“G-d will save us from their hands/plans…” Shalom Anna - Alachua County Commission District 3, Someone sent a funny meme with two cartoonist Jews kvetching on their way out of Egypt. One of them says, "After waiting for this day for so many years, all they packed for lunch was these crackers?" The other replies, "I am telling you, they will talk about this for AGES!" These cartoonish Jews have a point - traditionally (or is it just a stereotype?), Jews tend to pack more food than necessary. And here, as the Torah tells us, over 2 million Israelites left Egypt with only Matzah as provisions. We often speak about the miracles that G-d performed in Egypt, the incredible ten plagues, and the great escape from Egypt, but not often enough do we discuss the miracles the Jews performed. This vast group, including young children, ventured into the unknown desert wilderness just because Moses said so, leaving behind their homes with almost no food or water. Yet, they followed G-d with true faith. And their faith was rewarded: G-d provided them with the best food (manna from heaven), the best water (a well of fresh water that traveled with them), and a worry-free travel experience in the desert. The Haggadah states, "In every generation, we must see ourselves as if we left Egypt today." If we are to replicate the Exodus experience, we can begin by having the same strong faith in G-d, even when facing uncertainties and challenging moments. Our great-great-grandparents trusted G-d during a literal journey into the unknown, and now, looking back, we know that our faith will also pay off. This lesson is very relevant today when antisemitism is rearing it’s ugly head and Jewish people worldwide are feeling fearful and concerned. Now is the time to hold onto the same faith that kept our ancestors going in Egypt and throughout the generations. And as the Haggadah states, “…V'HaKadosh Baruch Hu Matzileinu Mi-Yadam” - “G-d will save us from their hands/plans…” Wishing you a Shabbat Shalom, Good Yomtov and Go Gators! For Parsha Torah studies visit: https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.JewishGator.com/Parsha__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tg8x4kVhf57WWfhJge4xmlvDo5CSAvBzWPIOOBgW4J0WLrlV_Cywz0G5h9gQe9olbLchcnllBXOdl_sz7HJnsHtWTg$ IMPORTANT NOTICE: Chabad UF has increased security protocols during events and services. If you have any questions or concerns or can help support the security costs, please contact Rabbi Berl directly at: [log in to unmask] - (352)256-3323. For anything, please don't hesitate to reach out to us any time. 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To help sponsor Shabbat or any programs/services please contact Rabbi Berl at: [log in to unmask] - (352)256-3323 https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.PasssoverUF.com__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tg8x4kVhf57WWfhJge4xmlvDo5CSAvBzWPIOOBgW4J0WLrlV_Cywz0G5h9gQe9olbLchcnllBXOdl_sz7HJWzchRgw$ Chabad UF is in need of a Car/Van/Truck in good condition. Donate a vehicle and you can get the full value tax deductible. We will make all the arrangements for the pickup of the vehicle. If you are able to help with this please email: [log in to unmask] Jewish Gator Shabbat Partners Every week, hundreds of students, community and friends enjoy a traditional Shabbat experience that will be cherished by them forever. Sponsor a Gator Shabbat in honor of a birthday, graduation, anniversary, wedding, bar/bat mitzvah, yahrtzeit or other special dates in your or your loved ones lives. 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Because things are unpredictable, Birthright is offering a no-risk registration. You can sign up and submit your deposit, but you can change your mind and get the deposit back or travel a different time. We suggest you sign up now so you have the option available. https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.JewishGator.com/Birthright__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tg8x4kVhf57WWfhJge4xmlvDo5CSAvBzWPIOOBgW4J0WLrlV_Cywz0G5h9gQe9olbLchcnllBXOdl_sz7HKI9z-6iA$ 1. Take Up a "Call to Arms" What it is: Before the outbreak of the 1967 war, the Lubavitcher Rebbe of righteous memory prompted a literal "call to arms" to encourage Jewish males to don the holy heart-and-mind connectors known as Tefillin, whose spiritual potency is foretold in the Talmud to help instill fear and deterrence in the enemy. What to do: Help every Jewish man and boy over the age of 13 to put on Tefillin today, and every weekday. Links: Want to learn how to put on tefillin? Check out this tutorial. Don't have tefillin or seek the personal touch? Contact [log in to unmask] Watch: The Rebbe explain the power of tefillin. 