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Chabad of Altoona is a home where everyone is welcome - regardless of affiliation, level of knowledge or observance.
We strive to create a warm, welcoming environment to explore and experience our heritage in a non-judgmental and inviting atmosphere.
We are founded on the principle that, while Jews may embrace many levels of observance in their personal lives, there should be a place for all Jews - no labels, no affiliations - to develop a sense of community, to enhance the experience of being Jewish, to learn and enjoy Judaism.
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  • Gratefulness and the Holey BagelThere is a deep truth hidden in the hole of the bagel: Always start with the knowledge that you trul... Read More
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Shabbat & Holidays
Candle Lighting Times
Altoona, PA
Light Candles at
4:40 PM  -  Friday, November 13
Shabbat Ends
5:40 PM  -  Shabbat, November 14
Weekly Torah Portion
Toldot
Upcoming Holiday
Chanukah
Dec. 4 - Dec. 12
Daily Thought
Jacob's Journey
You are Jacob. This is the story of your soul. As Jacob journeyed from Beersheva to Haran, so your soul journeyed from the wellspring of all souls to this formidable world. As Jacob made a vow as he departed, so too your soul made such a vow, Jacob’s vow. She said: “If G-d will be with me and protect me on this journey and provide me the bread of Torah wisdom to enlighten my soul, and the clothing of mitzvahs to shine light in places where it has never shone before... “And if I make it through the turmoil of earthly life, the burdens, the passions, the anxieties...
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