Or Hadash, meaning “new light,” is a home for Jewish connection, for the sacred, for authenticity, for the seeker.
New to Or Hadash? Discover how you can become part of our welcoming community. Whether you're exploring Judaism for the first time or seeking a new spiritual home, we welcome you to join us in meaningful connection and joyful practice.
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.
What We Offer
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Inclusive Worship
Experience services that honor tradition and embrace modernity.
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Lifelong Learning
Engage in educational opportunities for all ages.
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Community Connections
Participate in diverse groups and social events.
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Social Action:
Join us in making a positive impact through Tikkun Olam.
Join Us for Services
In-Person: Experience the warmth of our community firsthand.
Online: Participate via Zoom (password required) or YouTube (no password needed).
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: May 30/31
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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Shavuot Morning Hike
Sunday, June 1st @ 9:15 am
"We all stood there at Mount Sinai," we say on Shavuot. This year, we'll try to get a little closer to recreating that experience by climbing a (small) mountain ourselves!
Join us for a family-friendly hike on Sunday June 1st (Erev Shavuot). Meet up at 9am at Kennesaw Mountain Visitor's Center for a 9:15am hike departure. We'll bring the Torah scroll up the mountain, stopping along the way for reflection, singing, and activities. We'll gather at the top for an abbreviated Torah reading and singing, and return to the trailhead for snacks before we depart.
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An Evening of Torah Study - Tikkun Le'il
Sunday, June 1, 6:45 - 11:00 pm
Join Beth Shalom & Or Hadash for an evening of Torah Study, savory and sweet treats, as we enter Shavuot.
This program will take place at Congregation Beth Shalom:
5303 Winters Chapel Road
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Shavuot Services
Monday, June 2 @ 9:15 am
Join us for Shavuot Services with Hallel and Yizkor. Please stay for Kiddush.
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Tot Shabbat
Saturday, June 7 @ 11:00 am
A Special Tot Shabbat
Join Rabbi Lauren and Pam Cohen for a fun-filled morning of music, stories, and movement—perfect for children ages 0–6 (and their siblings!). Special Storytime!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.
” 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.
