6/20/08

I would like to invite you to join me in a “Morning of Tribute” in honor of the 14th Yahrzeit (anniversary of passing) of the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Schneerson of righteous memory. By now you should have received an invitation in the mail as well as online for this event which will take place next Sunday, June 29th, 11AM to 12:30PM at our Chabad House (details are below).

The Rebbe is the inspiration to our Chabad House, as well as the thousands of other such centers around the world. He singlehandedly inspired young Chabad rabbis and their wives to go out and dedicate their lives to Jewish outreach, connecting with other Jews from all backgrounds and levels of observance.

Long before it was fashionable, the Rebbe tore down the barrier that separated “religious” or Orthodox” from the rest of the Jewish community, insisting that each and every one of us is an equally and integral part of Hashem’s beloved people. He taught love and non-judgmental caring for each and every individual Jew. The spirit of inclusiveness that you find at Chabad in Port Washington, or at any other Chabad, is due completely to his instruction and teaching.

As such, it is fitting that all of us who have benefitted from the Chabad House come out to honor his memory as we mark his yahrzeit. If Chabad House has raised your level of Jewish observance, made a prouder Jew or given your children more knowledge of their Judaism, why not come out to honor and say “thank you” to the man who is responsible for it: The Rebbe.

Shabbat Shalom!

Rabbi Shalom M. Paltiel

	Upcoming Events

June 20: Community Shabbat Dinner - THIS SHABBAT!
In conjunction with our sisterhood, we're hosting a beautiful Shabbat Dinner for our community and sisterhood families - an uplifting Shabbat experience in our warm, meaningful atmosphere.Services at 6:30 PM, Dinner at 7:00.

June 21: Shul Graduates Kiddush
This Shabbat, the Kiddush honors graduates of all ages. Each participating graduate will be recognized at the Kiddush Celebration this Shabbat, June 21st.

June 29: Morning of Tribute & Trip to the Ohel
Please join us for a Morning of Tribute, commemorating Gimmel Tammuz, the fourteenth Yahrtzeit of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, OBM. We'll be hosting a brunch at Chabad on Sunday, June 29 at 11:00 AM, featuring guest speaker Rabbi Mendel Samuels, Director of Chabad of Weatogue, CT. We're also having a special children's program for ages 8 and under. There's no charge but RSVP is required: www.chabadpw.org/tribute.

At 12:30 PM, following the program, all are invited to join us for a visit to the Rebbe's gravesite (Ohel) for prayer and meditation. The Ohel is located at 226-20 Francis Lewis Blvd., Cambria Heights NY. Tansportation will be provided and we expect to return to Chabad at approximately 2:30 PM. Please RSVP at above link for transportation to the Ohel.

June 30: Berkowitz Gan Israel BEGINS
Check Out Berkowitz Gan Israel & See What You've Been Missing: Advanced & Beginner Sports Clinics All Week Long, Weekly Horseback Riding Instruction, Top Gun Karate, Professional Swim Instruction and more. CLICK HERE to view our camp brochure. NEW! 5% Tuition Discount for every new family you bring to BGI!

September 17: Annual Dinner
Please mark your calendar with the date of our dinner, September 17, to be held at the Talon Air terminal, Republic Airport in Farmingdale, NY. Details and invitation to follow.

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