On Saturday, December 21, a group of interfaith couples and young Jewish professionals gathered for a meaningful Havdalah ceremony and dinner, supported by an Interfaith Connector Gather Grant.
Despite the chilly weather, everyone came together outdoors to mark the transition from Shabbat, sharing reflections and connection under the night sky.
Afterward, they warmed up with dinner at a cozy restaurant in Cabbagetown, enjoying great conversation and community. Federation’s Interfaith Connector is excited to announce that plans for the next gathering—a Shabbat dinner—are already underway. Stay tuned for more opportunities to connect and build community!
“I am Jewish, and my husband is not. When we moved to Atlanta last year, the only person we knew was our realtor. The many welcoming and accessible interfaith programs that we have found in the Atlanta Jewish community have been an amazing catalyst for building a community of our own. It’s been very meaningful for me to build friendships with Jewish people, but at tables where my non-Jewish husband belongs,” said Abby Vankudre, who coordinated this event. “I am grateful to the Federation for making Gather Grants available to us, because they provide the spark that you need to get people to come together despite busy schedules. I had a great time putting together this last-minute pre-Hanukkah Havdalah dinner and I’m looking forward to more events in 2025!”
At Atlanta’s Interfaith Connector, Federation’s mission is to support interfaith couples and families by fostering an inclusive, understanding, and accepting community within the Jewish tradition. Federation is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where every family feels valued and connected, no matter their background or faith journey.
