“What can we say about the challah from Tzippy and Rabbi Slavin? Above all, it's delicious. The dough is meticulously prepared and the baking is perfect. Our family likes to reheat it to recreate the feeling that we have baked our own challah. When it's ready, it feels like home and sounds like family. The kids are always excited about it. Rich and Vicky deliver it every Friday morning, and it's a delight to chat with them about San Clemente and Chabad. Thanks to this challah, we know that we are part of an extraordinary Jewish community here at the southernmost point of Orange County.”

—Cyrille and Polyanna Bernardin Bigle, Timothee and Jeremie

“Our experience at the Hebrew School of Chabad of San Clemente has been exceptional. Our children connect with other Jewish kids while learning to read Hebrew, discovering the meaning behind Jewish holidays, and participating in crafts, cooking projects, and hands-on activities. Tzippy and Rabbi Slavin, as well as the excellent teachers and staff, create an exciting environment that facilitates a sense of Jewish pride. Our kids look forward to it every Sunday! We are thankful to be a part of the Hebrew School community.”

—Emily Howland

“Chabad of San Clemente has been a tremendous positive community for us as a military family. They opened their arms and brought us in with so much support and love. My children love the Hebrew School, which they attend on scholarship. It's fun, educational, loving and nurturing, and it gives them a sense of their Jewish values. I wish every military family could feel the love and support that Chabad has given us. Without them, we wouldn't feel as at home as we are in San Clemente.”

—Staff Sergeant Michael and Betsy Beach

“Community is the word that best describes Chabad of San Clemente. They have created a warm, caring, and friendly community of Jewish people where once there was none. Over the years, this community has helped us get through times of great sorrow and been with us to celebrate times of enormous joy. We thank you for this invaluable gift of community.”

—Marty and Natalie Stein