Congregation Ahavat Olam Podcast

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Discover the Heartbeat of Congregation Ahavat Olam – The Music Shul of Merrimack Valley! Step into a world where music, community, and timeless love blend together. At Congregation Ahavat Olam, led by Rabbi Idan Irelander—a beloved spiritual guide and a talented musician—our podcast opens doors to inspiring Friday night Shabbat services, soul-stirring melodies, and profound teachings that resonate across generations and traditions. This podcast isn’t just about listening; it’s about belonging. Each episode is a celebration of Ahavat Olam, or ”Everlasting Love,” echoing our commitment to embrace and uplift everyone. Here, we welcome all who seek meaning, connection, and joy in the warmth of a spirited, inclusive Jewish community. Tune in for an experience that goes beyond words—a journey of love, faith, and the shared power of music that knows no boundaries. Subscribe now and become part of something truly special. We invite you to listen, connect, and let Ahavat Olam become a part of your life. Join us on this journey of Everlasting Love. Welcome to Congregation Ahavat Olam. Welcome home. _________________________ To learn more about Congregation Ahavat Olam, please visit our website: AhavatOlam4all.org (https://ahavatolam4all.org/home-1/) _________________________ Receive weekly updates from Congregation Ahavat Olam. Follow this link to sign up: https://ahavatolam4all.org/home-1/#newsletter

Episodes

Friday Dec 26, 2025

12/26/25 Zoom Shabbat Service: Drawing Near Toward One Another & Toward a Better Year

Friday Dec 26, 2025

*** For the final Shabbat of 2025, the service is offered virtually only. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Vayigash, is: “Drawing Near Toward One Another and Toward a Better Year.” ***

SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS:

00:28:57 Sermon

00:24:18 Poem Reading, ‘Being a Blessing

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Friday Dec 19, 2025

12/19/25 Chanukah Night of Music Shabbat Service

Friday Dec 19, 2025

*** Welcome to our joyful annual CHANUKAH NIGHT OF MUSIC Shabbat service, featuring the Ahavat Olam Ensemble. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat Chanukah, Parashat Miketz, is: “Lyrics and Melodies: Light for the Ears.”***

SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS:

00:33:09 Sermon

00:55:31 Weekly Announcements

00:58:04 Special President Announcement

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Friday Dec 12, 2025

12/12/25 Shabbat Service: Rebuilding Trust in a Fractured Jewish Family

Friday Dec 12, 2025

*** Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Vayeshev, is: “Rebuilding Trust in a Fractured Jewish Family.” ***

SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS:

00:33:05 Sermon

00:49:13 Weekly Announcements

00:54:54 Poem reading, ‘Lamps Within’

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Friday Nov 28, 2025

11/28/25 Shabbat Service: Special "College Shabbat”

Friday Nov 28, 2025

*** This week’s uplifting, musical Shabbat service. A Special "College Shabbat" edition. The Ahavat Olam Ensemble performs, and we will hear from students Eliza Gibbs & Alexander Gibbs about their Jewish experiences at college.” ***

SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS:

00:37:08 College Students share their College experiences

00:47:09 Corey Freedman, CAO Alumni, sings ’Honesty’ written by Billy Joel

00:56:27 Weekly Announcements

01:01:08 Congregants sing ‘America the Beautiful.’

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Friday Nov 21, 2025

11/21/25 Shabbat Service: L’dor V’dor, Legacy in Motion presentation

Friday Nov 21, 2025

*** This week’s uplifting, musical Shabbat service. Rabbi Idan lead tonight’s Shabbat Service and the L’dor V’dor, Legacy in Motion presentation and celebration, including the installation and dedication of new names on Congregation Ahavat Olam’s Yahrzeit Wall.” ***

“Tonight, we gather as a community to honor the legacies of Congregation Ansha Sholum, Lawrence, and Temple Emanu-El, Haverhill, and to welcome their cherished artifacts into the life of Congregation Ahavat Olam.”

SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS:

00:05:29 WELCOME & OPENING REMARKS - Max Dawson, Founding Member

00:10:31 (Speaker) Frayda Koffman - Final president of Congregation Ansha Sholum

00:14:08 (Speaker) Caril Ann Goldberg - Chair of the Sacred & Precious Artifacts Committee at Temple Emanu-El, Haverhill

01:11:18 Unveiling of the ‘Heart of the Ark’, memorial wall/plaques, and other artifacts.

01:25:50 Weekly Announcements

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Friday Nov 07, 2025

11/07/25 Shabbat Service: Between Abraham & Sarah:Faith with Eyes Open.

Friday Nov 07, 2025

*** This week’s uplifting, musical Shabbat service. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Vayera, is: “Between Abraham and Sarah: Faith with Eyes Open.” ***

SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS:

00:32:00 Sermon

00:46:26 Weekly Announcements

00:48:51 Reading of special Veteran’s Day Prayer

00:50:17 Congregation sings ‘God Bless America.’

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Friday Oct 31, 2025

10/31/25 Shabbat Service: Lech Lecha: Go Forth, Go Within.

Friday Oct 31, 2025

*** This week’s uplifting, musical Shabbat service. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Lech Lecha, is: “Lech Lecha: Go Forth, Go Within.” ***

SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS:

00:35:40 Sermon

00:52:48 Weekly Announcements

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Friday Oct 24, 2025

10/24/25 Shabbat Service: Noach, AI, and the Moral Architects of the Future

Friday Oct 24, 2025

*** This week’s uplifting, musical Shabbat service. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Noach, is: “Noach, AI, and the Moral Architects of the Future.” ***

SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS:

00:38:35 Sermon

00:53:52 Weekly Announcements

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