Jewish Center in Transdniestria

Today, we remember the night when shop windows shattered, and with them, lives, trust, and safety. November 9–10, 1938—Kristallnacht, or the Night of Broken Glass—was one of the darkest pages in history, when pogroms against Germany's Jewish community became a harbinger of even greater horrors. May the memory of those we lost inspire us to defend dignity, solidarity, and mutual respect.

✡️ Shabbat Shalom! שבת שלום 🕓 In Transnistria 🕯️ Candle Lighting: 16:18 Chapter Vayera Havdalah: 17:23 ✅ Chapter Vayera tells how angelic guests appear to Abraham, predicting the birth of a son and informing him of the destruction of Sodom. We see Abraham's compassion, who tries to save even wicked people. This story speaks of the inner strength to ask for good for others and not be indifferent. It reminds us that faith is not blind obedience, but a willingness to act with kindness. Even those far from religion should remember: humanity begins with participation in the fate of another. ❤️ We wish everyone a peaceful, quiet, and blessed Shabbat! May your souls be calm and your hearts light. 👨‍👨‍👧‍👦 Saturday is given to us by the Creator so that we stop, listen to ourselves, to our inner selves, and devote time to loved ones and family. 🙏 Tzedaka/Donate: https://synagogue.md/donate/

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🍁 Judaism, Jews, and autumn are closely intertwined. Our students from Rybnitsa couldn't resist this golden beauty and decided to depict autumn in their beloved city. There were so many people willing to paint! 🎨 A warm atmosphere, tea, fellowship, inspiration, and, of course, a desire to convey the mood of autumn through paint and brushes and connect with Jewish culture. Each work is special, filled with light, kindness, and love for the city and its people. 🍂✨ https://vox.jct.md/osen-glazami-evreyskoy-obshchini-ribnitsi

Sometimes the most valuable thing is simple human compassion. Our Jewish community hosted a meeting of call center volunteers—people who, with their kind words and attention, bring light into the homes of elderly community members.

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Warmth that cannot be lost

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🌿✨ The Jewish community supports the "EcoRashkov: No to Garbage!" project. 💚 📍 Rashkov is a special place in the Jewish history of Transnistria. It was here that the outstanding Rabbi Shabtai lived – a man whose name is known throughout the Jewish world. 📜✡️ 🕍 Rashkov was once a bustling Jewish community: prayers were said, artisans and craftsmen worked, and culture and trade flourished. 💫 Preserving the purity and beauty of these places means honoring the memory of the people who made Rashkov famous with their wisdom, teaching, and faith. This isn't just ecology 🌱 – it's preserving the cultural heritage and spiritual roots of our region. Regional Development Agency of Transnistria, UNDP Moldova

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Rashkov says NO to trash!

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🌿Today, Hesed hosted a meeting of volunteers for the "Handicrafts" project. In two hours, the participants cut fabric, sewed, and stuffed soft seat cushions for children. We thank our partners, the IntercenterLux and Odema factories, for providing the materials. Now autumn walks will be even cozier! ☕💛 For more information, see 👉https://vox.jct.md/teplo-ruk-i-dobrikh-serdets Volunteer Center RVC #RVC

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The latest meeting of the Active Walking project participants took place on the picturesque banks of the Dniester River in Bender. Tiraspol residents came to visit Bender residents—together they honed their Nordic walking techniques, shared their successes, laughed, joked, and simply enjoyed time in good company. 💬 ⌚ At the end of the meeting, each participant received a smartwatch, purchased with funding from the Hoffman grant. This watch will help track steps, measure heart rate, and inspire them to move forward! And mastering the new gadget was another rewarding experience—after all, it's never too late to learn and be active! 💪 For more information, see 👉https://vox.jct.md/proekt-aktivnaya-khodba-prodolzhaetsya-vstrecha-na-beregu-dnestra Volunteer Center RVC #RVC

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🥳The kids from the AJT JUNIOR club celebrated the month of Cheshvan—and decided to add some extra fun! Cheshvan is traditionally considered a "holiday-less" month, which is why it's called Marcheshvan—"bitter Cheshvan." But our kids didn't wait for a special occasion and made their own celebration—they went to a vibrant circus performance. 🎪🎪Acrobats, clowns, jugglers, and spectacular acts brought a storm of laughter and delight. It was a day full of lively emotions, new experiences, and friendly conversations. After the show, the children spent a long time sharing their impressions and discussing their favorite acts. Such trips not only bring joy here and now, but also strengthen the sense of community and warm memories that the children will carry throughout Cheshvan.💫 https://vox.jct.md/dlya-khoroshego-nastroeniya-povod-ne-obyazatelen #JDC #AJTTIR #heshvan #jewishtradition

