In the Beginning: 

From a small synagogue in Brooklyn in the winter of 1951, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, otherwise known as the "Rebbe" transformed a small Chassidic dynasty of 200 years into the largest Jewish outreach organization. Today, Chabad-Lubavitch has 3,500 centers across the globe. 

Chabad’s unprecedented global success is tied to the fact that it is non-judgmental, with an all are welcome style - making ancient, traditional and authentic Judaism accessible and meaningful, in a modern and fast-paced world.

To learn more about the Rebbe, check out:

www.chabad.org/therebbe

Rabbi Yossi grew up in Sydney, Australia. After completing his yeshiva studies in Israel, Chicago, New York and New Haven, he received his Rabbinical ordination in 2013 from Machon Smicha in Melbourne, Australia. He served as a Rabbi for RARA Australia, where he brought support and Jewish life across the country and established fire relief efforts for those displaced by the bushfires. Rabbi Yossi has always been passionate about outreach, volunteering, Torah learning and connecting people of all affiliations to their Jewish roots. He has a love for Judaism and a passion to inspire people of all ages and backgrounds.

Leah grew up in Brooklyn, NY. With her exceptional love for children, and energetic, upbeat personality, Leah is a master educator with years of experience teaching children of all ages.

From hosting Shabbat and holiday dinners, to sharing her delicious Challahs with the community, to studying with Bat Mitzvah girls and community members, Leah shares her excitement and love for Judaism with everyone she meets.

Rabbi Yossi & Leah Schapiro established Chabad of West Delray in September of 2019, with the goal to create a vibrant Jewish community center where all Jews feel welcome.

We are honored to be your neighbors and look forward to building meaningful connections together.