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

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Friday May 17, 2024

05/17/2024 Shabbat Service: SECOND High School and Confirmation class celebration

Friday May 17, 2024

** Congregation Ahavat Olam’s musically uplifting weekly Shabbat service. **

Tonight, we are rejoicing in the graduation of our extraordinary Confirmation class as they express their desire to lead a Jewish life. This marks a significant milestone for our congregation, as it is Congregation Ahavat Olam's SECOND High School and Confirmation class celebratory service! Our students will share their insightful reflections and will join Rabbi Idan as a Percussion Ensemble! You won’t want to miss that. Mazal tov to our exceptional graduates: Sydney Katz, Kevin Pruslin, and their families.

Chazak Veematz! May you go from strength to strength!

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Friday May 10, 2024

05/10/2024 Shabbat Service: Tonight We Welcome our 3rd Graders.

Friday May 10, 2024

** Congregation Ahavat Olam’s musically uplifting weekly Shabbat service. **

You don’t want to miss their beautiful singing voices! During the service, we will open the entire Torah, enabling our students to get a sense of which Torah portion they may read on their b’nai mitzvah, based on their birthday. Special blessings will be offered to the students and their parents. We will also give our consecration class their own Siddurim, prayer books with their Hebrew names engraved!

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Friday May 03, 2024

05/03/2024 Shabbat Service - Noah joins Rabbi Idan on the Bimah (Noah's Bar Mitzvah this weekend) Commemorate Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Day

Friday May 03, 2024

** Congregation Ahavat Olam’s musically uplifting weekly Shabbat service. **

Noah's Bar Mitzvah: Noah will join Rabbi Idan on Friday evening’s Shabbat service to share his thoughts about his Torah portion with the community.

TONIGHT, we will commemorate Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Day with special Yom Hashoah poems and songs. We will also kindle lights in memory of the six million Jews murdered by the Nazis and their collaborators.

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Friday Apr 26, 2024

04/26/2024 Shabbat Service: Myer will join Rabbi Idan on the Bimah (Myer's Bar Mitzvah this weekend.) * TUTTI & RON join us *

Friday Apr 26, 2024

** Congregation Ahavat Olam’s musically uplifting weekly Shabbat service. **

Myer's Bar Mitzvah: Myer will join Rabbi Idan in this evening’s Shabbat service, to share his thoughts about his Torah portion for Shabbat Chol HaMoed Pesach with the community.

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Friday Apr 19, 2024

04/19/2024 Shabbat Service: Clearing Away Literal and Metaphorical Chametz, and Renewal Through Leshon HaTov

Friday Apr 19, 2024

** Congregation Ahavat Olam’s musically uplifting weekly Shabbat service. **

Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat HaGadol, Parashat Metzora, is: “Clearing Away Literal and Metaphorical Chametz, and Renewal Through Leshon HaTov—Truthful Speech”

At tonight’s service, we will honor the most recent installation of memorial plaques with a special appearance by the Ahavat Olam ensemble.

Sermon Excerpt: “On Passover, we are reminded to cleanse all the chametz found in our lives: in our homes and our tongues. Just as we physically remove chametz to symbolize the removal of impurities, we must spiritually cleanse our speech, freeing ourselves from the bondage of disinformation, propaganda, and harmful communication patterns Passover also serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of memory, family, and tradition in shaping our identity and values. It is a time to honor our past, celebrate our freedom, and continue praying for the freedom of our ethnic kin held hostage in Hamas captivity.” --Rabbi Idan

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Friday Apr 05, 2024

04/05/2024 Shabbat Service: Food – the Fuel that Powers Our Body and Soul

Friday Apr 05, 2024

** Congregation Ahavat Olam’s musically uplifting weekly Shabbat service. **

Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat HaChodesh, Parashat Sh’mini, is: “Food – the Fuel that Powers Our Body and Soul”

Sermon excerpt: Our sages teach us that our physical body is like a vessel, and our soul is the content within it. The food we consume is like the fuel that powers both our body and soul. We must be mindful of what we consume because it directly affects our spiritual well-being. Furthermore, we must be mindful of the impact that certain foods have on our emotions and behavior. For example, if we consume too much sugar or caffeine, we may become hyperactive or agitated, which can negatively affect our ability to connect with our inner selves and with others. On the other hand, if we consume foods that are naturally high in nutrients and have a positive effect on our body, we will feel better, both physically and spiritually. For example, eating fruits and vegetables can boost our energy levels, improve our mood, and help us feel more connected to nature. --Rabbi Idan

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Friday Mar 29, 2024

03/29/2024 Shabbat Service: Shalshelet Torah Trope: The Sacred Pause in Decision-Making

Friday Mar 29, 2024

** Congregation Ahavat Olam’s musically uplifting weekly Shabbat service. **

Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat Parah, Parashat Tzav, is: “Shalshelet Torah Trope: The Sacred Pause in Decision-Making”

Sermon excerpt: “I feel that there is a reason the Torah Trope Shalshelet is found in the book of Leviticus, a book describing in detail the sacrificial service. The symbol, and the chanting it signals, illustrate a biblical understanding of the push pull tension associated with passionate expression or action, and urge us to hold our thoughts as we contemplate the personal sacrifices we may need to commit to—our morals, ethics, and desires.” --Rabbi Idan

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Friday Mar 22, 2024

03/22/2024 Shabbat Service: From Purim to Present: Lessons on Genocide, Antisemitism, and the Impact of Words

Friday Mar 22, 2024

** Congregation Ahavat Olam’s musically uplifting weekly Shabbat service. **

Purim Shabbat! From the Beatles to the Rolling Stones, Pink, and Mary Poppins, join us for a special musically uplifting “Purim Shabbat” service featuring a performance by the Ahavat Olam Ensemble.

Rabbi Idan’s sermon for this Shabbat is: “From Purim to Present: Lessons on Genocide, Antisemitism, and the Impact of Words"

Sermon excerpt: “Unfortunately, these days, we are witnessing a great deal of misinformation. This generation heavily relies on social media, which often serves as a hub for dangerously deceptive and effective propaganda and hate. The story of Purim urges us all, today, and especially students, to take it upon themselves to study history from credible sources and not simply accept others' narratives, particularly on social media. When people continually repeat misinformation, it can significantly impact their understanding of reality, as well as that of those on the receiving end of their messages.” - Rabbi Idan

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