2. Share the Power of Light What it is: While this is a once-a-week Mitzvah, its power lasts for an entire seven days. Lighting Shabbat and holiday candles ushers light and peace into the home and the world. What to do: Encourage every Jewish woman and girls to light Shabbat candles every Friday before the onset of Shabbat and on the eve of Jewish holidays. Links: Learn how to light Shabbat candles, find out what time the candles should be lit, read stories and discover the power of bringing more light into the world. Watch: The Rebbe discusses the redemptive power of Shabbat candles 3. Check Your (Spiritual) Security System What it is: Called the guardian of the Jewish home and the guardian of the Jewish people throughout the ages, the Mezuzah is a parchment scroll containing sacred portions of the Torah that is hung on the right side of the doorpost to a Jewish home. They are also affixed on most doorposts within the home. What to do: Do you have mezuzahs on and in your home? This is a good time have them checked to make sure they are still in tiptop shape. (It is best to do so annually, and at least twice every seven years.) If you don’t have mezuzahs, now is the time to get it, contact [log in to unmask] Links: Learn all about mezuzahs and how to affix them. Watch: The Rebbe discuss the protective power of mezuzah. 4. Pray What it is: The power of prayer-our ability to reach the gates of heaven and plead with the Almighty to make things better. What to do: Dedicate a daily prayer for our brethren in Israel. Psalms are especially appropriate for times like this. But feel free to go off-script and speak to G-d directly in your own words, too. While praying, keep in mind those who were injured in the attacks, in addition to all of Israel. The prayers of children is considered to be particularly potent. Links: Psalms. (Chapter 20) has a special significance at times such as these.) Watch: The Rebbe discuss the potency of children's prayer in a time like this. 5. Give Charity - Tzedakah What it is: The protective strength of charity is considered to be particularly strong. What to do: Give Charity at https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.JewishGator.com/IEF__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tg8x4kVhf57WWfhJge4xmlvDo5CSAvBzWPIOOBgW4J0WLrlV_Cywz0G5h9gQe9olbLchcnllBXOdl_sz7HLWp83_Qg$ (Israel Emergency Fund) Watch: The Rebbe discusses the special protective power of charity for Israel. 6. Nurture Faith What it is: What kept us going for thousands of years. Amid all crises, the faith and knowledge that G-d is with us and protects us. What you can do: Reach into yourself to find it. Learn about it. And speak to your family and friends about it. Gather them around your dining room table at home or the water cooler at work and speak about our faith in G-d and His bond with every one of us. Engender confident trust that He will guard us, and especially in His holy land. Reach out to friends and family in Israel or even to strangers on Facebook. Tell them that you are one with them, about the Mitzvahs you’re doing in their honor, and that you are sure that they will prevail. Watch: The Rebbe explains the strategic importance of faith. 7. Spread the Message What it is: If one deed is powerful, many deeds have an even greater impact. What to do: Forward this information to your friends. Post it on Facebook, Twitter or any other social media. Print this list and share with others. https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.JewishGator.com/Mezuzah__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tg8x4kVhf57WWfhJge4xmlvDo5CSAvBzWPIOOBgW4J0WLrlV_Cywz0G5h9gQe9olbLchcnllBXOdl_sz7HIZ8sZnLQ$ CENTER FOR JEWISH STUDIES A Message From Norman J.W. Goda - Director The Center for Jewish Studies at UF provides many classes on Israel and Jews in the Middle East. Each course provides a unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of Israel and the contemporary challenges that it faces. The Center also offers a certificate in Israel Studies, which provides interdisciplinary understanding. We invite students to take advantage of these unique opportunities whatever their major may be. Our courses are listed HERE. Further questions can be sent to [log in to unmask] OY VEY! Are you feeling sick, or under the weather? WE HAVE SOME KOSHER PENICILLIN FOR YOU! Matzah Ball Soup Prescription RX #ChabadUF Your Jewish Gator Home Away From Home …. 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If you ever feel that you are in danger, your safety is threatened or you are a victim or experience any hate, bias, violence or anti-Semitic attacks or incidents: A) Immediately call 911 and report any and all incident to GPD, UPD or Alachua County Sheriffs. B) If any incident happened or happens on the UF or SFC campuses, report it to the UPD and Student Affairs Office immediately, as well. C) If any incident happens at a housing/apartment living complex, report it to the housing complex administrative office. D) Please notify Rabbi Berl Goldman of any recent incidents that have happened to you or that you are aware of, or any future incidents. Text, email or call (352)256-3323 - [log in to unmask] CLEANERS! Yitzhak wanted to clean his Tallis before Pesach. So he called his friend Lionel to ask which dry cleaner to use. Lionel said, "I always take my tallis to Moishe’s Dry Cleaners on Main Street. He only charges $4." 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