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IMAGINEA place where…
…You are viewed as a Jewish soul regardless of
background, knowledge or affiliation.
…Children play and learn about their heritage
with joy and enthusiasm.
…Parents learn how to transmit the beauty of
Judaism to the next generation.
…Families and friends gather for holidays
and life cycle celebrations.
…You broaden your horizons, warm your soul
and experience Judaism with joy.
…Every Jew is a member, where every Jew belongs.
…It's not just another building or institution, but rather a
framework for meaningful, relevant and exciting Judaism.
…Learning and laughter, sacred and secular, spiritual
and physical come together in an inviting atmosphere
of warmth and acceptance.
IMAGINE NO MORE! Welcome to our boldest step yet; the new...
Chabad Center for Jewish Life.
WHAT IS CHABADUnder the leadership of the Rebbe,
Rabbi Menachem Mendel
Schneerson, of blessed memory,
Chabad has been instrumental
in reshaping the global Jewish
landscape. The Rebbe taught
that every human being is
precious: that regardless of our
background, affiliation, or degree of
ritual observance, we are all worthy of
boundless love.
The International Chabad movement today has evolved into one
of the world’s largest Jewish organization with over 3500 centers
around the world. Chabad’s programs and activities reach millions
of people each year.
Wherever there is a Jew in need—be it in matters spiritual,
physical, emotional or intellectual—Chabad strives to be there
for them.
At Chabad you are an important part of Jewry, You always
belong. You will always find Chabad friendly, welcoming, and
nonjudgmental.
You are family, and we are glad to see you.
CHABADIN SOUTH TEXAS
In 1985 Rabbi Chaim & Rivkie Block
arrived in S. Antonio to establish
Chabad Lubavitch of South Texas.
In 1987 Chabad moved to its current
location at Blanco Road. In 1998
Rabbi Yossi & Malkie Marrus joined
the Chabad staff as Program Director
and Preschool teacher.
Over the last twenty three years, Chabad
has initiated and maintained many
successful programs and activities.
Some of these programs include: The
Gan Gani Preschool, Camp Gan
Israel, the Chabad Hebrew School, the
Jewish Learning Institute, the Jewish
Heritage Series, Shabbat and Holiday
Services, Women’s League, Daily Minyanim,
Chanukah on the River, the Jewish Art Calendar and more.
These programs offered with Chabad’s trademark warmth and
acceptance has touched the lives of thousands of San
Antonians over the years.
JEWISH LEARNINGINSTITUTE
From the preschool parents who wants to learn along with her
child, to the area resident who is curious about a long
forgotten family heritage, there are many adults who seek to
expand their Jewish horizons. There are classes on Hebrew
language, Prayer, Ethics, Kabbala, Talmud and Prophets,
Women classes, Lunch ‘N Learn meetings, and the highly
acclaimed Jewish Learning Institute, Chabad’s adult education
classes offer an intellectually stimulating and non-judgmental
way to grow in Judaism.
The Jewish Learning Institute sees morethan 500 students come through itsdoors each year.
WOMEN’S LEAGUEThe Chabad Women's League sponsors monthly Rosh
Chodesh gatherings, Torah Study Classes for women, Mitzvah
Days, one on one learning and other community programs
throughout the year.
SHABBAT ANDJEWISH HOLIDAYSShabbat and Jewish Holidays come alive at Chabad. Warm
and dynamic community Shabbat dinners, Scholar in
Residence programs, Learners Service, Junior Minyan, Youth
programs and more, make Shabbat at Chabad a true respite from
a busy stressful week and a day to look forward and to enjoy.
Jewish Holidays come to life with Purim Feasts, Passover Seders,
Sukkot Carnivals and Chanukah on the River celebrations.
Thousands of individuals have participated inthe delicious, beautiful and inspiring Shabbatand holiday meals and celebrations.
JEWISH HERITAGE SERIESModel Matzah Bakeries, Olive Oil Workshops and
Shofar Factories bring our holiday traditions to life.
This allows the children of our community’s Hebrew
schools, Eleanor Kolitz Academy, Barshop JCC and
others to appreciate the meaning of the holidays
through hands-on learning experiences.
GAN GANI PRESCHOOLNow in its 20th year, the Gan Gani Preschool is a
community based program which provides children ages 18
Months to 5 Years with a stimulating and warm learning
environment. Gan Gani features the “best of both worlds” –
secular and Judaic – blending them into a program that is rich,
fulfilling and fun.
