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.
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Tonight's Sermon: “Mitzrayim (Egypt) and Tzirim (the pains of childbirth),
A Powerful Metapho…
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Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Bo, is: “Haggadah—Operating System Software of …
** Congregation Ahavat Olam’s musically uplifting weekly Shabbat service. **
At tonight’s service, we will honor the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday with a special appearance by the Ahavat Olam …
** Congregation Ahavat Olam’s musically uplifting weekly Shabbat service. **
Michael Joseph's Bar Mitzvah this weekend: Michael joined Rabbi Idan during tonight's Shabbat service to share his thoug…
** 12/29/24 Musically uplifting Shabbat Service via ZOOM**
Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Vayechi, which marks the conclusion of the Book of Genesis, is titled: “The Study of History:…
** 12/22/24 Musically uplifting Shabbat Service **
Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Vayigash, is: “Kol Israel Arevim Ze Baze - All Israel is Responsible for One Another” ______________…
** 12/15/24 Musically uplifting Shabbat Service **
Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Miketz, is: “In What Context is Calling for the Genocide of Jews Okay?” The Nail of Courage, Ingenu…
** 12/8/23 Musically uplifting Shabbat Service ** We Welcome You to a CHANUKAH NIGHT OF MUSIC **
We are very excited to be joined by the Ahavat Olam Ensemble, and the children of our Congregation to …
** 12/1/23 Musically uplifting Shabbat Service **
We are excited to welcome Tutti and Ron for another musically uplifting Shabbat service. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Vayishlach,…
** 11/24/23 Musically uplifting Shabbat Service **
We hope you'll join us tonight for our musically uplifting weekly Shabbat service including a special "College Shabbat" addition. The Ahavat Olam En…
** 11/17/23 Musically uplifting Shabbat Service ** We hope you'll join us tonight for our musically uplifting weekly Shabbat service and a special unveiling ceremony of our first Yahrzeit Wall.
Rab…
** 11/16/23 CONCERT ** Congregation Ahavat Olam proudly presents 'A SONG FOR ISRAEL' Concert
The brilliant musical stylings of Gitit Shoval, Tutti Druyan, Ron Druyan, and Shaqed Druyan, along with …
** 11/10/23 Musically uplifting Shabbat Service **
Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Cahyei Sarah, is: “Mourning Our Past Should Not Inhibit the Building of Our Future." _______________…
** 11/3/23 Musically uplifting Shabbat Service **
Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Vayera, is: “’Death and life are in the power of the tongue…’: What Happens When Truth is Hijacked by…
** 10/27/23 Musically uplifting Shabbat Service ** Eli's Bar Mitzvah: Eli will join Rabbi Idan in this evening’s Shabbat service to share his thoughts about his Torah portion with the community. **
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** 10/20/23 Shabbat Service: Double B’nai Mitzvah this weekend, a first for Ahavat Olam ** Robbie and Lilah join Rabbi on the Bimah. **
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** 10/13/23 Musically uplifting Shabbat Service ** Tonight is a very special Shabbat Service, as it is the first Shabbat Service following the massacre of October 7th. **
Members and non-members ali…
** 10/6/23 Musically uplifting Shabbat Service ** We will hold a Shmini Atzeret/Simchat Torah and Yizkor service tonight. **
Rabbi Idan delivered a Yizkor introduction titled: “The Nail of Courage, I…