Ever walk into a room and feel like if you didn't show up, nobody would notice? We all have days when we feel like just an extra.
A Torah has thousands of letters. If even one letter, one little yud, is missing, the whole Torah is not kosher. The same is true for a mezuzah or tefillin: they're written with real ink on parchment, and sometimes a letter can fade or crack. One tiny crack in a single letter, and the whole thing is invalid.
That's the value of one letter, and of each one of us. No one else can fill your spot. We need every single one to be whole.
Avraham, at 99 years old and in pain three days after his bris, sits outside looking for guests so that every person feels welcome. He doesn't see dusty travelers. He sees people worth the effort.
Who can you reach out to today who might need a little love, and a reminder that they count?
You count. Every letter counts.
(A message from this week's Torah portion, Vayeira, that we shared at our 6 Jewish Heritage Clubs in public schools this week.)
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Shabbat Shalom,
Rabbi Zalmy Goldberg
P.S.I hope to see you this week!
Either at the Challah Bake for Everyone on Wednesday, Nov 4 at 7 PM, in Sandy Springs.
or next Friday, Nov 6 at 5 PM, for my daughter, Miriam's, kiddush! It would mean so much to us to have you there. Reply to this email with a "I'm coming!" to let us you'll be there.
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Challah Bake for Everyone
Wednesday November 4th! 7 PM
Friday, November 6th | 5 PM
Miriam is turning two! Join us for her special kiddush, better late than never.
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Sunday, November 22nd | 7 PM
Cook, bake, and pack a delicious Shabbat meal for someone who may enjoy a little love.
This post is from the Mitzvah House email newsletter, first sent October 30, 2026. For current programs, see upcoming Mitzvah House events. Questions? Call 678.769.4833 or email Hello@MitzvahHouse.com.