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rom the Anash.org inbox: A Chabad House in an unused space? Why say no? Why not guide, support, and celebrate? We should be making room for more people to serve Hashem.

    A Lubavitcher chossid writes:

    I'm sharing this as a cry for clarity, honesty, and a return to the essence of what shlichus truly means. I recently tried to start a small Chabad presence in an underserved area, but was met with resistance instead of cooperation. It seemed that "territory" had become a goal in itself.

    In some communities, shluchim block attempts to start new initiatives within their territory, not because they're servicing the space, but because it might affect their donors or turf. This mindset is backwards. Shlichus is about neshamos - every soul matters.

    The Rebbe sent shluchim to bring Yiddishkeit to every Jew, not to build walls or control neighborhoods. We should be guiding and supporting new initiatives, not slamming doors shut over lines on a map.

    Parnassa should be protected, but when the main concern becomes "losing donors," we've strayed from the Rebbe's vision. It's time we remember that shlichus is about giving, not winning. Let's make room for more people to serve Hashem and bring light to those who need it most.