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 the Jewish Reconstructionist Communities.
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.
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May Services and Events
Wednesday, May 1 at 10:00 AM:
Café Kehillah with Rabbi Barbara Cohen via Zoom
Friday, May 3 at 5:00 PM:
Shabbat candle lighting with Rabbi Barbara Cohen via Zoom
Wednesday, May 8 at 10:00 AM:
Café Kehillah with Rabbi Barbara Cohen via Zoom
Saturday, May 11 at 10:00 AM:
Shabbat Study with Rabbi Barbara Cohen at the synagogue
Monday, May 13 at 5:00 PM:
May Board Meeting
Wednesday, May 15 at 10:00 AM:
Café Kehillah with Rabbi Barbara Cohen via Zoom
Sunday, May 19 from 2:00-4:00 PM:
Jewish Community Day, High Lawn Farm, 535 Summer Street, Lee
Monday, May 20 at 12:00 PM: Memoir Workshop via Zoom
at 7:00 PM: Photography Workshop via Zoom
Wednesday, May 22 at 10:00 AM:
Café Kehillah with Rabbi Barbara Cohen via Zoom
Friday, May 24 at 5:00 PM:
Erev Shabbat with Rabbi Barbara Cohen at the synagogue
Wednesday, May 29 at 10:00 AM:
Café Kehillah with Rabbi Barbara Cohen via Zoom
Photographs from last year's
Jewish Community Day