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 Jan 10, 2025

1/10/25 Shabbat Service: 'Forgiveness in the Face of Uncertainty'

Friday Jan 10, 2025

** 1/10/25 Shabbat Service: 'Forgiveness in the Face of Uncertainty' **

SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS

00:36:01 Sermon

00:52:27 Weekly announcements

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Friday Jan 03, 2025

1/03/35 Shabbat Service: Maggie's Bat Mitzvah Torah Portion, Tutti Performs 'Feeling Good'

Friday Jan 03, 2025

** 1/03/35 Shabbat Service: Maggie's Bat Mitzvah Torah Portion, Tutti Performs 'Feeling Good' **

Maggie joins Rabbi Idan in this evening’s Shabbat service to share her thoughts about her Torah portion, Vayigash, with the community.

SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS

00:38:22 Maggie's Bat Mitzvah Torah Portion

00:42:05 A few words from Rabbi Idan, immediately followed by Tutti Druyan's gorgeous rendition of 'Feeling Good', written by Anthony Newley and Leslie Bricusse. Tutti is accompaniedon the piano by Ron Druyan.

00:50:00 Weekly announcements

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Friday Dec 27, 2024

12-27-24 Shabbat Service: Igniting Hope and Light in Challenging Times

Friday Dec 27, 2024

** 12/27/24 Musically uplifting Shabbat Service **

Rabbi Idan's sermon for Shabbat Chanukah is: "The Shamash Within: Igniting Hope and Light in Challenging Times"

SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS

00:44:18 Sermon

00:55:52 Weekly Announcements

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Friday Dec 20, 2024

12/20/24 Shabbat Service: Resilience, Hope, and Redemption

Friday Dec 20, 2024

** 12/29/24 Musically uplifting Shabbat Service **

Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Vayeshev, is: "The Light at the End of the Tunnel: Resilience, Hope, and Redemption"
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SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS:

00:36:00 Sermon

00:55:52 Weekly Announcements

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Friday Dec 13, 2024

12-13-24 Shabbat Service: Blessings, Burdens, Contentment

Friday Dec 13, 2024

** 12/13/24 Musically uplifting Shabbat Service. Tutti and Ron Druyan join us. **

Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Vayishlach, is: “Blessings, Burdens, and the Music of Contentment: Lessons from Jacob and Esau” **

SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS

00:37:39 Sermon

00:45:50 Tutti and Ron perform 'SMILE', written by Charlie Chaplin

00:53:30 Weekly Announcements

01:02:03 Tutti performs a NEW Chanukah song, "It's Time' written by Tutti Druyan and is a part of her new enterprise, 'Tiny Tutti'. To learn more, visit https://www.tinytutti.com/

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Friday Dec 06, 2024

12/06/24 Shabbat Service: Seeking Simplicity

Friday Dec 06, 2024

** 12/06/24 Musically uplifting Shabbat Service **

Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Vayetze, is: "Seeking Simplicity: Lessons from Jacob’s Journey"

SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS:

00:01:53 Shabbat Candle Lighting

This past week we learned the devastating news that Omer Neutra z”l, an Israeli-American soldier from Long Island who was thought to be a hostage captured by Hamas, has been confirmed dead in Gaza. Neutra's body was taken into Gaza, where it is still being held by Hamas. His parents, Orna and Ronen, asked that women light Shabbat candles to honor Omer’s memory and “bring light into the world as the light of Omer’s beautiful soul has been extinguished.” Congregation Ahavat Olam honored their request and lit the Shabbat candles in his memory. We also included two additional candles for the 100 hostages still in Gaza who are unable to light the Shabbat candles with their families. May the memory of Omer forever be a blessing.

00:35:00 Sermon

00:48:44 Weekly Announcements

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To learn more about Congregation Ahavat Olam, please visit our website: AhavatOlam4all.org (https://ahavatolam4all.org/home-1/)
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Receive weekly updates from Congregation Ahavat Olam. Follow this link to sign up: https://ahavatolam4all.org/home-1/#newsletter
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© 2024 Congregation Ahavat Olam. All rights reserved | Congregation Ahavat Olam is a Massachusetts registered Nonprofit Organization.

Friday Nov 29, 2024

11/29/24 Shabbat Service: College Shabbat, Ahavat Olam Ensemble

Friday Nov 29, 2024

** 11/29/24 Shabbat Service: College Shabbat with Zoe, Alexander, and Corey. Each speaks from their hearts about their experiences on campus as a Jewish student, specifically leading up to and since October 7th. **

College Shabbat Podcast Highlights

00:37:19 Zoe Katz 00:41:12 Alexander Gibbs

00:47:57 Corey Freedman

00:53:21 Freedman Family Performs

01:02:01 Weekly Announcements

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Friday Nov 22, 2024

11/22/24 Shabbat Service: Reconciliation and Hope

Friday Nov 22, 2024

** 11/22/24 Musically uplifting Shabbat Service **

Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Chayei Sarah, is: “A Call from the Future: Lessons from Isaac and Ishmael on Reconciliation and Hope”

Podcast Highlights:

00:29:36 Sermon
00:34:12 'Imagine', sung by Marc Freedman
00:41:26 Weekly Announcements