Shalom and Welcome to Congregation Agudath Achim of Greater Taunton!

Progressive and Independent: Serving the Diverse Jewish Needs of Greater Taunton

Congregation Agudath Achim embraces an egalitarian and inclusive spirit, warmly welcoming individuals of all backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ individuals, people of color, and those from diverse faith traditions. We joyfully receive Jewish individuals, Jewish families, interfaith families, and anyone curious about exploring Jewish life and practice. Come be a part of our community as we passionately work to expand opportunities for Jewish engagement in the Greater Taunton Area.

What’s Happening

News & Announcements

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Re-establishing Brotherhood

The Congregation Agudath Achim Brotherhood is back and actively involved in the synagogue and the wider...
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2025 Congregation Officer and Board Election Results

Elections were held during our congregation annual meeting on April 27th in the Korff Library at the...
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Our New Website

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our redesigned website with a fresh, user-friendly experience...
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David Kalman Rubin Obituary

Donate to Congregation Agudath Achim in Memory of David Rubin David Kalman Rubin, 90, of Falmouth, passed...
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Let’s Celebrate our new Rabbi, Reb Josh!

What: Brunch sponsored by SisterhoodWhen: Sunday, July 14, 2024 10amWhere: In the Synagogue Vestry RSVP’s...

From Reb Josh

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The Beauty of Balance

Mystical wisdom is famous for being elusive and hard to grasp, but in our weekly Kabbalah class we have...
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Every Generation: A Message for Passover

“In every generation,” we say on Passover, “we must see ourselves as if we, personally, left Egypt.”...
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The Challenge of Joy

“When Adar begins, we multiply our joys.” —  Talmud, Tractate Ta’anit 29a Dear Family of Friends, Jewish...
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The Power of Communal Singing

Dear Family of Friends, There is a beautiful passage in the traditional morning liturgy, one of several...
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Conflict for the Sake of Heaven

Dear Family of Friends, In last month’s column, I introduced you to two rabbis from the Talmud: the literal-minded...

Service Times

Our services are also broadcast on our YouTube channel starting 5 minutes before the service starts.

Shabbat Morning

9:30 am followed by a Kiddush. Open to all.

Erev Shabbat

Third Friday of the Month at 7:00 pm followed by an Oneg Shabbat.

Shabbat Rishona

9:30 am, 1st Saturday every month during the religious school year.

Get Involved

Come find your place in a Family of Friends that enjoys being together for many reasons and on varied occasions.

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