This past Shabbos, over 50 Heichal alumni studying in Israel gathered for an uplifting and unforgettable reunion Shabbaton at the spacious and comfortable Bayit VeGan guest house in Yerushalayim. The talmidim joined together for the weekend with Rosh Yeshiva Rav Aryeh Stechler and fellow alumni. Talmidim from more than fifteen different Israeli yeshivos enjoyed a memorable and meaningful weekend of bonding, friendship and sharing their experiences in learning and yeshiva life.

Rav Stechler caught up with each talmid, and shared words of chizzuk during this challenging time for Eretz Yisroel. Throughout Shabbos, Rav Stechler shared words of encouragement, emphasizing the importance of recognizing how each individual can contribute in their unique way. He expressed pride in each talmid, commending them for their dedication to learning in Israel as a tremendous zechus for all the chayalim.

Rav Stechler observed how much the talmidim appreciated their time together, and how significant the reunion was in fostering a sense of camaraderie. Throughout the Shabbos, numerous talmidim shared divrei Torah and divrei bracha, demonstrating their growth during their time in yeshiva. After a full weekend of bonding, inspiration, ruach-filled davening, singing and shmoozing, the Shabbaton concluded with a melava malkah and spirited dancing in the signature Heichal vibe.