Location: Chabad Center of UC
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Address: 3813 Governor Dr., San Diego, CA, 92122 United States of America
Instructor: Rabbi Yudell Reiz, Rabbi Moishe Leider
- Phone: 8584551670
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.chabaduc.org
Class Schedule
Love Every Jew, No Exceptions
Why Even the Wicked Deserve Our Love
Is there ever an exception to the mitzvah of loving your fellow Jew? This class explores Moses’s remarkable love for Dathan and Abiram—his lifelong adversaries—and what it teaches about seeing beyond faults to the hidden goodness in every Jew.
The Power of Letting Go
Forgiveness, Healing, and the Path to True Unity
Does forgiveness mean withholding punishment, or does it require something deeper? This class explores Moses’s response to the people’s rebellion, revealing that true forgiveness restores unity and helps others heal—just as G-d does for us.
The Strength to Surrender
Why Letting Go Is the Ultimate Power
Strength is often seen as control, but Judaism defines it as surrendering to something greater. Balaam’s prophecy likens the Jewish people to unshakable mountains, rooted in ancestral strength. This class explores why true power lies in self-sacrifice and choosing holiness over convenience.
Eternal Moments
How the Everyday Connects Us to the Infinite
Daily rituals can feel like a grind, but what if they’re your bridge to the eternal? This class uncovers how the daily sacrifice in the Temple shows us that every moment holds a chance to experience G-d’s infinite light. No special occasion needed.
Leading with Heart
When Leadership Means Feeling the Pain
Leadership isn’t about taking charge—it’s about taking on the pain of those you lead. Learn from Moses and the tribal princes how true leadership grows from empathy, not duty, and why genuine care always leads to action.
Upward Is the Only Option
Stagnation, Even in Holiness, Leads to Regression
In life and in our relationship with G-d, progress is not optional—it’s essential. This class explores the deeper meaning behind Moses’s rebuke of the Jewish people for lingering at Sinai, and how this teaches us the necessity of spiritual growth and constant motion. Discover why the best time to move forward is always now.
The Unbreakable Bond
The Secret to Our Survival against All Odds
How have the Jewish people remained distinct despite centuries of exile and cultural influence? This class uncovers the deeper force that has preserved Jewish identity—a spiritual resilience implanted by Moses.
The Missing Piece That Says It All
What a Single Letter Reveals about Torah, Miracles, and Life
A single missing letter in the Torah might seem minor, but it speaks volumes. This class explores Rashi’s take on a missing vav, revealing how the Torah’s miracles aren’t just supernatural—they shape the physical world, too.
Not Just Me, Myself, and I
Why Your Actions Are Bigger than You
Is what you do really just your business? This class explores a core Jewish idea: Our actions reflect not just on ourselves but on Torah, Judaism, and even G-d Himself. Looking at Rashi’s take on a historic oath, we’ll discover how personal conduct has communal and spiritual implications—and why that matters more than ever.
Wholehearted
Choosing Trust over Certainty
What’s wrong with wanting to know what the future holds? This class explores the Torah’s directive to “be sincere with G-d”—to live with wholehearted trust rather than constant calculation.
Duty Calls
G-d Loves Brute Commitment
This class explores how fulfilling mitzvot out of duty—without passion—still earns G-d’s favor and brings Divine blessing. Discover the power of simple, committed observance.
Motivated by Nature
When Doing the Right Thing Feels Like the Only Thing
When Doing the Right Thing Feels Like the Only Thing You believe in Judaism—but sometimes it’s hard to follow through. This class explores a surprising Rashi, a mystical take on first fruits, and a powerful truth: You already have all the motivation you need. You just have to tap into it.
The Silent Connection
How the Sound of the Shofar Speaks Louder than Words
Rosh Hashanah is more than a new year; it’s a wake-up call to reconnect with G-d. This class reveals how even a mitzvah done on autopilot can spark a profound connection.
When the Smoke Rises
How Your Worst Moments Can Lift You Higher
We all have parts of our story we’d rather leave behind. But on Yom Kippur, the Torah reveals something deeper: Even your lowest moments can become the source of your greatest growth. Discover the hidden message in the cloud of incense that rose in the Holy of Holies—and how it still speaks to us today.
Drunk on Water
The Surprising Joy of Holding Nothing Back
Sukkos is known for its overflowing joy—but the deepest celebration comes not from wine but from water. This class explores the secret of the simchat beit hasho’evah and how real joy doesn’t come from self-expression but from self-transcendence.