Weekly e-bulletin from Liberal Judaism

LAST CHANCE: Biennial Weekend - Celebrating Success - Chairs and Rabbis

This year’s Biennial weekend gives us a great opportunity to celebrate the successes, achievements and diversity of all of our congregations. To that end, we are putting together a major exhibition and would really like every congregation and associated body to be represented. So we are asking you to provide us with 4 -5 short bullet points that can be used in the display, and possibly a couple of photos. It will only take you ten minutes at the most, and it’s a great exercise in reminding ourselves just how good we all are! You will find more information and suggestions in this link –  please respond by 3rd March at the latest to Mike Beral at m.beral@liberaljudaism.org. Don’t let your congregation miss out on this opportunity!

NEWS and EVENTS

PR Workshop - PR Officers, Bulletin Editors and Chairs

27th April at the Montagu Centre, 11.30am - 4.30pm: Featuring special guest Rachel Fletcher (Jewish Chronicle), who will be appearing in a personal capacity to offer advice from a journalist's perspective.  This workshop will provide the opportunity to hone your PR skills so that you can promote your Liberal Jewish community to the best possible effect. The day will feature a series of useful sessions, as well as presenting the invaluable chance to network with your colleagues from around the country.  Sessions include, "How to write a press release" and "What is news?". Click here for invitation or email a.mankowitz@liberaljudaism.org.

'tent' spring getaway - All

4th to 6th April 2008: take a spring break with ‘tent: the meeting place’ in Bristol.  ‘tent’ services, fun and antics, Saturday night in the city centre, plus day passes to Liberal Judaism’s ‘Creation and Creativity’ Biennial Weekend with workshops by rabbis, scientists and artists from across the country. £70 including accommodation, meals and activities. Contact Avivit 07866 501 787 or a.katzil@liberaljudaism.org.

LJ Today - All

The March/April 2008 edition of LJ Today will be arriving shortly at all communities.  It can also be viewed online in full colour by clicking here.

GCSE Revision Course - Chairs of Education, Head Teachers, Rabbis, Administrators

Come and prepare for your OCR GCSE Religious Studies C (Judaism) at the Montagu Centre on Monday 5th and Monday 26th May.  Full course with other Liberal Judaism Religion School Students.  £30 for one day or £50 for both.  Click here for more information or email j.thwaites@liberaljudaism.org.

Hebrew Crash Courses at NPLS - Chairs of Education , Head teachers, Chairs, Rabbis and Administrators

14th - 16th March 2008.  Northwood and Pinner Liberal Synagogue is holding two Hebrew crash courses - one for adults and one for children aged 10 - 13.  Click on the relevant links for the application forms or contact the synagogue office on 01923 822592 for more information. Led by Rabbi Aaron Goldstein. £60 to members of Liberal Judaism congregations, £100 to non-members.  Book your place by 7th March.

An Evening With Boris Johnson - All

Monday 3rd March, 7.30 pm, Liberal Judaism, Montagu Centre.  Boris Johnson, MP, is the Conservative candidate for Mayor of London and will be campaigning in the mayoral elections in May. The responsibilities and powers of the Mayor have far-reaching effects on London and on much of the rest of the country. We are therefore pleased that Mr Johnson has agreed to speak at the Montagu Centre and to answer questions so that his position may be understood. We have extended invitations to the other mayoral candidates, including the incumbent, and hope to be able to announce further similar evenings in due course. Places are limited and therefore attendance will be by ticket only on application to montagu@liberaljudaism.org.