Or Hadash, meaning “new light,” is a home for Jewish connection, for the sacred, for authenticity, for the seeker.
We believe that we each hold a divine spark of light inside of us, whether we’re total novices in Jewish prayer and study or we come from years of experience. We bring our full selves here, and we invite you to bring your whole self, too.
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We invite you to join us online. You will find our livestream here: Zoom requires our password and YouTube needs no password.
Rabbi Lauren shares one of her favorite fables in her 2024-5785 Yom Kippur message that encourages us to act with agency in the world. What do we want that agency to be? G'mar chatimah tovah - May you all be sealed along the path of life for good.
Featured Events
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Shabbat: April 25/26
Kabbalat Shabbat - 6:30 pm
Saturday Services - 9:15 am
Step out of your week and into Shabbat with song, prayer, and community.
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Shabbat Hebrew School Open House
Saturday, April 26 @ 9:30 am - Noon
Thinking about Jewish learning for your child? Want more family time in one place? Or Hadash’s Shabbat morning experiential children’s program offers both! Attend our April 26 Open House to experience the warmth, learning, and community. Come find your whole family home with us!
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Rob Kutner - A Morning of Laughter (and Bagels!) @ 10:00 am
Sunday, April 27 @ 10:00 am
A Morning of Laughter (and Bagels!) Or Hadash welcomes home Atlanta native and Emmy-winning comedy writer Rob Kutner for a lively chat about his new book—a witty spin on Jewish history. Bring a friend and join the fun!
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The Mamalehs: In Concert
Sunday, April 27 @ 7:00 pm
Join us as we welcome The Mamalehs to the stage for an evening of Jewish and American songs about home. The program ranges from beloved Hebrew prayers to nearly lost Yiddish and Hungarian folk songs to a sprinkle of American roots music… and, of course, a drinking song or two. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience The Mamalehs’ bold arrangements, tight harmonies, and honest reflections on the daily work of being human.
This concert is jointly supporting the missions of Congregation Bet Haverim and Or Hadash. Thank you for your generous ticket purchases.
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Tot Shabbat
Saturday, May 3 @ 11:00 am
A Special Tot Shabbat
Join Rabbi Lauren and Pam Cohen for a fun-filled morning of music, stories, and movement—perfect for children ages 0–6 (and their siblings!). Special Storytime! This program is free and open to all! Bring your friends and share a meaningful Shabbat morning at Or Hadash.
Stay for Kiddush Lunch! After the service, enjoy a delicious lunch and connect with other families.
RSVP today to receive information on future Tot Shabbat and young family programs.
” At Or Hadash, we enable pathways for people to share who they are and the best of what they can bring to the wider community.”
- Or Hadash Member
Rabbi Lauren Henderson
Rabbi Lauren Henderson originally hails from Spartanburg, SC, and is thrilled to be returning to her southern roots as the newest Rabbi of Congregation Or Hadash.
