Is what you think about Chabad at UCF myth or fact? You may be surprised!
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Chabad is inclusive and non-judgmental, and its programs are open to all. In fact, the vast majority of people who participate in Chabad programs are not Orthodox. The teachings of Chabad are imbued with the renowned Chassidic spirit and joy, and in no way is an Orthodox lifestyle a prerequisite for being welcome.
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Chabad is dedicated to engaging every Jew, regardless of background, affiliation or level of observance, and to providing resources that increase Jewish knowledge, enthusiasm and commitment. You're invited to explore Jewish tradition and practice in an open-minded, non-judgmental atmosphere, and each person makes their own decisions at their own pace.
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At Chabad, a Jew is a Jew is a Jew. Chabad avoids labeling other Jews, since labels divide and create artificial barriers between us. Since the days of Moses, Jewish law has considered anyone born of a Jewish mother or converted according to halacha to be a Jew, regardless of observance.
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Chabad, and the Lubavitcher Rebbe in particular, strongly support Israel. Many Chabadniks serve in the IDF, others provide practical and spiritual support to soldiers, and Chabad has a network of over 220 centers throughout Israel, including programs supporting victims of terror and their families.
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Each Chabad center is supported by the community it serves. No money or dues are sent to headquarters in New York, and we receive no funding from headquarters. Every dollar donated stays right here at UCF.