He didn’t speak.
He didn’t argue.
When Aharon lost two sons, the Torah says just one thing:
“And Aharon was silent.”
Not because he had no pain. Some moments are too deep for words.
True faith is quiet trust when nothing makes sense. When you stop filling the silence, you start hearing what’s divine.*
Presence is powerful. That’s what Shabbat offers.
And that’s what next week in Brooklyn is about.
(And yes—that’s even what enters you into the Cancun raffle.)
Here’s what’s happening:
Next week, we’re walking through Jewish Brooklyn—not as tourists, but as insiders. We'll step into stories, taste tradition, and hear from people who live where the Rebbe lived. It’s more than a trip. Last chance to sign up is April 28.
And while you're planning—this week and next are your final chances to enter the Cancun raffle.
How?
By keeping 25 hours of Shabbat. No phone. No driving. No noise. Just Shabbat.
Each Shabbat you keep is a step closer to winning a luxury stay in a five-star, all-inclusive Cancun resort.
How was your holiday? I want to hear about it.
We closed out a gorgeous Passover with 40+ people at a powerful Seudat Mashiach. The room felt like freedom.
And we’re not slowing down:
- 🔥 Lag BaOmer touch-a-truck block party
- 🥘 Mitzvah Kitchen May
- 🎉 Kosher Tailgate @ Braves game
One last message to take you into Shabbat and pull it all together-
Stillness isn’t stopping. It’s choosing to show up for what matters.
See you soon!
Shabbat Shalom
Rabbi Zalmy Goldberg
Candle lighting today April 24th in Dunwoody, GA is at 7:59 PM.
*message from this week's Torah portion Shemini
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Shabbat in the Heights
Friday – Sunday, May 2nd – 4th
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Kosher Tailgate @ the Braves
Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 | 5 PM
Delicious RSVP NOW! kosher food by RSVP only. A fundraiser for Mitzvah House arranged by HOD Lodge Carmel
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Lag B'Omer Block Party
Friday May 16th | 5 PM
Bounces house, touch-a-truck construction vehicles, police car, fire truck and more! Come for the toasty marshmallows RSVP NOW!and BBQ or come just to show your Jewish pride!
Mitzvah Kitchen May
May 8th,9th | various times
Cook, bake, pack, and deliver a delicious kosher Shabbat meal.
Nominate someone having a medical procedure, who had a baby, or who just needs a little love.
Volunteer & Nominate HERE
This post is from the Mitzvah House email newsletter, first sent April 25, 2025. For current programs, see upcoming Mitzvah House events. Questions? Call 678.769.4833 or email Hello@MitzvahHouse.com.