✡️ Shabbat Shalom! שבת שלום 🕓 In Transnistria 🕯️ Candle Lighting: 16:29 Parshat Lech-Lecha Havdalah: 17:32 ✅ Parshat Lech-Lecha tells how God calls Abraham to leave his homeland and go into the unknown, promising blessing and a future. It is a story of the courage to start anew and trust, even when the path is unclear. Abraham shows that faith is not blind obedience, but a willingness to seek meaning and take action. The parshat reminds us: change often leads to growth. Every person, even far from religion, faces their own moment of «go to yourself» – a call to become who they are meant to be. ❤️ We wish everyone a peaceful, quiet, and blessed Shabbat! May your souls be calm and your hearts light. 👨‍👨‍👧‍👦 Saturday is given to us by the Creator so that we stop, listen to ourselves, to our inner selves, and devote time to loved ones and family. 🙏 Tzedaka/Donate: https://synagogue.md/donate/

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🎨 Today in Rybnitsa, our students drew a Jewish man and woman. The portraits turned out bright, vibrant, and beautiful—you can feel the soul in each work! ❤️ Drawing not only brings joy but also greatly develops attention, imagination, and fine motor skills. After class, everyone took a friendly stroll through the autumn park, enjoying the fresh air and warm atmosphere of fellowship. 🍂😊 https://vox.jct.md/evreyskaya-obshchina-ribnitsi-den-tvorchestva-i-khoroshego-nastroeniya

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🎨 Volunteers held an inspiring tote bag painting workshop for Day Center participants. Two hours of painstaking work transformed ordinary bags into vibrant, unique pieces! 🌈 Volunteer Center RVC volunteers taught how to properly apply a design to fabric, prepare the surface, choose paints, and design the finished image. They helped, offered suggestions, and corrected minor mistakes—and the result exceeded all expectations! "Now shopping will be much more fun—a tote bag like this will definitely lift your spirits!" 😊 For more information, see https://vox.jct.md/volontyori-proveli-tvorcheskiy-master-klass-po-rospisi-shoperov #RVC

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🦂A vibrant Rosh Chodesh Cheshvan master class was held for the older generation of our Community! 🦂Participants assembled a scorpion—the symbol of the month of Cheshvan—from wooden pieces, demonstrating care and patience. ✨ Volunteers helped, took photos, and created a warm atmosphere. 📨«At first it seemed like it wouldn’t work, but then everything came together—just like in life!» shared a master class participant. 🫶Everyone went home with joy and a symbol of the new month. 💛 For more information, see 👉 https://vox.jct.md/master-klass-k-rosh-khodesh-kheshvan Volunteer Center RVC #RVC

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✨ A special atmosphere of comfort and inspiration reigned at the latest volunteer meeting of the "Handicraftswomen" project. Our craftswomen sorted through synthetic padding for pillows, mended clothes, and shared their DIY life hacks. Men also found something to do at these meetings: repairing sewing machines. Volunteers shared their life hacks not only with each other but also with other Community members. Natalia Plits was especially inspiring, showing Day Center participants how to make stylish potholders and hot pads from old jeans. "When you make something with your own hands, you put a piece of your soul into it. And when you create it with friends, the warmth is doubled," shared a meeting participant. For more information, see 👉https://vox.jct.md/volontyorskie-vstrechi-uyut-svoimi-rukami #RVC Volunteer Center RVC

✅ Last year, Transnistria faced a serious energy crisis: gas and electricity supply outages led to rolling blackouts, at times leaving entire districts without power and heat. These events demonstrated the importance of being prepared for any eventuality and having independent power sources, especially for organizations providing aid. Read more:

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Ready for testing: Generators tested at Jewish center

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🍂 As part of the "Crazy Hands" volunteer project, a creative workshop dedicated to autumn was held. Participants created soft, 3D fabric pumpkins—warm, cozy home decorations. For the older generation, such activities not only offer an opportunity to express their imagination but also provide useful fine motor skills training, a good mood, and warm conversation. Autumn turned out to be truly warm—thanks to the creativity and care of the volunteers. 💛 For more details, see https://vox.jct.md/osennee-vdokhnovenie-v-proekte-ochumelie-ruchki Volunteer Center RVC #RVC

