In a heartfelt and uplifting session, Rabbi Levi Garelik addressed the devoted Shadchanim of the Shidduch House, offering much-needed clarity, guidance, and chizuk.
He took the time to answer pressing questions that Shadchanim encounter on a daily basis, questions that often go unspoken but are deeply felt by those working tirelessly behind the scenes to help our community’s singles.
Rabbi Garelik didn’t shy away from the tough topics. From navigating sensitive family dynamics, to understanding the halachic and hashkafic perspectives on various dating situations, he spoke openly and practically, bringing light and clarity to many gray areas. His responses were both insightful and empowering, helping the Shadchanim feel more confident and grounded in their mission.
Beyond the halachic guidance, Rabbi Garelik also gave chizuk. He acknowledged the emotional weight that Shadchanim often carry the responsibility, the highs and lows, the endless follow-ups—and reminded them of the tremendous zechus and impact of their work.
The room was filled with a renewed sense of purpose and unity. Many Shadchanim expressed how meaningful it was to feel seen, supported, and validated in their unique role. This gathering was more than just a Q&A—it was a boost of strength and encouragement that will surely carry them forward.
This gathering was a reminder that the work of a Shadchan is holy, impactful, and deeply appreciated. Surrounded by peers and guided by the heartfelt words of Rabbi Garelik, the Shadchanim left feeling uplifted, more connected, and better equipped to continue their vital work. With renewed energy and purpose, they return to their mission—helping singles build meaningful and lasting homes, one step and one match at a time.
To learn more, visit www.shidduchhouse.com
Don’t miss our monthly Meet the Shadchan events — a warm and welcoming space to connect:
Girls: First Tuesday of every month
Boys: First Thursday of every month
With heartfelt gratitude, we’re proud to share that we’ve just passed 100 Shidduchim since opening our home. Every connection counts — and we’re just getting started.
Contact Chumi Andrusier at 332-277-8439 for more information or to reserve your spot.
I have heard from several people that some Shadchanim take their info, but never or barely ever get back to them with a suggestion, and that there are certain shadchanim that only work with people that they feel are from the “upper echelons” of the community. Why is this so? Something has to change!
If you are going to go through your life by “ I have heard from other people” instead of experiencing or asking on your own………
I can confirm
Do you think they are taking their precious time to take people’s information but don’t want to come up with suggestions? Do you realize how ludicrous that sounds? Do You know how much time and effort goes in to coming up with a suggestion that they think is suitable, do you know how many people reach out to them? Do you realize that there are so few shadchanim and so many people that seek their service that it is overwhelming for them and it is literally impossible to come up with suggestions for everyone, you think that by attacking shadchanim… Read more »
Yes a lot of shatchanim have no intention of bring helpful. They take my profile. Realize I’m not their type and move on. Leaving me hanging, calling, emailing without a reply. I’m not marrying their son. I’m trying to find a suitable match that they might or might not have. You cant be a mentch and say it? Some dont even do my age group and yet they ask for my profile. What’s the reason, I ask you? Its personal information that I have already hard time to give out and to top it off they dont even have my… Read more »
They are not helping for the sake of helping, they are doing it as a business.
Let the shadchanim respond to people who communicate with them and not ignore.
I agree they are not in any way obliged to help you, however if someone reaches out to them let them have the decency to respond and not ignore.
Respond you can’t help or you will try or right now they are busy or even go find another shadchen to help, don’t just simply ignore and then complain no one respects the shadchanim.
I have tried for years. Just help me network. Nothing. I am not a beggar. We’ve cut off ways of naturally meeting people and so we rely on shadchanim who are busy with their own life. Thousands of broken hearts. Thousands of singles.