The Shul (Synagogue) at Chabad , is one of the many important facets of the activities and services operated from our Chabad Lubavitch Centres based in Gants Hill, under the direction of Rabbi Aryeh Sufrin and assisted by Rabbi Moshe Muller and at Buckhurst Hill, Essex, under Rabbi Odom Brandman.
This Centre is housed within our 3500 sq ft building at 395 Eastern Avenue, Gants Hill, Essex, IG2 6LR, a beautifully furnished, modern, multi -purpose building which is transformed into a relaxed, informal unique Orthodox Synagogue setting, with seating provided for up to 200 people.
Just by walking through the front doors, and being warmly greeted by one of the Shul members, (taking a short period as a security volunteer), you will already feel and hear the special atmosphere within.
The friendly greetings and welcome given to all who attend, from the first visit and thereafter, helps everyone to relax and become part of the” Family of Chabad” within North East London & Essex.
There is no need to worry or be uncomfortable if you or your fellow guests feel that Hebrew reading and knowledge is not yet at the level that you may expect it to be – Chabad’s philosophy is to greet you with open arms and assist you along your Shabbat morning Shul experience.
The prayers and reading from the Torah are made easy to follow as they are helped along by explanations, both written and verbal in English and page numbers are announced throughout.
Under the direction of Mrs Devorah Sufrin, younger children have Play & Pray programmes every week. Firstly children sit with parents in the Shul environment followed at 11am by a Children’s Service, under a trained youth educator, where there is basic davening followed by their own Kiddush as well as activities and games.
At some point in the future you may even wish to access weekly learning opportunities for men and women to understand better and develop your own knowledge
It is never too late to learn. This is the philosophy of Chabad.
Mid way through the Shabbat morning service “time speak” is presented by one of the regular attendees, giving the community an opportunity to participate in sharing the basic story and lessons from the Sedra (Torah Reading) before it is read.
The weekly Drosha (sermon) delivered by Rabbi Aryeh Sufrin, always gives over a deeper message, about how the Sedra is applicable to our everyday lives while retaining the interest of all with his unique all encompassing warmth and humourous style.
Every week the service concludes with a hot cholent (vegetarian) Kiddush, with sweet & savoury delicacies and “lechaim” and of course non alcoholic drinks.. Notwithstanding that Chabad is renowned for its selection of Malt whiskies and Vodka, responsible drinking is taken seriously and practiced by all at Chabad.
It is undoubtedly the best time for all to socialise and catch up with the other members of the Family here of Chabad and to develop and strengthen friendships.
Specially catered events eg Shabbat Lunches, Friday Night Dinners take place throughout the year, comprising all the traditional foods together with singing and listening to words of wisdom and encouragement.
We also arrange hospitality and meals for guests visiting the area for Shabbat .
If you or someone you know would like to try the Chabad Shabbat experience, this is an open invitation to take that initial step through the door at 395 Eastern Avenue.
The Shul (Synagogue) at Chabad , is one of the many important facets of the activities and services operated from our Chabad Lubavitch Centres based in Gants Hill, under the direction of Rabbi Aryeh Sufrin and assisted by Rabbi Moshe Muller and at Buckhurst Hill, Essex, under Rabbi Odom Brandman. 
