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Congregation Or Atid is a vibrant, innovative MetroWest Boston synagogue.
Members turn to Or Atid for friendship, holiday and lifecycle celebrations, and learning.
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Shabbat services are held in-person and online. Click here for schedule times and additional information.
Learn About Our Community Hebrew School
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Registration is open for the Jewish Learning Collaborative of Metrowest!
We welcome all Jewish learners, regardless of denomination or affiliation, to join our Pre-K to grade 7 Hebrew School. “We are proud to be a pluralistic school that welcomes any child (and family) that is curious about and wants to explore their Judaism,” shares Orna Sonnenschein, the school’s director and longtime Jewish educator. Families do not need to belong to a synagogue to be part of our Hebrew School family! CLICK HERE to learn more.
Latest News
Rabbi David Finkelstein's Office Hours
Wednesdays 12:30-2:00pm (Onsite and on Zoom)
Rabbi David's Office Hours are on Wednesdays, excepting vacation days and holy days. During these hours, Rabbi David will be at Or Atid with his door open, available for unannounced visits in-person and on Zoom (email for a zoom link). Those who wish to connect with the Rabbi at a different time are invited to set up an appointment via email or phone call/text (781.786.8679).
Happenings
Upcoming Events
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Saturday ,
NovNovember 1 , 2025Young Family Shabbat
Shabbat, Nov 1st 11:15a to 12:00p
Join us for an interactive Shabbat service full of singing, movement, and storytelling for families with children ages infant-10. This service will be led by Jewish educator Aki. After the service, everyone is invited to stay for a community kiddush. RSVP to: youngfamilies@congregationoratid.org -
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NovNovember 2 , 2025Explore Mussar with Rabbi David
Sunday, Nov 2nd 10:00a to 11:30a
It’s old—time-tested and rooted in Jewish traditions. It’s new—increasingly popular and exceedingly relevant during these challenging times. Come learn about and experience Mussar with Rabbi David as he introduces the history and practice of Mussar, a Torah-based literature of ethical self-improvement—pursuing wholeness and holiness, and becoming a mensch. In the first session, we’ll learn the history and terms of Mussar, with an emphasis on middot—personal inner traits, like patience and trust, which are the indispensable tools of Mussar work. In the second session, we will experience a model Mussar group meeting, which supports personal and psychological growth and spiritual and ethical development. See the Oracle for the registration link. -
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NovNovember 9 , 2025Explore Mussar with Rabbi David
Sunday, Nov 9th 10:00a to 11:30a
It’s old—time-tested and rooted in Jewish traditions. It’s new—increasingly popular and exceedingly relevant during these challenging times. Come learn about and experience Mussar with Rabbi David as he introduces the history and practice of Mussar, a Torah-based literature of ethical self-improvement—pursuing wholeness and holiness, and becoming a mensch. In the first session, we’ll learn the history and terms of Mussar, with an emphasis on middot—personal inner traits, like patience and trust, which are the indispensable tools of Mussar work. In the second session, we will experience a model Mussar group meeting, which supports personal and psychological growth and spiritual and ethical development. See the Oracle for the registration link. -
Monday ,
NovNovember 10 , 2025Midas Man at West Newton Cinema
Monday, Nov 10th 6:30p to 8:30p
Join COA and BTM to watch Midas Man, presented by Boston Jewish Film. On a cold night in 1961, a young record store owner walked into Liverpool’s Cavern Club and discovered the greatest pop act the music world would ever see. So begins the story of Brian Epstein, the man who discovered The Beatles. We have purchased a block of discounted tickets at $14 each. To pay for your ticket, select "More Info." -
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NovNovember 16 , 2025Sigd-themed Playgroup
Sunday, Nov 16th 10:00a to 11:00a
Join us for our first free playgroup of the school year! Socialize with local parents while the kids hear a story, sing songs with Rabbi David, and engage in an age-appropriate, sensory activity. Learn about Sigd—the holiday unique to the Beta Israel (Ethiopian Jewish) community! Geared towards babies to 1st graders. Ethiopian food and bagels will be served. RSVP: youngfamilies@congregationoratid.org -
Tuesday ,
NovNovember 18 , 2025Dinner Out with the Sisterhoods
Tuesday, Nov 18th 6:00p to 8:00p
Please join the Sisterhoods of COA & BTM for a fun Dinner Out at The Villa Restaurant in Wayland! Come socialize and enjoy delicious pizza and salads. The dinner cost is $15 per person with an additional charge for alcoholic beverages. Payment will be taken at the dinner. See the Oracle to RSVP. -
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DecDecember 15 , 2025Or Atid Women’s Book Group Discussion: How to Read a Book
Monday, Dec 15th 7:30p
Join us online for a discussion of How to Read a Book by Monica Wood. From the award-winning author of The One-in-a-Million Boy comes a heartfelt, uplifting novel about a chance encounter at a bookstore, exploring redemption, unlikely friendships, and the life-changing power of sharing stories.
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Today's Calendar
| Torah Study : 6:45pm |
Friday Night
| Candle Lighting : 5:22pm |
Shabbat Day
| Shabbat Morning Services in Person and on Zoom : 9:30am |
| Young Family Shabbat : 11:15am |
| Havdalah : 6:21pm |
This week's Torah portion is Parshat Lech Lecha
| Shabbat, Nov 1 |
Candle Lighting
| Friday, Oct 31, 5:22pm |
Havdalah
| Motzei Shabbat, Nov 1, 6:21pm |
Shabbat Mevarchim
| Shabbat, Nov 15 |
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