Join the worldwide movement keeping it together on Shabbat
7-8 November 2025
The Shabbat Project is a global movement, founded in South Africa in 2013 by Chief Rabbi Dr Warren Goldstein, that invites Jews everywhere to rediscover the gift of Shabbat.
“I have a wonderful gift in My treasure house, and Shabbat is its name.”
– Talmud Shabbat 10b
Join the worldwide movement keeping it together on Shabbat
7-8 November 2025
The Shabbat Project is a global movement, founded in South Africa in 2013 by Chief Rabbi Dr Warren Goldstein, that invites Jews everywhere to rediscover the gift of Shabbat.
“I have a wonderful gift in My treasure house, and Shabbat is its name.”
– Talmud Shabbat 10b
The Gift of Serenity
The Gift of Peace
The Gift of Clarity
The Gift of Connection
The Gift of Meaning
The Gift of Creation
The Shabbat Project began in South Africa in 2013, founded by Chief Rabbi Dr Warren Goldstein.
What started as a local initiative has since become a global movement, driven by passionate volunteers who inspire their families, friends, communities and cities to experience the gift of Shabbat together.
Shabbat is not just a Jewish tradition, it’s a timeless gift.
A day to disconnect from the chaos, and reconnect to what matters most: family, community, purpose, peace. The Shabbat Project exists to help every Jew, everywhere, rediscover the beauty of this sacred gift.
The Shabbat Project is embraced by Jews of all backgrounds,
affiliations, and levels of observance.
It’s not about rules. It’s about presence. It’s about joy. It’s about togetherness.
And it’s about each of us taking a step, however big or small, towards opening
the gift of Shabbat.
Every year, local communities host challah bakes, communal meals, learning sessions, and more – all under one shared banner of Jewish pride,
love, and renewal.
The Shabbat Project began in South Africa in 2013, founded by Chief Rabbi Dr Warren Goldstein.
What started as a local initiative has since become a global movement, driven by passionate colunteers who inspire their families, friends, communities and cities to experience the gift of Shabbat together.
Our resources are designed to make Shabbat participation to be simple, meaningful and enjoyable.
These user-friendly resources help you fully prepare everything you need for Shabbat. They provide practical guidelines, easy-to-follow ‘how to’ steps for various Shabbat practices, and a clear text of all the blessings and prayers.
We also have a few delicious recipes and fun games for you to enjoy.
Shabbat.
A Day to Create Yourself.
by Chief Rabbi Dr. Warren Goldstein
In this book you will learn how Shabbat isn’t just a day of rest, but A Day to Create Yourself.
You will discover how Shabbat can unleash personal and societal renewal, and how it offers us a recipe for happiness in an increasingly complex world.
Shabbat gives us the tools to create the best version of ourselves and our world, reminding us that our most important accomplishments in life cannot be touched or measured or priced.
Start learning together.
Shabbat: A Day To Create Yourself offers meaningful study to elevate everyone’s Shabbat. Start your own learning group and join the worldwide movement of growing and learning more about the vision and values of the gift Shabbat.
Shabbat is not just a Jewish tradition, it’s a timeless gift.
A day to disconnect from the chaos, and reconnect to what matters most: family, community, purpose, peace. The Shabbat Project exists to help every Jew, everywhere, rediscover the beauty of this sacred gift.
The Shabbat Project is embraced by Jews of all backgrounds, affiliations, and levels of observance.
It’s not about rules. It’s about presence. It’s about joy. It’s about togetherness. And it’s about each of us taking a step, however big or small, towards opening the gift of Shabbat.
Every year, local communities host challah bakes, communal meals, learning sessions, and more – all under one shared banner of Jewish pride, love, and renewal.
Our resources are designed to make Shabbat participation to be simple, meaningful and enjoyable.
These user-friendly resources help you fully prepare everything you need for Shabbat. They provide practical guidelines, easy-to-follow ‘how to’ steps for various Shabbat practices, and a clear text of all the blessings and prayers.
We also have a few delicious recipes and fun games for you to enjoy.
Shabbat.
A Day to Create Yourself.
by Chief Rabbi Dr. Warren Goldstein
You will discover how Shabbat can unleash personal and societal renewal, and how it offers us a recipe for happiness in an increasingly complex world.
Shabbat gives us the tools to create the best version of ourselves and our world, reminding us that our most important accomplishments in life cannot be touched or measured or priced.
Start learning together.
Shabbat: A Day To Create Yourself offers meaningful study to elevate everyone’s Shabbat. Start your own learning group and join the worldwide movement of growing and learning more about the vision and values of the gift Shabbat.
Start Your Learning Journey
Sign up and receive a weekly chapter digital download of “Shabbat: A Day to Create Yourself” to get started.
Want to start your own learning group?
Watch the story inspiring
communities worldwide.
Watch the story inspiring communities worldwide.
Shabbat is the Divine gift we need to thrive in today’s frenzied world.
Shabbat is a weekly opportunity from our Creator to improve our quality of life, to be happier and more fulfilled as individuals, and to nurture our precious relationships.
It gives us the time and space to breathe, strengthen our faith and our family, to find meaning and purpose and connection.
Shabbat rejuvenates our faith in God, restores Jewish pride and identity, and strengthens Jewish unity across the globe.
Keep the Gift
Would you like to receive a starter-pack for keeping Shabbat?
Share the Gift
Would you like to receive a starter-pack to help you organize events in your city and spread the word with family and friends?
Our team is here 24/6 to help you plan your Shabbat Project activities, promote your events, provide and update you with all of our partner resources as they become available, create customized artwork for your events, connect you with the global partner group, and more.
Be Part of Something Bigger
Be Part of Something Bigger
Connect with the global Shabbat community. Find events, partners, and resources in your city and beyond.
Global Community
Interactive map, partner network, and multi-language resources coming soon.
The Shabbat Project 2025