B”H

Dear Community Members,

As we face rising antisemitism and the challenges facing our homeland Eretz Yisrael, we are reminded of our duty to respond with unwavering strength and pride in our Jewish identity. The Lubavitcher Rebbe taught us that the greatest response to hatred is to live openly and proudly as Jews—deepening our commitment to Torah, mitzvot, and acts of kindness.

This calendar you hold is a reflection of that message. Each month highlights a milestone in Jewish life, celebrating our values, traditions, and milestones that define us as a people. It is a reminder that, despite the adversity we face, we stand tall, stronger and prouder in our Jewish identity.

By performing mitzvot—lighting Shabbat candles, affixing mezuzot, putting on tefillin—we declare that the Jewish people and Israel will continue to thrive. And today, as we hold the hostages and soldiers defending Israel in our hearts and prayers, our unity and Jewish pride are more important than ever.

The Rebbe taught that the only way to overcome darkness is by spreading light. Let us live by these values, celebrating our heritage, and standing together as proud Jews. Through our collective efforts, may we merit to go back to our homeland with the entire Am Yisrael with Moshiach Now!

With blessings of Ketiva Vechatima Tova! May we all be

inscribed for a Happy, Healthy and Sweet new year!

Rabbi Hertzel Peer

Chabad Persian Youth