In an effort launched to mark the first year since the passing of Mrs. Sarah Rohr, beloved wife of philanthropist Sami Rohr and matriarch of the Rohr Family, the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute called upon Jews worldwide to honor her memory this past Shabbat by committing themselves to Torah study, acts of compassion and lighting Shabbat candles.

More than 100 Jewish communities worldwide signed on to the campaign, which can be found online at www.SarahRohrMemorial.com.

The Rohr JLI is a division of Merkos L’Inyonei Chinuch, the educational arm of Chabad-Lubavitch. …