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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 y

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  1. 10-30-26 Shabbat Service: The Courage to Carefully Examine the Options

    *** Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Vayera, is: “The Courage to Carefully Examine the Options” *** SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:35:07 Sermon 00:38:53 Marc Freedman sings Imagine (John Lennon) 00:47:40 Weekly Announcements 00:57:17 Best Birthday Wishes to Audrey (39 again 🤗🎶😲)...

  2. 05/01/26 Shabbat Service: Lag BaOmer: The Fire That Warms

    *** Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Emor, and the upcoming holiday of Lag BaOmer, is: “Lag BaOmer: The Fire That Warms.”*** SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:39:13 Sermon 00:54:51 Weekly Announcements _________________________ To learn more about Congregation Ahavat Olam, please visit...

  3. 04/17/26 Shabbat Service-Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance

    Our service featured a special keynote speaker: our member Bill Rosenberg, who will share his parents’ remarkable survival story, “A Place Called Sosúa: A Haven for Jews in 1938.” We were grateful to welcome Tutti and Ron Druyan, who brought their musical talents to this meaningful evening. Six...

  4. 12/26/25 Zoom Shabbat Service: Drawing Near Toward One Another & Toward a Better Year

    *** 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...

  5. 12/19/25 Chanukah Night of Music Shabbat Service

    *** 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...

  6. 12/12/25 Shabbat Service: Rebuilding Trust in a Fractured Jewish Family

    *** 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’ _________________________ To learn more about Congregation Ahavat...

  7. 11/28/25 Shabbat Service: Special "College Shabbat”

    *** 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…

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  8. 11/21/25 Shabbat Service: L’dor V’dor, Legacy in Motion presentation

    *** 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...

  9. 11/07/25 Shabbat Service: Between Abraham & Sarah:Faith with Eyes Open.

    *** 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...

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

    *** 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 _________________________ To learn more about Congregation Ahavat…

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  11. 10/24/25 Shabbat Service: Noach, AI, and the Moral Architects of the Future

    *** 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 _________________________ To learn more about…

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  12. 10/17/25 Shabbat Service: Yizkor/Shemini Atzeret, Dancing with Torahs

    *** On this Shemini Atzeret, we marked the beginning of the rainy season, and Rabbi Idan will lead Tefilat HaGeshem, a traditional prayer of thanks to God for the blessing of rain. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this special Shabbat is: “Am Yisrael Chai: Life, Memory, and New Beginnings.” *** SHABBAT...

  13. 10/03/25 Shabbat Service: Finding Strength in Fragility

    *** This week’s uplifting, musical Shabbat service. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this, Parashat Haazinu, is: “Between the Rock and the Sukka: Finding Strength in Fragility.” *** SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:39:54 Sermon 00:54:25 Weekly Announcements _________________________ To learn more about...

  14. 09/26/25 Shabbat Service: The Modern-Day Relevance of Shabbat Shuvah

    *** 9/26/25 Musically uplifting Shabbat Service. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat Shuva, Parashat Vayelech, is: “Chazak V’Ematz: The Modern-Day Relevance of Shabbat Shuvah” *** SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:36:18 Sermon 00:51:10 Weekly Announcements _________________________ To learn more...

  15. 09/19/25 Shabbat Service: Courage to Say Sorry

    *** This week’s uplifting, musical Shabbat service. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Shabbat, Parashat Nitzavim, is: “Nitzavim and the Courage to Say Sorry.” *** SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:33:20 Sermon 00:38:40 ‘Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word’, performed by Marc Freedman, written by...

  16. 09/05/25 Shabbat Service: When Responsibility Is, and Is Not Yours

    *** We hope you'll join us tonight for our uplifting, musical Shabbat service. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Ki Tetze, is: “Ki Tetze: When Responsibility Is Yours, and When It’s Not.” *** SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:38:21 Sermon 00:50:23 Weekly Announcements...

  17. 08/29/25 Shabbat Service: Here, I am Home.

    ** We hope you'll join us tonight for our Open House to learn more about our congregation and Hebrew School, and meet our newest Members. We are excited to welcome Tutti and Ron to our musically uplifting Shabbat service. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Shoftim, is: “Here, I Am...

