah the Nehmadis will match any donations made towards this fund so that we can help more people in need. NEW! You Can Now Donate Online! For Your convenience, donations can be made quickly and convenienctly over our secure website, click here.

	BERKOWITZ GAN ISRAEL DAY CAMP NEWS

The sounds of laughter resonate throughout Chabad as the Berkowitz Gan Israel campers enjoy a phenomenal multi-faceted schedule of activities. The kids enjoyed another action-packed week, complete with music-n-movement, swimming, nature, crafts, sports galore and lots more! Many thanks to our dedicated, energetic team of staff members for the fabulous job their doing, giving the children an experience of a lifetime! We invite you to get a glimpse of the fun and excitement at CGI, by taking a peek at our website, www.cgi5towns.com; photos will be updated shortly.