By Aliza Genauer, Judaic Studies Teacher

Recently, the students of Derech Emunah had the opportunity to spend a special Shabbat together at a school-wide Shabbaton, here in Seward Park.with teacher Mrs. Chaya Tendler, in attendance. Mrs. Tendler had the opportunity to speak with her students face to face and was able to introduce them to her adorable baby who joined her for Shabbat.  

The theme of the Shabbaton was "Hashgacha Pratit," Divine Intervention.  Students genuinely enjoyed and appreciated this theme very much. One student commented that “After this Shabbaton, I feel closer to Hashem and see Him more in my life. For this, I am extremely grateful to the Shabbaton committee and to the speakers who inspired me."

Shabbaton highlights include delicious meals hosted by the Cohens and Wegodskys. The chili provided at the Mexican themed meal was a huge treat and much appreciated.

Our "Seudot Shabbat" (Sabbath meals) nourished both body and soul, as students gave Divrei Torah at each meal. Another highlight was the emotional "Hashgacha Pratit" stories shared by Mrs. Rachelly Maimon and Mrs. Penina Malka Harris.

The Shabbaton concluded with an exciting scavenger hunt on Saturday night at Target capping off a wonderful Shabbat weekend. 

Thank you to all the hard-workers who made this Shabbaton possible!