  18. 08/22/25 Shabbat Service: Seeing the Power of Gathering Together.

    ** Welcome to our uplifting, weekly Shabbat musical service. ** Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Re’eh, is: “Re’eh: Seeing the Power of Gathering Together.” ** SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:39:30 Sermon 00:52:45 Weekly Announcements _________________________ To learn more about...

  19. 08/15/25 Shabbat Service: The Ripple Effect from the Choices We Make.

    ** Welcome to our uplifting, musical Shabbat service. ** Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Ekev, is: “The Ripple Effect from the Choices We Make.” ** SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:35:53 Sermon 00:31:20 ‘Poem reading of, ‘Being a Blessing’ 00:50:08 Weekly Announcements...

  20. 08/08/25 Shabbat Service: How Our Efforts Outlive Us.

    ** We hope you'll join us tonight for our uplifting, musical Shabbat service. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat Nachamu, Parashat Vaetchanan, is: “Moses's Circumstance Shows How Our Efforts Outlive Us”. SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:37:27 Sermon 00:50:27 Weekly Announcements...

  21. 08/01/25 Shabbat Service: Sacred Words at Life's Thresholds

    ** We are back to in-person services and hope you'll join us tonight for our musically uplifting weekly Shabbat service. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Devarim, is: "Sacred Words at Life's Thresholds." ** The “Joy Of A Daughter” Tonight's service will also include a Simchat Bat, a...

  22. 07/25/25 Shabbat Service: A Future Made of Memories.

    ** A special treat: Shabbat on the Road at the Ginsberg’s in beautiful Gloucester! We look forward to seeing you in person and virtually. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Matot-Masei, is: “A Future Made of Memories” ** SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:39:50 Sermon Apologies, but we…

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  23. 07/18/25 Shabbat Service: The Vacuum of Leadership.

    ** Join us tonight for our uplifting, musical Shabbat service. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Pinchas, is: “The Vacuum of Leadership: When Even Thoughtful Silence Becomes Dangerous.” ** SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:39:30 Sermon 00:51:54 Weekly Announcements...

  24. 07/11/25 Shabbat Service: The meaning and practice of Tahara.

    ** Join us for our uplifting, musical Shabbat service. Chesed shel Emet, the truest act of kindness, is a central value in Judaism and involves the sacred process of Tahara, the ritual cleansing of a loved one’s body before burial. Tonight, we welcome a special guest, Linda Goodspeed, from our...

  25. 07/04/25 Shabbat Service: Independence with Integrity

    Shabbat Shalom and Happy Independence Day! ** Tonight’s uplifting, musical Shabbat service is virtual. A reminder that throughout July, all services are offered virtually. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Chukat, is: “Independence with Integrity: An Ancient Israeli and a Modern...

  26. 06/27/25 Shabbat Service: Victoria joins Rabbi on the Bimah

    ** Congregation Ahavat Olam to Perform Victoria's Bat Mitzvah at 1600 Osgood Tomorrow, 6/28/25. ** In Her Own Words… “For my Mitzvah project, I am raising money by collecting and returning bottles and cans and donating all the proceeds to the Arthritis Foundation through their website,...

  27. 06/20/25 Shabbat Service: Annual Meeting Shabbat, joined by Tutti & Ron

    ** This evening was our Annual Meeting Shabbat! Join us as we express our gratitude to our esteemed board members for their leadership and support, and as we welcome three incredible new individuals joining our board. We also presented our second Annual Volunteer Award. Tutti and Ron joined us to...

  28. 06/13/25 Shabbat Service: Ice Cream Shabbat, ‘Divine Dessert

    ** We are excited to invite you to a special Ice Cream Shabbat evening! Enjoy the cool sweetness of ice cream and the warmth of friendship and community as we welcome the summer. Our in-house ensemble will lead us with some “cool” tunes, and a delicious Shabbat Oneg, featuring ice cream…

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  29. 06/06/25 Shabbat Service: 'Coming Home, College Reunion Shabbat!’

