We are a warm and welcoming community located in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts where people of many backgrounds and beliefs come together to worship and explore the richness of the Jewish tradition. Ahavath Sholom was founded in 1926 and is affiliated with Reconstructing Judaism.
The mission of Congregation Ahavath Sholom is to support a completely participatory, egalitarian, and inclusive Reconstructionist Jewish community. While recognizing the dynamic and evolving nature of Judaism in modern life, we engage with our traditions to inspire our ethical and spiritual growth. We encourage study, prayer, and celebration, education of children, and acts of caring and social justice.
We have all seen the ways that transition continues to be invigorating to our Ahavath Sholom community. When our beautiful Berkshire summer turns to fall, we look forward to celebrating the High Holy Days together again at Berkshire South. For this year’s services, our Emerita Rabbi Barbara Cohen will lead us through the Days of Awe and will be joined by our Rabbi Jennifer Rudin on Erev Rosh Hashanah and the afternoon of Yom Kippur and Break Fast.
We hope you join with our community in welcoming the New Year 5786.
September Services and Events
Wednesday, September 10 at 10:00 AM: Café Kehillah with Rabbi Jennifer Rudin via Zoom
Friday, September 12 at 5:00 PM: Musical Kabbalat Shabbat with Rabbi Jennifer Rudin
Saturday, September 13 at 10:00 AM: Shabbat Torah Study with Rabbi Jennifer Rudin
Monday, September 15 at 12:00 PM: Memoir Workshop with Barbara Janoff via Zoom
7:00 PM: Photography Workshop with Arthur Hillman via Zoom
Wednesday, September 17 at 10:00 AM: Café Kehillah with Rabbi Jennifer Rudin via Zoom
Monday, September 22 at 7:00 PM: Erev Rosh HaShanah at Berkshire South Community Center
with Rabbi Barbara Cohen and Rabbi Jennifer Rudin
Tuesday, September 23 at 10:00 AM: Rosh HaShanah at Berkshire South Community Center
with Rabbi Barbara Cohen
Saturday, September 27 at 10:00 AM: Shabbat Shuvah with Rabbi Jennifer Rudin
Sunday, September 28 at 11:00 AM: Sukkah building
Note: Unless indicated, all services & events take place at the synagogue at 15 North Street, Great Barrington
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