MARCH 16 • 2023 | 25
F
ollowing the devas-
tating shooting attack
at Michigan State
University, Chabad was there to
provide support to affected stu-
dents and families by sharing a
message of hope and kindness.
In a collaborative effort, The
Shul Chabad Lubavitch joined
forces with Dakota and Chabad
of MSU to deliver care packages
to those impacted by the shoot-
ing. The care packages were
thoughtfully curated, including
fresh challah and a heartfelt
note of support and encourage-
ment. This operation was made
possible through the support
and assistance of many gener-
ous donors and volunteers.
The Shul’s existing weekly
care package delivery program
played a significant role in
facilitating the distribution of
care packages to those affected
by the tragedy. With a track
record of distributing more
than 6,500 packages annually,
the organization had the neces-
sary infrastructure and exper-
tise to swiftly and efficiently
deliver packages to those in
need during this difficult time.
Rabbi Kasriel and Itty
Shemtov, directors of The Shul,
expressed their condolences
and support to those affected
by the shooting. They empha-
sized the importance of com-
munity and of coming together
in times of tragedy.
“Our hearts go out to all of
those affected by this senseless
act of violence,” said Rabbi
Kasriel. “We are here to offer
whatever support and comfort
we can, and we hope that we
can provide some measure of
comfort during this difficult
time.”
The response from the com-
munity was overwhelmingly
positive, with many expressing
their gratitude for the kindness
and support they received
from The Shul and its partners.
Students and families were
touched by the personal notes
and gestures of support, which
served as a reminder that they
were not alone in their grief.
“Thank you so much for the
challah, treats and the beautiful
note,” read a text Itty Shemtov
received. “You are always so
thoughtful and it cheered us
up a bit. Jonathan is having
a hard time dealing with the
trauma. I’m so glad he is home
and safe. Thank you again and
wishing you an early Shabbat
Shalom.”
The Shul and Chabad partners deliver
care packages to those impacted
by the mass shooting at MSU.
Delivering Comfort
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