With Chanukah falling out during break, Chabad organised a pre-Chanukah event with the you-tube sensation “THE MACABEETS”. Hundreds of students filed in for a Chinese buffet, Menorah making and a live show from the Jewish acapella group. Pitures to follow
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Chanukah with the Macabeets!
Sukkos at TCNJ
This Sukkot, Chabad hosted students all 8 days! A Lulav and etrog was passed around the campus so students could participate in this beautiful mitzvah.
Should Israel help Turkey??
Question of the week: Rabbi, I read in the news that Israel was quick to offer Turkey assistance after their terrible earthquake caused devastation. Turkey has caused such trouble for Israel in recent times, including the Flottila Boat last year. Do you think Israel should support their enemy? Answer: For centuries, Jews have prayed 3…
Rabbi, I miss Israel!!
Question of the week: Rabbi, In Israel I felt inspired as a Jew and life seemed exciting. Now that I have been back for a while I seemed to have lost it all. Answer: Have you ever heard the expresion ‘Shechina’? It usually translates as divine presence. Kabbalah explains that the world is being created by G-d in a way called ‘Tzimtzum’, where…
Is Gilad worth 1000??
Question of the week: This week Israel released over 1000 terrorists to free one Jewish soldier. How could one Jew be worth so much?? Answer: A king makes an annual celebration. He invites all the people in the kingdom to come. Young and old, poor and rich, dull and smart. They are treated to the…
Have you been Hugged lately??
Question of the week: Rabbi, Why on earth do l have to live in a hut for 8 days??? and on top of that, we are Commanded to be happy throughout?? Answer: Have you been hugged lately?? Its the greatest thing that we have. Yup. a hug. We have several modes of expressing love; Saying I love you. A loving gaze,…
What if I don’t fast??
Question of the year: Rabbi, Seriously? I have to fast? Sit in synagogue all day? No showers? whats it all about?? Answer: My little 1 year old has a difficult time. He knows what he wants, but no-one understands him. He spends hours everyday ooohing and aaahing just for his toy or his sippy cup….
Yom Kippur schedule
I hope you are well. We will be providing the full Yom Kippur experience right here at TCNJ. Everything is at: 44 Chauncey Ave. Over the lake, behind Forcina hall. First house on the left corner. Please let us know which of the 3 times you will be coming: 1. Friday, Oct 7 – fast…
Shofar in the Student Center
Chabad at TCNJ has done its share of Rosh Hashana promotion by blowing the Shofar in the main Student Center. Sophmore, Kevin Whitman shared a Rosh Hashana message, followed by the blowing by Rabbi Kivi. Students are invited to join the Rosh Hashana services and meals all available on the TCNJ campus. For details check…
Apple Jews!!
Once again, Chabad is teaming up with Hillel to get the Jewish students in the Rosh Hashana spirit! Traditionally, Jews eat apples dipped in honey on Rosh Hashana to symbolize the hope of a sweet new year. So Chabad and Hillel will once again drive out to Terhune Orchads for their annual apple picking event….
Shofar Factory is here again!!
This Wed, 21st Sept, Chabad will be hosting the Shofar factory, where students can make and take home their own ram’s horn. I know!! Pizza will be served beforehand. All starting at 6pm in BSC room 202W Below are some pictures from previous years. Enjoy!
Raffle Shabbos a win / win!!
In honor of the 18th of Elul, Chabad hosted a “Raffle Shabbos” with some exciting prizes up for grabs. Students were able to earn tickets and place them in boxes which were placed in front of signs which had the prizes listed. Prizes included a $25 gift card to Shoprite, a free Challah, a night…
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