    ** We are excited to welcome back our college students and recent alumni for a special Shabbat evening - a joyful reunion filled with warmth, connection, and friendship. It's a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with old friends, share stories from campus life, and enjoy a delicious Shabbat Oneg...

  30. 05/30/25 Shabbat Service: 'Music of Freedom' Shabbat

    ** Tonight we welcome Reverend Myers, Minister of Music Michael Belcher, and members of the Andover Baptist Church Unity Choir for a special “Music of Freedom” Shabbat service! Come and listen to an inspiring evening of music, with Reverend Myers delivering the sermon!” ** SHABBAT SERVICE...

  31. 05/23/25 Shabbat Service: Honoring Our Heritage and Resilience with Dance

    ** Join us tonight for a special Yom Yerushalayim (Jerusalem Day) service celebrating the reunification of Jerusalem! Our member Anne Schwartz will be teaching us several easy Israeli folk dances during the service. Rabbi Idan's sermon is: "Steps of Resilience: Honoring Our Heritage and…

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  32. 05/16/25 Shabbat Service: Confirmation class celebratory service

    ** 05-16-25 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 THIRD Confirmation class celebratory...

  33. 05/09/25 Shabbat Service: "True Holiness Begins Within"

    ** 05-09-25 Shabbat Service: We hope you'll join us tonight for our musically uplifting weekly Shabbat service. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Acharei Mot-Kedoshim, is: "True Holiness Begins Within"** SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: Poem Reading: 00:19:55 Prayer Reader, “If You Will...

  34. 05/02/25 Shabbat Service: I Have No Other Country, Israel's 77th Independence Day

    ** 05-02-25 Shabbat Service: Mazal Tov to Israel's 77th Independence Day! Join us tonight for a special Yom HaAtzmaut service celebrating Israel’s rich musical heritage, featuring the musical artistry of Tutti and Ron. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat is: "I Have No Other Country" ** SHABBAT...

  35. 04/25/25 Shabbat Service: Remembering the Past, Confronting the Present

    *** 04-25-25 Shabbat Service: We hope you'll join us tonight for a moving Holocaust Day commemoration service, filled with music and featuring a special appearance by the Ahavat Olam band. Six memorial candles will be lit in honor of our brethren who perished. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this…

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  36. 04/18/25 Shabbat Service: We Count to Make Each Day Count

    ** 04-18-25 Shabbat Service: We hope you'll join us tonight for our weekly Shabbat and Yizkor services. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat Pesach is: “We Count to Make Each Day Count.” ** SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:32:48 Sermon 00:40:43 Yizkor message and Prayer 00:50:26 Weekly…

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  37. 04/11/25 Shabbat Service: Tzav, Freedom, and the Power of Now

    ** 04-11-25 Shabbat Service: We are excited to welcome Tutti and Ron for another musically uplifting Shabbat service. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat HaGadol, Parashat Tzav, is: “Tzav, Freedom, and the Power of Now”. ** SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:23:43 ‘Miriam’s Song’ – by Debbie…

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  38. 04/04/25 Shabbat Service: Answering the Call to Holiness

    ** 04-04-25 Shabbat Service: Our musically uplifting weekly Shabbat service. We welcomed our 4th-grade students to participate in tonight’s service. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Vayikra, is: “Answering the Call to Holiness: Lessons from Vayikra” ** SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS:...

  39. 3/28/25 Shabbat Service: Sacred Spaces, Sacred Names: Power of Details.

    ** 03-28-25 Shabbat Service: Our musically uplifting weekly Shabbat service. Tonight’s service will include a special Simchat Bat ceremony! Mazal Tov to Emma and John Wahoski on the baby naming for their beautiful son, Jacob Harrison Wahoski! Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat HaChodesh…

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  40. 3/21/25 Shabbat Service: ‘A Sanctuary in Time and Community’ w/Yoav Schorr

    ** 03-21-25 Welcome to our musically uplifting weekly Shabbat service. Rabbi Idan Irelander’s sermon for this Shabbat Parah, Parashat Vayakhel, is: "Shabbat: A Sanctuary in Time and Community." We are excited to welcome our congregant and harmonica player, Yoav Schorr.** SHABBAT SERVICE…

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  41. 3/14/25 Shabbat Service: ‘Shushan Purim Shabbat’ with the Ahavat Olam Ensemble

    ** 03-14-25 Shabbat Service: Shushan Purim Shabbat! We had a fun, spiced-up Purim Spiel, featuring Rabbi Idan’s twisted take on Esther’s Megillah. Rabbi and congregants sported costumes, made noise with groggers, and sang along to the “masked-up” prayers, set to melodies by The Beatles, Pink, The...

