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Andrea Lipman and Rabbi Jonathon Adler have formed a bond as the latter lived on with Andy Lipman’s kidney.
Health & Wellness
Rabbi Adler’s Transplant Story Leaves Lasting Bonds
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Andrea Lipman arranged for her late husband’s organ donations to provide lifesaving support to a local rabbi and several others.
Whereas most synagogue gift shops nationwide have closed because of the multiple offerings of Jewish books and accoutrements on the Internet, there remain a few places in the Atlanta area that continue to offer a selection of jewelry, gifts, books, and curated items of Judaica.
CommunityJudaica Gift Shops Guide
By Chana Shapiro
Andrea Lipman and Rabbi Jonathon Adler have formed a bond as the latter lived on with Andy Lipman’s kidney.
July 1, 2026, 11:33 am
Rabbi Adler’s Transplant Story Leaves Lasting Bonds
Andrea Lipman arranged for her late husband’s organ donations to provide lifesaving support to a local rabbi and several others.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
(From left) AJC Regional Director Dov Wilker and AJC chief policy and political affairs officer Jason Isaacson.
May 27, 2026, 1:24 pm
AJC Salutes Leadership at Annual Meeting
The American Jewish Committee installed new officers and offered a firsthand political affairs update.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
May 27, 2026, 10:52 am
Rabbi Roundtable: May 31, 2026
The AJT has launched a new monthly feature bringing rabbis together from across all denominations and Jewish Atlanta.
By Rabbis Yitzchok Werbin, Nachman Friedman, Sol Agin and Shalom Lewis
Rabbi Daniel Dorsch’s family, Amy, Zev, and Haley shared the kudos // All photos by David Craig
May 27, 2026, 10:08 am
Etz Chaim Honors Rabbi Dorsch’s 10th Anniversary
The congregation also celebrated the senior rabbi’s 17th wedding anniversary.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Rabbi Mark Zimmerman and Linda Zimmerman were gracious guests of honor // All photos by Tai Shlomi
April 15, 2026, 10:38 am
Beth Shalom Treasures Rabbi Zimmerman’s Legacy
Post-retirement in his emeritus role, both Linda and Rabbi Mark Zimmerman will stay connected to Congregation Beth Shalom while enjoying a bit more free time.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Rabbi Dan Dorsch
April 1, 2026, 11:33 am
Rabbi Dan Dorsch’s Message for Passover 2026
For our Passover holiday issue, we invited members of our staff and community to share their responses.
By Rabbi Dan Dorsch
Whereas most synagogue gift shops nationwide have closed because of the multiple offerings of Jewish books and accoutrements on the Internet, there remain a few places in the Atlanta area that continue to offer a selection of jewelry, gifts, books, and curated items of Judaica.
March 23, 2026, 10:24 am
Judaica Gift Shops Guide
There's still a few places in Metro Atlanta where you can purchase Judaica. Here's a helpful list of locations.
By Chana Shapiro
Rabbi Sizomu discussing Talmud at an Ahavath Achim brotherhood meeting at the home of the home of Ellen and Michael Plasker.
December 31, 2025, 12:05 am
Chief Uganda Rabbi Visits Atlanta-Area Synagogues
Rabbi Gershom Sizomu, chief rabbi of Uganda, appeared at Congregations B’nai Torah, Ahavath Achim, Shearith Israel, and Etz Chaim.
By Robert Garber
Lou and several preschool students playing with toys in the classroom // Photo Credit: Tiana Plendl
November 12, 2025, 10:50 am
A Jewish Father Figure to All
“Papa” Lou Rosengarten celebrated the 85th anniversary of his bar mitzvah on Sept. 27 at Congregation Etz Chaim.
By Tessa Scharff
The grant from the Marcus Foundation is designed to help the Atlanta Rabbinical Association develop an expanded role in the Atlanta community,
October 29, 2025, 11:10 am
Marcus Foundation Grant Propels ARA’s Growth
A three-year grant is aimed at increasing the organization’s impact on the Atlanta community and strengthening ties to Emory University.
By Bob Bahr
Sen. Jon Ossoff hosted a roundtable discussion with members of the Atlanta Rabbinical Association.
September 17, 2025, 10:48 am
Ossoff Hosts Roundtable with ATL Rabbinical Association
The roundtable discussion focused on Israel, antisemitism, and Georgia’s Jewish community.
By Compiled by AJT staff
Rabbi RuthE Levy has been named the new rabbi and spiritual leader of Mountain Synagogue in Franklin, N.C.
July 16, 2025, 11:04 am
Rabbi Levy to Lead Congregation in NC
Rabbi RuthE Levy has been named the new rabbi and spiritual leader of Mountain Synagogue in Franklin, N.C.
By Compiled by AJT staff
Rabbi Daniel Dorsch, Senior Rabbi of Congregation Etz Chaim, spoke at the Kiwanis Prayer Breakfast in Marietta on May 29 // Photo Credit: Lou Ladinsky
June 11, 2025, 10:47 am
Rabbi Dorsch Speaks at Kiwanis Prayer Breakfast
“When you heard a rabbi was coming, what were you expecting?”
By Lou Ladinsky
Nova Music Festival survivor Ron Segev (left) with Avi Posnick of StandWithUs.
June 11, 2025, 10:44 am
Nova Survivor Segev Recounts Tale of Horror
Ron Segev gave an emotional presentation about his escape from the Nova Music Festival and how StandWithUs is empowering young students.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
U.S. President Donald Trump (left) shakes hands with Yousif Al Obaidli, Director of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, during a tour of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Thursday, May 15, 2025, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates // Photo Credit: AP Photo/Alex Brandon/Times of Israel
May 22, 2025, 1:41 pm
Jewish Atlanta’s Views on Trump at 100 Days
President praised with "Dayenu" list and criticized as having "confirmed our worst fears."
By Dave Schechter
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