Chabad of Poway

Today in Jewish History: Maharash Born (1834) The fourth Rebbe of Chabad-Lubavitch, Rabbi Shmuel Schneersohn (1834-1882), known by the acronym "Maharash", was born in the town of Lubavitch (White Russia) on the 2nd of Iyar of the year 5594 from creation (1834). His father, Rabbi Menachem Mendel of Lubavitch (the 3rd Chabad Rebbe, known as the "Tzemach Tzeddek") once remarked that Rabbi Shmuel's birthday, coinciding with the 17th day of the Omer Count, is defined by the Kabbal...istic masters as Tifferet sheb'Tifferet ("Beauty of Beauty") Although Rabbi Shmuel was the youngest of Rabbi Menachem Mendel's seven sons, he was chosen to succeed his father as "rebbe" and leader of Chabad in the movement's capital, Lubavitch (four of his brothers established branches of Chabad Chassidism in other towns in White Russia and Ukraine). In addition to leading his Chassidim, guiding and advising their spiritual and material lives and authoring many maamarim (discourses of Chassidic teaching), Rabbi Shmuel traveled extensively throughout Europe, meeting with government and business leaders to exert pressure on the Czarist regime to halt its instigation of pogroms against the Jews of Russia. Rabbi Shmuel passed away at age 48 on the 13th of Tishrei, 5643 (1882).

New course coming to Poway! THIS CAN HAPPEN - The future, Messiah, and end-of-days in Judaism. Let's explore a topic filled with so many myths and misconceptions, and gain a clear and level-headed understanding.... We will clear the air about: Tikkun Olam - Is it real? Can the world really become rectified and perfect? And why would a broken world be my problem to fix? Who exactly needs to be redeemed? What if I feel perfectly comfortable in my world? Join us for this incredible course Starting Wednesday, April 28th. Virtual and in person! Chabadpoway.com

Join us this for a special event entitled I'm Glad You Asked" This curated collection of pressing questions and their answers by experts in their fields is sure to leave you educated, entertained, and curious for more. Join us to hear the answers to these questions and more: What is the secret to Jewish survival? Answered by Mr. Michael Medved Why is prayer necessary? Answered by Dr. Lisa Aiken... Why does Judaism have so many rules? Answered by Rabbi Dr. Yitzchak Breitowitz Why are there so many Jews in Hollywood? Answered by Mr. David Weiss Why is there a mechitza in the synagogue? Answered by Mrs. Rivkah Slonim Why does G-d let us choose wrong? Answered by Rabbi Manis Friedman See more

As we are just a few days away from Passover, Chabad of Poway is gifting a Hand-Made Shmurah Matzah for every Jew in our community. If you don't have one yet or know someone that needs one, please let us know and we will make sure every Seder in Poway/ Rancho Bernardo and throughout North County this year has a Shmurah Matzah! For all your Passover needs visit: www.chabadpoway.com Chag Sameach & Happy Passover!

City of Poway Proclaims Education & Sharing Day USA Designating the Rebbe's birthday (March 24) as a day of reflection and action.

Tonight we begin one of the most Joyous holidays! To cap off this joyous month! We hope to see you at Hakafot! Yizkor tomorrow at 11:30am Grand Simchat Torah Hakafot tomorrow night at 7:30pm Chag Sameach!

Last chance to shake the #Lulav and make a blessing on the #sukkah! DM to arrange a mitzvah delivery! Chag Sameach!

#Sukkahmobile now at Valle Verde Park! Next stop at Lake Poway!

Driving through the streets of Poway/Rancho Bernardo and throughout North County! Wave us down or DM to hop aboard the Sukkah on wheels for a Mitzvah and a treat! Chag Sameach! #happysukkot #lulavshake #sukkahmobile #jewishpoway

We are open! Swing by our #Sukkah for a holiday treat and shake the #Lulav & Esrog! DM to schedule a visit. Chag Sameach!

Got sukkah? Schedule a date and time for the Sukkah Mobile to swing by your home or office and enjoy a holiday treat & shake the Lulav! Email [email protected] to schedule a visit. Chag Sameach!

Lulav & Etrog sets have arrived! Please pick up your order Thursday Oct 1 between 10am-2:00pm. Chag Sameach!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY! Living in a time of pain and confusion, we have decided to embark on an ambitious plan of giving a 'Shana Tova Package' to local families. We will be delivering these packages together with a beautiful High-Holiday Companion to uplift and bring meaning to so many this Rosh Hashanah.... But in order to do this, we need your help! We will need volunteers to help us deliver these packages to their neighbors. If you know someone that can benefit from one of these packages, please let us know! Contact Shterna to volunteer or If you'd like to become a sponsor to help cover the cost of this project.

Celebrating the High Holidays at home this year? Don't you worry, we got you covered! Pick up your Free DIY High Holiday Hand Book!... We have a beautifully designed 52-page High Holiday Handbook, brimming with , , and to distribute to all members of our community. To get a free booklet or a free Machzor ( High Holiday Prayer book), please contact the front office 858.451.0455 Shana Tova!

Shabat Shalom! Be the source of light this Friday night! Months after the unveiling of the World Trade Center the Rebbe launched a new campaign encouraging Jewish women and girls to fulfill the ancient Jewish tradition of lighting the Sabbath and Holiday candles and inspire others to do the same. Ladies, the world needs your light! Please join in lighting Shabbat candles tonight before 6:41pm in memory of all who perished.