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Music lovers from our community enjoyed a magnificent concert at the Palace of the Republic! The music of Tchaikovsky, Glinka, Khachaturian, and other composers brought a sea of emotions and inspiration. 💫 Representatives of the older generation gratefully noted how important it is for them to once again experience the atmosphere of celebration, fellowship, and living art. ❤️ Volunteers accompanied the participants—they greeted them, helped with ticketing, created a cozy atmosphere, and provided photo support for the event, taking memorable photos that will cherish warm memories for a long time. 📸 For more information, see 👉https://vox.jct.md/muzika-kotoraya-napolnyaet-serdtse Volunteer Center RVC #rvc

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👫This week, the Active Walking project participants met again on the embankment to stroll, socialize, and share their progress! ⏳Everyone walks at their own pace and at a convenient time, and they gather together once a month—after all, walking together gives a boost of energy and the joy of communication. 💬 📱The most active participants received smartwatches—now they can track their step count, heart rate, and activity level. These watches help monitor their health, motivate them to move more, and remind them: movement is life! 👉🏆Become an active participant and receive a watch as part of the grant! 🫶The project is supported by the Charles Hoffman grant. 👉Let's move forward—together, with benefit and in a good mood! 👉 For more information, see https://vox.jct.md/aktivnaya-khodba-prodolzhaetsya-shagi-k-zdorovyu-i-novim-vozmozhnostyam Volunteer Center RVC #RVC

✡️ Shabbat Shalom! שבת שלום 🕓 In Transnistria 🕯️ Candle Lighting: 5:40 PM Chapter Noach Havdalah: 6:43 PM ✅ The chapter "Noach" tells of the flood that wiped out the world when people lost their morality, and of Noach, the only righteous man who survived. After the flood, a new stage begins: people build a tower, dreaming of reaching heaven, but having lost the goal of unity for the sake of goodness. The main idea is responsibility for choices and consequences. The world can be restored if we remember moderation, respect, and mutual assistance. Even one honest person can be the beginning of renewal. ❤️ We wish everyone a peaceful, quiet, and blessed Shabbat! May your souls be calm and your hearts light. 👨‍👨‍👧‍👦 Saturday is given to us by the Creator so that we stop, listen to ourselves, to our inner selves, and devote time to loved ones and family. 🙏 Tzedaka/Donate: https://synagogue.md/donate/

Today is Rosh Chodesh Chodesh Cheshvan. It is always celebrated for two days, as Cheshvan follows Tishrei, which always has 30 days, making it a full month. The first day of Rosh Chodesh falls on the thirtieth of Tishrei, and the second on the first of Cheshvan. https://vox.jct.md/kheshvan Another name for the month is Marcheshvan. Like the names of most months in the Jewish calendar, the word Marcheshvan is taken from the Akkadian language and means "eighth month." As is well known, our sages interpreted the names of the Jewish months as if they were of Hebrew origin. Definition: Cheshvan is the second month from the beginning of the year and the eighth, counting from the month of Nissan, as required by the Torah. Marcheshvan: Explanation of its name: The name "Cheshvan" (like all modern month names) was brought with the Jews returning from the Babylonian exile. And it was called "Marcheshvan" because it is bitter (mar), for it contains not a single joyful day, and at the same time, it abounded in the misfortunes that befell Israel. The second meaning of the word mar is a raindrop. At this time, the thirsty world eagerly awaits rain, without which the future harvest will perish. This is another, the main reason why the month of Cheshvan was called Marcheshvan. Additional Name In the Tanakh, it is called Bul, as it is written (Mlahim 1:6): "In the eleventh year, in the month of Bul—that is, the eighth month—he finished [building] the Temple" ... The month of Cheshvan is called Bul (withering) because with its arrival the grass in the meadows withers and the cattle begin to be fed with stored hay (Rashi). Some believe that this name comes from the word Yavul (harvest), for in Cheshvan the plowing and sowing of winter crops begins (Radak). Others associate the word Bul with the word Mabul (flood), as this month typically sees heavy rainfall. The constellation Cheshvan corresponds to the constellation Scorpio. During this month, the world thirsts for rain, like a scorpion languishing from lack of water. #JDC #jewishtradition

🎉 SIMCHAT TORAH celebration at the AJT JUNIOR children's club! ✡️ Our young generation of the community celebrated the end of the annual cycle of Torah reading with cheerful dancing, exciting games, and a creative workshop.🚩🥳 Filled with the joy of the holiday and waving symbolic flags made by hand, the children are already looking forward to new meetings in the month of Cheshvan! 💫 #JDC #simhattorah #jewishtradition #tora #AJTTIR