Chabad Center

Of Leander

Learn. Give. Grow. Share. Teach.

Learn. Give. Grow. Share. Teach.

What is Chabad?

Chabad-Lubavitch is a philosophy, a movement, and an organization. It is considered to be the most dynamic force in Jewish life today.

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Our Mission

Chabad Jewish Center of Leander is founded on the principle that, while Jews 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 to have fun.

Chabad is just that place. By focusing on the individual's relationship to Judaism, Chabad appeals to all segments of the Jewish community. By offering a wide range of activities for adults, children and the whole family, Chabad follows many paths to enrich Jewish life in our community. And by bringing many different ideas together, Chabad can help you find the Jewish Community in your heart.

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THE TEAM

THE TEAM

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Rabbi Shmuly Levertov

Shmuly was born in Austin, to a family of Chabad Emissaries. He attended elementary school in Austin, Yeshiva in Detroit, Manchester, and Morristown, was a student mentor in the Yeshiva in Chicago, and studied in New York at the Central Lubavitch Yeshiva near the Lubavitch Headquarters where he received his rabbinical ordination.

From a young age, Shmuly displayed a passion for volunteering, whether with Jewish students on campus, community outreach, or Jewish summer camp. As a student, he would spend his Friday afternoons visiting Jewish shopkeepers sharing with them a Jewish thought or the opportunity to put on Tefillin. As his studies grew so did his commitment to enriching the lives of Jewish people.

CO-FOUNDER

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Nechomele Levertov

Nechomele, born in Texas to a family of Chabad Emissaries, was raised in Michigan where she attended both elementary and high school. Her passion for nurturing Jewish Children’s souls motivated Nechomele to spend her summers as a day camp and overnight camp counselor in numerous Chabad camps.

After graduating, and spending a year of learning in a teacher’s training seminary in Israel, Nechomele taught in the elementary school and high school she herself attended. Throughout her years teaching, Nechomele knew she would one day take her passion for sharing Judaism beyond the classroom.

CO-FOUNDER

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As a family, Shmuly, Nechomele and their children Chaya, Chana & Levi are embarking on a journey to make their dream of sharing their passion for Judaism a reality; here, in Leander, Texas. Together, they are committed to providing Jewish opportunities and creating a space where every Jew is welcome.

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