Many families become involved with Gan Gani Preschool
because of its excellent reputation as an accredited early
childhood education center. They quickly discover that the
program’s Jewish component adds a beautiful new level of
meaning and satisfaction to their lives.
With warmth and dedication, Gan Ganihas raised two decades of proud, JewishSan Antonians!
CAMP GAN ISRAELWelcome to Camp Gan Israel of South Texas, part of the
largest growing network of Jewish day camps in the world.
During the summer months, Camp Gan Israel caters to the
spiritual as well as the physical needs of the children. Gan
Israel enjoys a well-earned reputation as a trendsetter with
innovative ideas, creative programming and new activities.
Children of all ages find a home at Gan Israel. From Mini Gan
campers to our Pioneer Adventure programs, all are made to feel
welcome and loved in this special environment. As the name
“Gan Israel” implies, it is truly a “Garden of Israel” where all
children are welcomed with open arms.
A Gan Israel camper is a child with a broad smile on his/her face
and an uplifting song in his/her heart. Many a child has been
known to wait all year to come back to Gan Israel!
More than 2500 children have enjoyedthe warm and fun atmosphere ofCamp Gan Israel.
PRAYERThe Synagogue
The coming together of people in prayer has always been as
integral part of Jewish life. For thousands of years, Jewish
people have created sanctuaries for prayer, from tents to
homes, from synagogues to the Great Temple.
Our new Shul will inspire and uplift all who enter. Our services
are set in a traditional yet educational format, making the
experience one of warmth and joy for both the experienced and
non-experienced alike. Our Shul will be a place of celebration for
a Bris or Bar/Bat Mitzvah, a place of comfort for the mourner to
say Kaddish, and a place where little children can attend the
Junior Minyan program and connect with their heritage and
traditions. Our Shul will be a link in time connecting our
community with our ancestors as well as our descendents. In
keeping with our philosophy of an open house, we welcome all
people to our synagogue, with membership or without.
Each Shabbat, explanations of eachAliyah-Torah portion, with commentaryin English gives participants a realunderstanding of each Torah portion.
CHABAD HEBREW SCHOOL“Educate a child according to his way, even when he will grow
old he shall not depart from it” says King Solomon in
Proverbs.
In is with this spirit that the Chabad Hebrew School offers
grade school children an opportunity to study their own
heritage. At our Hebrew School the joys, values and traditions of
Judaism are brought to life. With innovative programs such as
the acclaimed Aleph Champ Reading Curriculum, hands-on
activities and dedicated and knowledgeable teachers, the children
are exposed to the beautiful and deeply significant identity that
has preserved the Jewish people.
With Aleph Champ Reading Program,children are reading Hebrew in a matterof months, not years!
YOUTH & TEENSThe Youth Zone Club is geared for children ages 5 through 12
and meets monthly for a special activity connected to the
Jewish theme of the month.
Jewish Teen ClubThe post Bar and Bat Mitzvah age is frequently neglected
and challenging age in Jewish education. Our Jewish Teen
Club program meets weekly for a Torah Study class and
enjoys monthly outings and Mitzvah projects.
CHABAD CENTERFOR JEWISH LIFEWhere the joys of Judaismcome alive.Over the past 23 years Chabad Lubavitch of
South Texas has established a reputation for
its innovative and welcoming spirit. Through
a wide range of programs, Jews of all ages
and backgrounds are experiencing first hand
the sincerity and warmth of Chabad.
By all accounts, Chabad’s array of
programming and activities has outgrown its
current facility on Blanco Road.
To accommodate this continued growth,
Chabad’s dedicated building committee has
designed a new state of the art,
multipurpose educational facility which
will include a synagogue, social hall,
kitchen, library, hebrew school
classrooms, administrative offices and
youth lounge.
Within the walls of the New Chabad
Center For Jewish Life, Judaism will always be
vibrantly alive and filled with joy and meaning.
The new16,000 sq ft
Floorplan
THE CHABAD CENTERFOR JEWISH LIFE
Where the joys of Judaism come alive
• Gan Gani Preschool
• Camp Gan Israel
• Jewish Learning Institute
• Chabad Hebrew School
• Women’s League of Chabad
• Shabbat and Holiday Programs
• Youth Zone
• Teen Programs
• Living Legacy Series
• Synagogue
• Jewish Life Cycle Events
• Judaic Library
• Judaic Article Resource
• Jewish Art Calendar
• Hospital Visitation
• Prison Chaplaincy
• Scholar in Residence Program
• Counseling Services
• Crisis Intervention