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.

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News & Announcements

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Join the Adult B'Mitzvah Cohort!

Did you miss having a Bar or Bat Mitzvah at 13? Or perhaps you had one, but now feel ready for a more...
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5786 (2025) High Holiday Season

Please join us for the High Holidays! We seek to provide a welcoming, accessible, authentic, and moving...
Sisterhood Paint Party Wed, July 30 @ 6pm

Sisterhood Paint Party

You are invited to a Sisterhood Paint Party! We will have paper, brushes, and paint galore. Lots of fun...

Brotherhood Alert! Business, Burgers & Bluffing

FRIDAY, JULY 11th 6pm — Brotherhood Alert! Burgers, Business, and Bluffing at Brother Larry’s!Get...
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Brotherhood Event Scheduled for 6/14 is Postponed

The Brotherhood event scheduled for 6/14 is being postponed and will be rescheduled at a later date once...

From Reb Josh

Israelis react as they gather to watch a live broadcast of Israeli hostages released from Gaza at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, Israel, October 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Oded Balilty)

Mixing Sorrow With Our Joy, as Children Return to Their Homes

The day the hostages returned, I experienced a sense of joyful relief — like I could release a breath...
CAA Sukkah 5785

Visiting God's Palace

We’ve been singing the verse, Achat sha’alti from psalm 27 since the beginning of Elul, a full month...
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What it Takes to Feel at Home - Erev Rosh Hashanah Sermon, 5786

Can we, Congregation Agudath Achim—this Family of Friends (or the people of Israel as a whole, for that...
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Finding Your Way this High Holiday Season

Our Jewish tradition invites us to linger over the transition of the New Year. We blow the shofar for...
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Building Community Through Care

Engaging in acts of kindness and mutual aid can be its own path to strengthening the bonds of community,...

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.

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

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