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.
Watch Our Services Live
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 4/5
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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Jewish Grandparenting in Jewish+ Families
Sunday, March 30, 10:30 am
How might we convey our love for Jewish identity, practices, and traditions while respecting and honoring different spiritual perspectives and cultural traditions? Join us for learning, discussion, and Q&A with Ruth Nemzoff. Presented in partnership with JInterfaith, an initiative of the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta, and the Jewish Grandparents Network. Click here for more information and to RSVP.
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Drop-In Meditation at Or Hadash
Thursday, April 3 @ 12:15 pm
Take a breath during your busy day and re-center yourself through Jewish mindfulness meditation led by Rabbi Lauren. Everyone is welcome—whether you're a newcomer to meditation, an occasional practitioner, or you've had a steady practice for years. Come as you are. If you’d like, wear comfortable clothing and bring a meditation cushion.
Please arrive before 12:15 pm so we can start on time and allow ample time for guided meditation, silence, teaching, and questions. Please RSVP here so that we know that you are coming.
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Tot Shabbat & Passover Storytime with PJ Library
Saturday, April 5, 11:00 am
A Special Tot Shabbat
We are partnering with PJ Library for a joyful, interactive Tot Shabbat featuring a special Shabbat & Passover storytime!
Join Rabbi Lauren and PJ Library Connector Rebecca Schwenk for a fun-filled morning of music, stories, and movement—perfect for children ages 0–6 (and their siblings!). Special Storytime! Gather for engaging Shabbat and Passover tales that bring Jewish traditions to life. 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.
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Morning Minyanim - Sunday & Tuesday
Morning Minyanim - Sunday & Tuesday
Join us at 9am on Sunday and 7am on Tuesday mornings for minyan with song and spirit.
On Tuesdays, stay for Nosh & Drash at 8 am—a morning of bagels, community, and meaningful study! We're exploring The Jewish Way to a Good Life: Find Happiness, Build Community, and Embrace Lovingkindness by Rabbi Shira Sturman. `
Everyone is welcome.
” 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.
