A special celebratory gathering dedicated to Rosh Chodesh Elul took place in the “Jewish Home” women’s project of the Dnipro Jewish Community, led by Rebbetzin Chana Kaminezki.
With the support of the Dnipro Jewish Community, the event was held on the cozy summer terrace of a hummus bar and became a true celebration for all participants. The project organizer and coordinator, Khaya Prasolova, created an unparalleled atmosphere of warmth and heartfelt comfort, filling the evening with special meaning.
Chief Rabbi of Zaporizhzhia Nochum Ehrentreu ha-Cohen congratulated the women on the holiday and recited the Birkat Kohanim (Priestly Blessing). Another highlight was an educational session curated by Tziporah Nachshon, focusing on the unique nature of the month of Elul. It is during this time that our service to the Almighty gains special depth. Jewish tradition emphasizes three primary paths—teshuvah (repentance), tefilah (prayer), and tzedakah (charity)—with Torah always remaining the fourth foundation. The wonderful instructor Daniela Listengurt conducted an inspiring session for the participants, explaining how these values can be embodied in daily life.
A key moment of the lesson was the fulfillment of one of the most important commandments of Elul—hearing the sound of the shofar. For the project participants, the shofar-blowing ceremony was conducted by Elisha Efrayim Prasolov, adding profound spiritual depth to the gathering.
“Our dear friend and role model for many women, Khaya Maltseva, generously gifted three wigs to our women ahead of Rosh Chodesh Elul. Indeed, during Elul, as Jews prepare for Rosh HaShanah, women’s good deeds and stories about them hold special power—they inspire others and become an additional source of merit for the entire community. All the women felt blessed and joyful,” shared Khaya Prasolova.
Thanks to the support of the Dnipro Jewish Community and its spiritual leader, Chief Rabbi Shmuel Kaminezki, the participants of the “Jewish Home” project have the opportunity to grow spiritually, strengthen their knowledge, and build an even stronger connection with the Torah, tradition, and their Jewish identity. “But this time, our program exceeded all expectations due to the special care of Rabbi Reuven Kaminezki,” continued the organizer. “To conclude the evening, the participants went up to the 18th floor, where they took several photos to commemorate this wonderful day. Rosh Chodesh is considered a women’s holiday, and this time we celebrated it as it should be—with joy, gratitude, and unity.”
