A night of beautiful music and deep emotion played out at The Liberal Synagogue Elstree (TLSE) for the opening of their Arts at Elstree concert series. It featured cellist Ellen Baumring-Gledhill, who is also the artistic director of the Arts programme, and pianist Dafydd Chapman (pictured). The duo captivated an audience of … Read More
Ealing member’s journey from courtroom to bookshelf
After a distinguished career as a senior judge, His Honour Richard Harper’s supposed retirement has led him to an entirely new role – that of a full-time writer. Ealing Liberal Synagogue member Richard (pictured with his family) has achieved a remarkable milestone: the simultaneous recent publication of two books, each … Read More
Register your interest for our week of Progressive Judaism (June 2026)
We want you to celebrate the creation of one Progressive Judaism for the UK with us at a very special week-long series of events in June 2026. A combined flagship Shirei–Chagigah–Biennial gathering Guided tours exploring Britain’s (Progressive) Jewish heritage A centenary event for the World Union for Progressive Judaism Register … Read More
A prayer for the formation of Progressive Judaism
As we gather together to mark this moment, may this new chapter be marked by compassion and kindness, openness and respect, scholarship and joy. Baruch she’natan Torah l’amo Yisrael. Blessed is the One who gave Torah to a people who are willing to wrestle with it. We stand, like those … Read More
History made as Progressive Judaism forms
Press release issued at 11.45 am on Sunday 18 May 2025: ‘Biggest change in British Judaism since the war’ as new Progressive movement forms Member communities of Britain’s Liberal and Reform Jewish movements vote to unite Historic moment is the culmination of 250 years of Progressive Jewish history First ever … Read More
Wednesday 21 May at 7pm: Education Hub on End of Life
On Wednesday 21 May at 7pm, Rabbi Alexandra Wright and Rabbi Debbie Young-Somers will host an Education Hub session on End of Life and Funerals. They will lead a conversation on how they, as Progressive rabbis, approach the last days and hours of a person’s life, and how they walk … Read More
Kivunim – celebrating Jewish identity and adventure
The young people on their Kivunim journey enjoyed an unforgettable weekend filled with learning, adventure and community spirit. It was a residential that blended the joy of Shabbat, exciting outdoor challenges, and meaningful discussions on Jewish identity, leaving everyone with memories for a lifetime. Kivunim is a nationwide B’nei Mitzvah … Read More
Historic interfaith first made at King’s College Chapel
In a landmark moment for interfaith dialogue in the UK, Rabbi Charley Baginsky, Co-Lead of Progressive Judaism, took the pulpit at King’s College Chapel, Cambridge. Rabbi Charley delivered the ‘Annual Sermon Before the University’ alongside two equally distinguished women faith leaders, the Reverend Prebendary Dr Isabelle Hamley, Principal of Ridley … Read More
Towards life: Declaring this moment holy
By Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy At Pesach, we told the story of Nachshon ben Amminadav, the one who stepped into the sea before it split. He didn’t wait for certainty – he moved because the moment demanded courage. That act has shaped our journey from the start: … Read More
Progressive communities unite for Yom Ha’atzmaut events
Liberal and Reform communities around the UK and Ireland commemorated Yom HaZikaron (Israel’s Memorial Day) and celebrated Yom Ha’atzmaut (Israel’s Independence Day) with a series of service and events. Members of Finchley Progressive Synagogue, Radlett Reform Synagogue, Sha’arei Tsedek North London Reform Synagogue, Southgate Progressive Synagogue and The Liberal Synagogue … Read More