Sydney boy writes:
Now that a date has been set for the departure of their popular and respected Rav, what does the future hold for the Tzemach Tzedek community?
Do they continue to operate as an independent Shul? Will they appoint another rabbi? Do they want another rabbi? Can they afford a rabbi?
If the answer to those questions is "yes", then the next question is: "Where will they find another leader with even some of the qualities of Rav Braun?“
While Rabbi Braun was always valued and admired in Sydney, his elevation to one of the highest posts in the Chabad rabbinical world indicates how fortunate we have been to have him in our midst for the past few years. At the same time this makes the selection of a replacement an even more difficult task.
Meanwhile I am sure that everyone joins me in wishing him and his family Hatzlacha Rabba in his new position.