After last year’s incredible success, with over 1,000 women participating, Bais Rivkah Alumnae is excited to bring back Strength for the Soul, a two-day virtual Tanya summit, offering a fresh way to prepare for Yud Tes Kislev with short, impactful (and free!) classes.
On Motzei Shabbos, tes zayin Kislev, and Sunday, yud zayin Kislev, six engaging speakers will present thirty-minute sessions on diverse, thought-provoking topics, bringing the Tanya’s teachings to life in a relatable and transformative way.
Hosted by Mrs. Sara Blau, author of Close to You, this summit is the perfect opportunity to connect with Chassidus from the comfort of your home.
Event Schedule (8:00–9:30 PM each night):
מוצאי שבת, ט״ז כסלו:
Rabbi Mendel Krasnjanski: “The Alter Rebbe Seeks Our Minds”
Rabbi Shais Taub: “The Body as a Divine Instrument”
Rabbi Leibel Goldfarb: “What in Tanya is worth dying for”
Sunday, י״ז כסלו:
Mrs. Mushka Scharf: “The Gift of Bittul”
Mrs. Rivkie Gremont: “The Unlocked Gates: Yud Tes Kislev and the Public Sharing of Jewish Mysticism”
Mrs. Zeesy Piamenta: “Tanya in my day to day life”
Night 1
Night 2


Wow! Last year was incredible, I can’t wait to join again. Kol Hakavod Bais Rivkah!
That you’re doing this again
Looks like an amazing initiative! Very needed, relevant and practical. Kol Hakavod!
Amazing!! Such depth and emes. And love his energy and sense of humor. We need more of him!