  42. 3/07/25 Shabbat Service: "Masks and Identity”, Tutti and Ron Join Us

    ** 03-07-25 Shabbat Service: This week’s uplifting weekly Shabbat service, features ‘Tutti and Ron’. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat Zachor, Parashat Tetzave, is: “Masks and Identity, Individuals the Collective: The Duality of Purim and Tetzaveh.” SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:35:32 Sermon...

  43. 2/28/25 Shabbat Service: "A Journey of the Soul and a Gift of Community"

    ** 02-28-25 Shabbat Service: This week’s uplifting weekly Shabbat service, features the Ahavat Olam Ensemble. Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat Shekalim, Parashat Terumah, is: V’shachanti B’tocham: "A Journey of the Soul and a Gift of Community". ** SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:37:56 Sermon...

  44. 2/21/25 Rabbi David J. Meyer will lead us in tonight's Shabbat Service

    ** 02-21-25 Shabbat Service. Rabbi David J. Meyer will lead us in tonight's Shabbat Service." ** SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:36:59 Sermon 00:55:28 Weekly Announcements _________________________ To learn more about Congregation Ahavat Olam, please visit our website: AhavatOlam4all.org...

  45. 02-07-25 Shabbat Service: "Shirat Hayam: Songs Provide a Way of Remembering and a Way of Healing.”

    ** 02-07-25 Shabbat Service. The sermon for this Shabbat Shira, Parashat Beshalach, is: “Shirat Hayam: Songs Provide a Way of Remembering and a Way of Healing.” ** TUTTI & RON JOIN US ** ___________ SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:41:11 Sermon 00:57:26 Weekly Announcements…

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  46. 01-31-25 Shabbat Service: "The Divine Spark and the Flame of Faith"

    ** 1/31/25 Shabbat Service: "The Divine Spark and the Flame of Faith" ** Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Bo, is: "Remembering Our Roots to Guide Our Future." SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:33:53 Sermon 00:49:00 Weekly Announcements _________________________ To learn more about...

  47. 1/24/25 Shabbat Service: Remembering Our Roots to Guide Our Future

    ** 1/24/25 Shabbat Service: 'Remembering Our Roots to Guide Our Future' ** Rabbi Idan's sermon for this Shabbat, Parashat Vaera, is: "Remembering Our Roots to Guide Our Future." SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:37:05 Sermon 00:50:43 Weekly Announcements _________________________ To learn more about...

  48. 1/17/25 Shabbat Service: "The Power of a Name. Visionaries Who Changed the World.

    ** 1/17/25 Shabbat Service: "The Power of a Name: Lessons from Shemot and Visionaries Who Changed the World" SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS 00:36:22 Sermon 00:51:03 Weekly announcements ________________________________ To learn more about Congregation Ahavat Olam, please visit our website:...

  49. 1/10/25 Shabbat Service: 'Forgiveness in the Face of Uncertainty'

    ** 1/10/25 Shabbat Service: 'Forgiveness in the Face of Uncertainty' ** SHABBAT SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS 00:36:01 Sermon 00:52:27 Weekly announcements ________________________________ To learn more about Congregation Ahavat Olam, please visit our website: AhavatOlam4all.org...

  50. 1/03/35 Shabbat Service: Maggie's Bat Mitzvah Torah Portion, Tutti Performs 'Feeling Good'

    ** 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...

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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 y

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Congregation Ahavat Olam Podcast has 100 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on October 30, 2026.

What is Congregation Ahavat Olam Podcast about?

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...

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Congregation Ahavat Olam Podcast publishes every two weeks, based on its 100 episodes since January 2024.

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