Our congregation recognizes that when it comes to spiritual experiences and uplift, “one size does not fit all.” We offer a variety of other alternative Shabbat services and experiences throughout the year. Our Ritual Committee, with the support of our rabbis, is at the forefront of conceiving and developing these spiritual opportunities and would welcome your ideas and responses. Send comments and requests to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . 

The Minyan: A Traditional Carlebach Style Service

Held 3rd Friday of each month @ 6:30PM. Join us for Ahavath Achim’s completely lay-lead traditional Friday evening service featuring the music of Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach. In this Service we come together in song where the only instruments used are our voices. If you would like to take a leadership role in The Minyan, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Scheduled Dates: 12/16, 2012: 1/20, 2/17, 3/16, 4/20, 5/18, 6/15

AAbsolute UNplugged | @ 7:30PM

Held 4th Fridays. (UNplugged & AAbsolutely Shabbat alternate) This is your opportunity to UNwind, to UNderstand, to UNplug from the ordinary in a new prayer experience, led by Rabbi Laurence Rosenthal, Michael Levine, Bonnie Puckett, and Steve Grossman. Scheduled Dates: 2012: 2/24, No event in April, 6/22

AAbsolutely Shabbat | @ 7:30PM

Held 4th Fridays. (AAbsolutely Shabbat & UNplugged alternate) AA rocks at this monthly worship experience that combines music, study and introspection for purposes of connecting with God, creating community and exploring spirituality. Join with the rabbis and our musicians for an evening, carefully crafted to encourage people to meet each other while finding themselves and ultimately communing with God. Scheduled Dates: 2012: 1/27 (Simon & Garfunkel), 3/23, No event in April, 5/25

AAbsolutely 4Kids & Shabbat Rocks | @ 6:00PM

Held most 2nd Friday of each month (view FACES page for scheduled dates). Simply Shabbat! Join Rabbi Rosenthal, Marcia Linder and Mr. Michael Levine (the Learning Groove) for a Shabbat service geared towards parents and young children. Practice home rituals, sing Shabbat songs and learn traditional prayers while making new friends and building community.   Shabbat Rocks! Created for our older kids (8-12) and runs concurrently with 4Kids. An aawesome Shabbat experience designed and led by Summer Jacobs.

Also, join us Saturday mornings for our meditation service...

Shabbat SHALOM  … 11:00AM | This Jewish Meditation and Chanting Service is being offered as an additional spiritual opportunity. Experience Meditation... Begin Shabbat with awareness, gratitude and reflection, followed by Kirtan chanting. This one hour service will enlighten and enchant you in a new program steeped in old traditions. Be a part of this alternative Shabbat service and discover a different way to experience Shabbat.