This weekend I am in New York, attending the international conference of Shluchim - Chabad representatives from around the globe. What began in 1988 as a modest group of 65, has grown today to over 5,000 Chabad rabbis and lay-leaders, joining together to gather inspiration to bring back to their respective communities, and to celebrate the growth of Jewish life worldwide. From Moscow to Portugal, Hawaii to Nepal, each country is represented. This year, I have the distinct honor of representing Petaluma, as one of 200 new Chabad Centers that have opened this past year.
In the Torah portion this week, we read about the first messenger, sent by Abraham, Eliezer. His mission? To find a worthy wife for Isaac. The spirit of their home would form the destiny of the entire Jewish nation.
This remains the goal today; to enhance Jewish life, and infuse our traditions with spirit, life and meaning. It also empowers each and every one of us, that we can positively impact our family, community and society as a whole. Let's each do our part. One good deed can change the world.
Shabbat Shalom!
Rabbi Dovid Bush
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