In Season 2 of the Progressive Judaism Education Hub (sponsored by the NLPS Trust), we are exploring the Principles of Progressive Judaism.
In our second session, on Wednesday 7 May, Rabbi Robyn Ashworth-Steen and Rabbi Rebecca Birk will look at the role of Progressive Judaism in celebrating mixed faith/blended families.
They will explore how Reform and Liberal Judaism coined the term ‘marrying in’ – rather than the outdated ‘marrying out’ – and the ceremonies, rituals and practical ways we ensure all couples and families feel part of our communities.
Rabbis Rebecca and Robyn will also examine the theology and textual basis for ensuring ours is a tradition of inclusion rather than exclusion.
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At the Progressive Judaism Education Hub, some of the UK’s most senior clergy will be looking at our Progressive beliefs, values and ideologies – examining how they originated, their development through history and where we stand today.
Taking place on Wednesday nights at 7pm, and open to everyone, the Education Hub is an incredible free resource to learn more about the history and values of Progressive Judaism.
Whether you’re new to Jewish studies, seeking to deepen your understanding or just interested in finding out more about the 200+ year history of Progressive Judaism, this series will illuminate the shared ideals and transformative journeys that have shaped the Judaism we know and love today.
Sessions take place on Wednesday nights via Zoom. They are open to all – and you can take part in as few or as many as you wish.
Season 1 covered the lives and legacies of 10 the Pioneers of Progressive Judaism and can be watched on our brand new YouTube channel. The full list of dates, topics and educators for Season 2 can be found below:
| Date | Topic | Educator |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 30 April at 7pm | Israel and Zionism | Rabbi Lea Mühlstein |
| Wednesday 7 May at 7pm | ‘Marrying In’ and Mixed Faith Families | Rabbi Rebecca Birk and Rabbi Robyn Ashworth-Steen |
| Monday 12 May at 7pm | Equal Marriage and LGBT+ Inclusion | Rabbi Danny Rich |
| Wednesday 21 May at 7pm | End of Life and Funerals | Rabbi Alexandra Wright and Rabbi Debbie Young-Somers |
| (Half term break) | ||
| Wednesday 4 June at 7pm | Jewish Law and Progressive Values | Rabbi Josh Levy |
| Wednesday 11 June at 7pm | Creativity and Ritual | Rabbi Miriam Berger and Rabbi Anna Gerrard |
| Wednesday 18 June at 7pm | God and Belief | Rabbi Richard Jacobi |
| (Half term break) | ||
| Wednesday 2 July at 7pm | Progressive Prayer and Liturgy | Rabbi Elli Tikvah Sarah and Rabbi Paul Freedman |
| Wednesday 9 July at 7pm | Inherited Status and Conversion | Rabbi Dr Jonathan Romain MBE and Rabbi Mark Solomon |
| Wednesday 16 July at 7pm | Equality and Egalitarianism | Rabbi Anna Wolfson and Rabbi Kath Vardi |
Sign up now and be part of this inspiring learning experience.