We are pained, but we are united - and we will overcome!

Words cannot describe how we all feel right now. There are simply no terms in the dictionary to describe the depth of the pain, the outrage, and the sadness. [Chabad.org]( [View Online]( ב"ה [War in Israel]( A Note From Our Hearts Dear Friend, Words cannot describe how we all feel right now. There are simply no terms in the dictionary to describe the depth of the pain, the outrage, and the sadness. But neither can words contain the strength of the Jewish People’s resolve, and the immense power of our faith and our unity. United as one and firm in our trust in G-d, Torah assures us victory over the evil people who are blinded by darkness. Following the guidance of the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, of righteous memory, we will march forward with joy, confident in G-d's help. It is no coincidence that the hostilities broke out on Simchat Torah, the day we joyously read how G-d created heaven and earth. It was He who gave the Land of Israel to His beloved nation, and it is He who will surely watch over us today. Please see below a selection of prayers, stories and insights which we hope can bring you some comfort, context, and encouragement. Let’s remember: We are all in this together. And together, with G-d’s help, we shall overcome. We pray for healing for the injured, safe return for the hostages, and divine protection for our brave IDF soldiers. The Chabad.org Team P.S. If you’re looking for our regular weekly features for this week (Parshat Bereishit, [click here](. [Discuss]( [7 Things You Can Do for Israel Now]( [7 Things You Can Do for Israel Now]( Help by taking an action from this list, and by sharing it with family, friends and colleagues [Read]( [Psalms for Times of Distress]( [Psalms for Times of Distress]( "...if we only knew the power of verses of Psalms and their effect in the spiritual realms, we would recite them constantly." – The Tzemach Tzedek [Read]( [I Desperately Needed to Know What the Rebbe Said]( [I Desperately Needed to Know What the Rebbe Said]( The Rebbe quoted a famous Jewish idea that G-d is our “shadow,” reflecting our behavior. When we act joyously, He mirrors that joy back to us. Despite everything, we need—we must!—be filled with positive energy! By Mendy Kaminker [Read]( [I Am an IDF Fighter and My Faith Will Carry Me Through ]( [I Am an IDF Fighter and My Faith Will Carry Me Through]( G-d has handed us a mission, and with your support, we will do what we need to. By Ezzy Morgenstern [Read]( [Thoughts Give Life]( [Thoughts Give Life]( Ask yourself, “What am I needed for right now?” By Tzvi Freeman [Read]( [Join the Global Campaign to Light Shabbat Candles for Israel]( [Join the Global Campaign to Light Shabbat Candles for Israel]( #LightsForIsrael to be kindled this Friday, Oct. 13. Your light will make the world a better and brighter place. [Join]( [The View From the Lebanese Border]( [The View From the Lebanese Border]( Living on the border with Lebanon for more than 30 years, Brocha Leah Sasonkin approaches the war with faith, optimism, and a willingness to lend a hand Brocha Leah Sasonkin in conversation with Chana Weisberg [Watch (28:29)]( [Chabad Centers Near IDF Bases Provide Lifelines for Soldiers Headed to War]( [Chabad Centers Near IDF Bases Provide Lifelines for Soldiers Headed to War]( Chabad Houses in Eilat, Hebron and Metula serve troops all year long By Bruria Efune [Read]( [Israel Calls Up 360,000 More Reservists Ahead of Massive Battle]( [Israel Calls Up 360,000 More Reservists Ahead of Massive Battle]( Programs of support for Israel spread around the world By Yaakov Ort [Read]( [Israel Emergency Relief Fund]( [Israel Emergency Relief Fund]( We must act now to help our brothers and sisters! [Donate]( [Reporter’s Notebook: A Writer and Mother’s Chronicle of Terrorism and War ]( [Reporter’s Notebook: A Writer and Mother’s Chronicle of Terrorism and War]( Bruria Efune has been covering the Gaza War from her home in Beersheva By Bruria Efune [Read]( [With Hidden Power We Will Prevail]( [With Hidden Power We Will Prevail]( These people perceived a weakness in the Jewish people, and that is why they attacked. But this only awakened the hidden powers within each one of us. By Tzvi Freeman [Read]( [The Jewish Woman]( [Israel]( --------------------------------------------------------------- This email was sent to: {EMAIL} [Change email address]( · [Manage Subscriptions]( · [Unsubscribe]( [Contact Us]( · [Ask the Rabbi]( · [Privacy Policy]( · [Donate]( © Copyright [Chabad.org]( · 770 Eastern Parkway Suite 405 · Brooklyn, NY 11213