Temple Ahavat Achim

Temple Ahavat Achim invites you to join us for the Installation Weekend of Rav Naomi Gurt Lind.

Explore our Sylvia Cohen Family Learning Project - a warm, inclusive, and engaging Hebrew school for children in grades K-7.

Join us for Shabbat morning service and Sunday morning minyan every week. Sing and rejoice with us at our monthly musical Kabbalat Shabbat.

Temple Ahavat Achim is home to a welcoming and versatile congregation with a deep sense of solidarity, and commitment to our community.

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SaturdaySat, 24 MayMay, 2025

Rav Naomi Ordination Kiddush

Shabbat, May 24th 11:30a to 1:00pOn the day before Rav Naomi's Ordination Ceremony, there will be an informal kiddush lunch in the Social Hall following services to welcome her sisters and brothers-in-law to TAA. The congregation is invited, but RSVP is required.

SundaySun, 25 MayMay, 2025

Rav Naomi Ordination Ceremony

Sunday, May 25th 1:45p to 5:00pThis ceremony is when rabbinic candidates officially become rabbis. TAA members are invited to celebrate this momentous and special occasion with Rav Naomi, her classmates, and the wider community. Hebrew College, 1860 Washington Street, Newton 1:45 PM Ordination, reception on campus followed by casual after-party at Auburndate Cove until 6:30 PM. RSVP by May 15.

ThursdayThu, 29 MayMay, 2025

Adult Ed: Deepening Our Connection With One Another Panel Discussion

Thursday, May 29th 7:00p to 9:00pModerated by Alan Feldman, this panel is inspired by a recent book by Rabbi Sharon Brous, The Amen Effect: Ancient Wisdom to Mend Our Broken Hearts and the World. The panelists will address issues of loneliness/isolation and the importance of community as they describe how this wisdom has guided them in their professional work and personal lives. Panelists include: - Brent Davison, a local social worker with decades of clinical experience - Melissa Dimond, Executive Director of Wellspring House, which supports members of our community with housing, jobs, and education - Rav Naomi, the spiritual leader of TAA

SundaySun, 1 JunJune, 2025

SCFLP Siyum & Shavuot Program

Sunday, Jun 1st 5:00p to 9:00pIn addition to being the date of our SCFLP Siyyum (closing ceremony), June 1 is also Erev Shavuot. As we did last year, we will hold a Tikkun Leyl Shavuot with yummy dairy snacks and "dig into" our community learning. Rav Naomi is looking to include lots of different folks to offer brief teachings (half an hour or shorter) for the Tikkun. If you have something you'd like to teach, please get in touch with Rav Naomi.

FridayFri, 6 JunJune, 2025

Rav Naomi Installation Weekend - Joyful Friday Night in the Round

Friday, Jun 6th 6:30p to 9:00pA Joyful Friday Night in the Round Shabbat Service. "More than a nosh" in the Schmoozatorium at 6:30 PM, followed by a 7:15 PM Service with the TAA Band and Choir. Dessert to follow. (Click on Home Page to Register)

SaturdaySat, 17 MayMay, 2025

Shabbat Morning Services

Shabbat, May 17th 9:00a to 11:30aOur weekly Shabbat shacharit, with full Torah service (triennial cycle). Contact the office if you're interested in reading Torah or Haftarah, or participating in some other way. See our Livestream page to watch from home.

SundaySun, 18 MayMay, 2025

Sunday Minyan

Sunday, May 18th 9:00a to 10:00aWeekly Sunday service, in person and by Zoom

SaturdaySat, 24 MayMay, 2025

Shabbat Morning Services

Shabbat, May 24th 9:00a to 11:30aOur weekly Shabbat shacharit, with full Torah service (triennial cycle). Contact the office if you're interested in reading Torah or Haftarah, or participating in some other way. See our Livestream page to watch from home.

SaturdaySat, 24 MayMay, 2025

Rav Naomi Ordination Kiddush

Shabbat, May 24th 11:30a to 1:00pOn the day before Rav Naomi's Ordination Ceremony, there will be an informal kiddush lunch in the Social Hall following services to welcome her sisters and brothers-in-law to TAA. The congregation is invited, but RSVP is required.

SundaySun, 25 MayMay, 2025

Sunday Minyan

Sunday, May 25th 9:00a to 10:00aWeekly Sunday service, in person and by Zoom

WednesdayWed, 21 MayMay, 2025

Rav Naomi Installation Planning Meeting

Wednesday, May 21st 7:00p to 8:00pCommittee meeting for those involved with planning Rav Naomi's Installation Weekend; check email for Zoom Link and Agenda.

