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Chabad Lubavitch Guatemala

Chabad House

Chabad House in Guatemala City, Guatemala, led by Rabbi Shalom Pelman.

Chabad Lubavitch of Guatemala City is a home for every Jew — whether local or just passing through. Guided by the vision and inspiration of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, we are dedicated to strengthening Jewish life, learning, and community in Guatemala with warmth and joy.

Our mission is simple: to share the beauty, depth, and relevance of Judaism with every Jew in a welcoming, non-judgmental environment. From holiday celebrations and Shabbat dinners to Torah study and children’s programs, we strive to create meaningful Jewish experiences that uplift, inspire, and connect.

🌟 Whether you are a longtime resident of Guatemala City or a visitor exploring our beautiful country, you’ll always find an open door and a warm smile.

🌟 Our Shabbat table is alive with song, delicious food, and the spirit of community.

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Programs

Sponsor a Kiddush
Synagogue
Deli Kosher - Pesach Items
Kosher Food at Chabad
Kosher Certification
Kosher
Shabbat Hospitality
Kosher Central America
Mikvah
Kosher Food
Rosh Hashanah
Our Mikvah
Mikvah Mei Miriam

Young professionals

A Chabad Young Professionals community, led by Sholom Pelman.

Chabad Young Professionals

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People

Rabbi Shalom PelmanDirector
Mrs. Yael PelmanDirector

What they offer

Chabad Lubavitch Guatemala is a Chabad house in Guatemala City, led by Rabbi Shalom Pelman.

There is a synagogue on the premises. Visitors are welcomed for Shabbat and holiday meals. A kosher store is run here. There is a Judaica shop. They kosher kitchens for the community. Dishes can be toveled here.

Classes run regularly, one-to-one study can be arranged and courses from the Jewish Learning Institute are taught. There is a library.

For children there is a preschool, after-school programmes and a children's club.

Older children and young adults have a teen club, bar and bat mitzvah instruction, a bar mitzvah club, a bat mitzvah club and a young professionals' circle.

Couples are prepared for marriage.

The center visits patients in hospital, distributes food packages, provides humanitarian aid, runs a free loan fund and helps people find work.

There is a women's group. Holiday programs run through the year, hands on. Mezuzos and tefillin can be checked here. The building is wheelchair accessible. They publish. Computer training is taught.