On Wednesday 18 June at 7pm, Rabbi Richard Jacobi and Rabbi Pete Tobias will host an Education Hub session on God and Belief. Together, they’ll explore how being Jewish does NOT require belief in God — and examine what we really mean when we talk about believing in God, or not. … Read More
Rabbinic reunion for Kingston civic service
Multiple rabbis, two local mayors, numerous interfaith leaders and the whole congregation of Kingston Liberal Synagogue (KLS) came together to celebrate the community’s newly refurbished sanctuary at a special Shabbat civic service. Kingston’s Rabbi Lev Taylor led the joyful service, joined by his predecessors Rabbi Dr René Pfertzel, Rabbi Charley … Read More
York celebrates Pride with interfaith Shabbat in the Chapel
Members of York Liberal Jewish Community (YLJC) came together with neighbours and friends to celebrate Pride at a special interfaith Erev Shabbat service, held at the York Unitarian Chapel. The uplifting event was organised by YLJC’s Social Action Team. Led by the community’s Rabbi Elisheva Salamo – who is passionate … Read More
Bonny welcomed by Reading at moving admission ceremony
Reading Liberal Jewish Community welcomed Bonny Hazelwood into Progressive Judaism at an admission ceremony this Shabbat, conducted by Gwendolen Burton. Pictured here are Bonny and her family and friends, along with members of the shul. Conversions through the Progressive Batei Din reached record levels last year. You can find out … Read More
Midlands communities unite for shared Shavuot
More than 110 people, including over 20 young attendees, came together for Shavuot at Nottingham Liberal Synagogue in a celebration of Jewish unity and diversity across the Midlands. Although joint Liberal Midlands events have taken place in the past, this marked the first time Progressive partners from Reform congregations joined … Read More
A wonderful night of revelation and discussion
Kingston Liberal Synagogue, North West Surrey Synagogue and The Wimbledon Synagogue joined together for a Shavuot night of revelation. Rabbi Adrian Schell led a session exploring what revelation actually means; Rabbi Lev Taylor revealed his Shavuot Island Discs with some fascinating insights into his family and reasons for joining the … Read More
Voices for Prophetic Judaism launches with powerful Shavuot
The launch of Voices for Prophetic Judaism (VfPJ) brought together 51 online participants for a deeply inspiring Tikkun Leyl Shavuot. You can watch it here. Rabbi Elli Tikvah Sarah, who introduced the event, traced the roots of Prophetic Judaism, reflecting on the significance of launching the initiative on Shavuot, the … Read More
LJS unites faiths with reflection, learning and cheesecake
The Liberal Jewish Synagogue (LJS) hosted a memorable Tikkun Leyl Shavuot, bringing together diverse voices for a night of learning and commemoration. The event began with a tour of a local mosque and St John’s Wood Church, where Reverend Dr Anders Bergquist shared insights into the church’s history. This interfaith … Read More
Crouch End Chavurah celebrates its coming of age
Members of Crouch End Chavurah celebrated the community’s 13th birthday with a weekend filled with joy, learning and fellowship. As a small Jewish community, the Chavurah has thrived by bringing together individuals seeking egalitarian participation and meaningful communal experiences – guided by Rabbi Sandra Kviat. Rooted in the Hebrew word … Read More