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Installng Reb Josh

it’s time to CELEBRATE as we install Rabbi Joshua Schreiber as spiritual leader of Congregation Agudath Achim

Posted on January 11, 2026

Join us for a special and meaningful Shabbat Services as we gather together to install Rabbi Schreiber in a celebration of our community and shared faith.

How to Install a Rabbi

Posted on December 30, 2025

“If you’re having trouble installing your rabbi, try rebooting the congregation!”

My brother-in-law thinks he’s very clever.

But I have to admit I like his joke better than the more common ones about installing air conditioners and ceiling fans. It’s not a terrible analogy to say that a rabbi works in the operating environment of a congregation and its board, as we work together to address the needs of the community.

Hanukkah Blessings

Posted on December 14, 2025

This post was prepared for the public menorah lighting on the Taunton Green, 5786/2025. For more details on how to light your own Hanukkah lights, visit www.myjewishlearning.com/article/hanukkah-candle-lighting-ceremony. Hanukkah Blessings בָּרוּךְ אַתָּה יי אֱלֹהֵֽינוּ מֶלֶךְ הָעוֹלָם,  אֲשֶׁר קִדְּשָֽׁנוּ בְּמִצְוֹתָיו,  וְצִוָּנוּ לְהַדְלִיק נֵר שֶׁל חֲנֻכָּה. Baruch ata Adonai, Elo-heinu melech ha-olam, asher kid’shanu b’mitzvo-tav,  v’tzi-vanu l’had-lik ner Continue Reading »

Brotherhood at Congregation Agudath Achim

🚫 No Dec Brotherhood Meeting (Too Much Latke!) ✅ Jan 15th: Food, Fun, & Fellowship

Posted on December 7, 2025

Next Brotherhood Gathering! Thursday, January 15, 2026 Dinner 530p; Meeting 630p @ PACC Because our usual monthly meeting would fall right in the middle of Hanukkah, we’re taking December off to enjoy the holidays (we have nothing super pressing anyway!). Get ready for our next Brotherhood Dinner & Meeting on Thursday, January 15, 2026! We’ll be meeting at the PACC Continue Reading »

Join the Adult B’Mitzvah Cohort!

Posted on November 6, 2025

Did you miss having a Bar or Bat Mitzvah at 13? Or perhaps you had one, but now feel ready for a more meaningful, mature experience? Join a group of peers to deepen your knowledge of — and relationship with — Torah and prayer! Opportunities are available for both individual and group celebrations, to take Continue Reading »

Rosh Hashanah Symbols

5786 (2025) High Holiday Season

Posted on August 29, 2025

Please join us for the High Holidays! We seek to provide a welcoming, accessible, authentic, and moving experience in our services over the High Holiday season and throughout the year. The cost of attendance is covered in membership dues. Tickets for non-members are $200/person for all services.* You can pay for the tickets here (under Continue Reading »

Sisterhood Paint Party Wed, July 30 @ 6pm

Sisterhood Paint Party

Posted on July 6, 2025

You are invited to a Sisterhood Paint Party! We will have paper, brushes, and paint galore. Lots of fun is what’s in store! Everything needed to create a masterpiece will be available, along with a light dinner. Artist Stefanie Durniok will lead us in a paint project of her choice. When: Wednesday, July 30, 2025 Continue Reading »

Brotherhood Alert! Business, Burgers & Bluffing

Posted on July 6, 2025

FRIDAY, JULY 11th 6pm — Brotherhood Alert! Burgers, Business, and Bluffing at Brother Larry’s!Get ready for an evening of camaraderie, conversation, and cards! The Congregation Agudath Achim Brotherhood is excited to announce our next meeting and a fun-filled event hosted by Brother Larry Kostant at his home: 45 Freetown Street, Lakeville, on FRIDAY, JULY 11th, Continue Reading »

Brotherhood at Congregation Agudath Achim

Brotherhood Event Scheduled for 6/14 is Postponed

Posted on June 6, 2025

The Brotherhood event scheduled for 6/14 is being postponed and will be rescheduled at a later date once it’s confirmed. Apologies for any inconvenience. Shabbat Shalom, Brotherhood

Congregation Agudath Achim Comedy Night - September 13, 2025 - Get Tickets Now

Get Tickets Now for our Comedy Fundraiser on September 13, 2025

Posted on May 16, 2025

This year’s fundraiser is a laugh-filled Comedy Night on Saturday, September 13th, at the Taunton Lodge of Elks #150 located at 775 John Quincy Adams Road in Taunton, MA. Tickets are $30 in advance, $35 at the door. Doors open at 7:00pm B.Y.O.S. (Bring Your Own Snacks) and cash bar Our entertainment will be brought Continue Reading »