MA. which celebrated its 100th anniversary on June 20. 1992. From its establishment in May 1892. Ahavath Achim has been dedicated to assisting and serving immigrant Jews as they arrive in our country. The original congregation was composed of Lithuanian immigrants who declared through the charter that the purpose of the synagogue would be "To worship God. bury the dead and promote temperance and morality." Ahavath Achim Synagogue has been the backbone of the New Bedford Jewish community. creating an interest free loan society which granted free loans to many aspiring businesses. educating the children about their faith and heritage. supervising foods to ensure that they met Jewish dietary laws. preparing the deceased for burial. and providing food. lodging. and assistance for visitors who were collecting money for Jewish institutions. Under the current leadership of Rabbi Barry D. Hartman. Ahavath Achim has revitalized its community programs with two scholarinresidence weekends and a Hebrew high school and youth group. Rabbi Hartman has also led the synagogue in providing assistance and hospitality to recent immigrants from the former Soviet Union. I wish to congratulate Ahavath Achim Synagogue for continuing the outstanding community service it has offered for these past 100 years. In addition.
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