As the new year begins, the Boca Raton Kollel reflects on the tremendous Torah learning, personal growth, and community impact it has been privileged to experience this past year — together with its cherished community.

Over the past year, the Kollel’s yungeleit immersed themselves in the depths of halacha, diligently studying the complexities of Hilchos Basar B’cholov, Ta’aruvos, Niddah, Choshen Mishpat, and additional simanim in Yoreh Deah. Their tireless hasmadah and mesiras nefesh, alongside the steadfast support of their wives, culminated in a remarkable milestone: receiving semicha — Yoreh Yoreh, Yodin Yodin.

A heartfelt mazal tov is extended to the new musmachim and their families. This achievement is not only a personal triumph but also a true kiddush Hashem and a source of pride for the entire Boca Raton community.

Spreading Torah Beyond Our Walls

The Kollel’s continued impact is demonstrated by the fact that its five graduating yungeleit are stepping into new roles across the Greater South Florida Jewish community:

• Rabbi Yosef Schottenfeld and Rabbi Shmuel Baldinger are joining Mizrahi Family Torah Academy as Rabbeim

• Rabbi Meir Palgon is becoming a Rebbi at Torah Academy of Boca Raton

• Rabbi Aaron Deutsch is serving as Executive Director of the new East Boca Kollel

• Rabbi Yaakov Rimmer is taking on the role of Director of Community Outreach at the Boca Raton Kollel

The community wishes them continued bracha in their new positions and expresses gratitude that they remain connected to the Kollel family.

Welcoming New Faces

The Kollel is thrilled to welcome four new yungeleit:

• Rabbi & Mrs. Yehoshua Lehmann

• Rabbi & Mrs. Yosaif Slotkin

• Rabbi & Mrs. Binyomin King

• Rabbi & Mrs. Chaim Goldberg

With their arrival — alongside the dedicated returning yungeleit — the kol Torah, harbotzas Torah, and warmth that define the Kollel will continue to flourish.

Together, the Kollel and its community have built a beautiful and welcoming makom Torah, a beacon of inspiration for the entire Boca Raton community. The Kollel recognizes that your partnership, friendship, and support make all of this possible.

Looking ahead, the Boca Raton Kollel eagerly anticipates another year of Torah, growth, and connection – together

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