ThursdayThu, 22 MayMay, 2025

TAA In Stitches

Thursday, May 22nd 4:00p to 5:30pAll needle crafters are welcome to make art, friends and community. From knitting and crocheting to needlepoint and embroidery - all needlecraft projects are welcome. In Stitches meets the last Thursday of the month, drop-in only. Contact the TAA Office with questions.

ThursdayThu, 29 MayMay, 2025

Adult Ed: Deepening Our Connection With One Another Panel Discussion

Thursday, May 29th 7:00p to 9:00pModerated by Alan Feldman, this panel is inspired by a recent book by Rabbi Sharon Brous, The Amen Effect: Ancient Wisdom to Mend Our Broken Hearts and the World. The panelists will address issues of loneliness/isolation and the importance of community as they describe how this wisdom has guided them in their professional work and personal lives. Panelists include: - Brent Davison, a local social worker with decades of clinical experience - Melissa Dimond, Executive Director of Wellspring House, which supports members of our community with housing, jobs, and education - Rav Naomi, the spiritual leader of TAA

SundaySun, 1 JunJune, 2025

SCFLP Siyum & Shavuot Program

Sunday, Jun 1st 5:00p to 9:00pIn addition to being the date of our SCFLP Siyyum (closing ceremony), June 1 is also Erev Shavuot. As we did last year, we will hold a Tikkun Leyl Shavuot with yummy dairy snacks and "dig into" our community learning. Rav Naomi is looking to include lots of different folks to offer brief teachings (half an hour or shorter) for the Tikkun. If you have something you'd like to teach, please get in touch with Rav Naomi.

ThursdayThu, 5 JunJune, 2025

TAA Book Club

Thursday, Jun 5th 7:00p to 9:00pLively monthly discussions featuring a wide genre of books. Meetings are virtual, with occasional author visits. This month author Reuven Fenton joins us to discuss his book "Goyhood: A Novel." Contact Barbara Kaplan for more information and zoom link.

SundaySun, 18 MayMay, 2025

SCFLP Religious School Sunday Class

Sunday, May 18th 10:00a to 12:00pWe have class today!

TuesdayTue, 20 MayMay, 2025

SCFLP Religious School Tuesday Class

Tuesday, May 20th 4:00p to 5:30pWe have class today!

SundaySun, 25 MayMay, 2025

SCFLP Sunday - NO CLASS

Sunday, May 25th 10:00a to 12:00pNo Class today - Memorial Day Weekend

TuesdayTue, 27 MayMay, 2025

SCFLP Religious School Tuesday Class - FINAL CLASS

Tuesday, May 27th 4:00p to 5:30pOur final class of this school year - See you at Shavuot, and have a great summer!

SundaySun, 1 JunJune, 2025

SCFLP Sunday - NO CLASS

Sunday, Jun 1st 10:00a to 12:00pNo MORNING class - join us at 4pm for our Siyum (concluding event ) and Shavuot celebration!

FridayFri, 16 MayMay, 2025

Torah Study with Rav Naomi

Friday, May 16th 11:00a to 12:00pWeekly Torah Study sessions with Rav Naomi covering that week's Parsha with engaging spiritual and intellectual discussions. Click "More Info" to register for the Zoom link. Contact the TAA office for more information.

FridayFri, 23 MayMay, 2025

Torah Study with Rav Naomi

Friday, May 23rd 11:00a to 12:00pWeekly Torah Study sessions with Rav Naomi covering that week's Parsha with engaging spiritual and intellectual discussions. Click "More Info" to register for the Zoom link. Contact the TAA office for more information.

ThursdayThu, 29 MayMay, 2025

Adult Ed: Deepening Our Connection With One Another Panel Discussion

Thursday, May 29th 7:00p to 9:00pModerated by Alan Feldman, this panel is inspired by a recent book by Rabbi Sharon Brous, The Amen Effect: Ancient Wisdom to Mend Our Broken Hearts and the World. The panelists will address issues of loneliness/isolation and the importance of community as they describe how this wisdom has guided them in their professional work and personal lives. Panelists include: - Brent Davison, a local social worker with decades of clinical experience - Melissa Dimond, Executive Director of Wellspring House, which supports members of our community with housing, jobs, and education - Rav Naomi, the spiritual leader of TAA

FridayFri, 30 MayMay, 2025

Torah Study with Rav Naomi

Friday, May 30th 11:00a to 12:00pWeekly Torah Study sessions with Rav Naomi covering that week's Parsha with engaging spiritual and intellectual discussions. Click "More Info" to register for the Zoom link. Contact the TAA office for more information.

FridayFri, 6 JunJune, 2025

Torah Study with Rav Naomi

Friday, Jun 6th 11:00a to 12:00pWeekly Torah Study sessions with Rav Naomi covering that week's Parsha with engaging spiritual and intellectual discussions. Click "More Info" to register for the Zoom link. Contact the TAA office for more information.

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