Lubavitch Center for Russian Jewry is under the spiritual guidance of Rabbi Sholom Goldshmid; a warm, caring and energetic individual. The rabbi's approach is that Torah must be presented and experienced in a modern, relevant context and made available to each individual on their own level. Rabbi Goldshmid and his wife Malky are emissaries of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson of righteous memory.
The services are traditional, and are conducted in a joyous, casual atmosphere. Children are included and most welcome. Many of those who attend cannot read Hebrew, yet everyone feels at home. The prayer book is bilingual and various English or Russian readings are included in the service. Song and commentary add meaning and participation to the prayers.
An important part of our community is the weekly Kiddush Luncheon that follows the Shabbat morning services, where friendships are created and nurtured and we celebrate each other's happy occasions and anniversaries.
For more information or to arrange a meeting with the Rabbi, please call: 215-514-0729