The work of creating a new Progressive Jewish movement has taken a step forward with the first meeting of the Advisory Board that will oversee the process. Chaired by Dr Ed Kessler MBE (pictured), the Board includes the Chairs of the Movement for Reform Judaism (MRJ) and Liberal Judaism (LJ) … Read More
Progressive Judaism Leads at 10 Downing Street
Progressive Judaism Co-Leads Rabbis Josh Levy and Charley Baginsky were invited to 10 Downing Street to meet with No10’s Policy Unit.They said: “It was an excellent meeting, where we able to discuss the importance of the Progressive Judaism voice and how Government policy can support our members, students and communities.”
EcoShabbat: Resources and ideas for this weekend
This Friday night and Saturday (1-2 December) is EcoShabbat. Supported by Progressive Judaism, EcoShabbat provides the opportunity to learn, discuss, commit and act in ways to improve sustainability as both an individual and community. Below you can watch a video of Rabbi Tanya Sakhnovich – one of the Progressive rabbis … Read More
Join us this Sunday for the #Together4Humanity vigil
Progressive Judaism is proud to be part of the #Together4Humanity vigil this Sunday (3 December) at 3pm opposite Downing Street. Please save the date, spread the word and join us there. Rabbi Rebecca Birk will light a lantern of peace and mourning at the event on behalf of our Progressive … Read More
Statement in support of March Against Antisemitism and the Board of Deputies
The march yesterday in support of the Jewish community and against antisemitism was a wonderful expression of people coming together. We were delighted to see thousands of Progressive Jews marching alongside those from across our community and allies of all faiths and none. However, there has also been some unfair … Read More
Jewish Women’s Aid Shabbat 2023
This weekend is Jewish Women’s Aid Shabbat – our community’s annual Shabbat to raise awareness of domestic abuse. Below is the information we have received from Jewish Women’s Aid about this important moment: This year the theme for Jewish Women’s Aid Shabbat is ‘Exploring Healthy Relationships’. The goal is to … Read More
Progressive communities come together on Mitzvah Day
From Edgware to Edinburgh, and even inside 10 Downing Street, Progressive Judaism communities and members all across the country did good deeds to help others on Mitzvah Day. Movement heads Rabbis Josh Levy and Charley Baginsky led the way, joining with Muslim leaders and volunteers in two unique interfaith events. … Read More
Progressive Jews ‘Side by Side’ at this year’s AJEX Parade
Progressive Judaism’s rabbis and members came out in force at the weekend for the AJEX Remembrance Parade and Ceremony. Taking place at The Cenotaph, the theme for this year was ‘Side by Side’ – inviting people of all ages, right across the community to march, walk or watch, side by … Read More
Rabbi René Pfertzel represents Jewish community at meeting with the King
Progressive Judaism’s Rabbi René Pfertzel met King Charles III when the Monarch visited New Malden. Rabbi René, of Kingston Liberal Synagogue, was asked to represent the area’s Jewish community at the event, which took place at New Malden Methodist Church. The purpose of the visit was for the King to … Read More
LJY-Netzer send Chanukah packs out across the UK
LJY-Netzer movement workers sent out Chanukah packs to 50 students in universities all over the UK. The packs contain everything needed to celebrate the festival on campus, including Chanukah prayers, chocolate gelt (money), a dreidel, Chanukiah and other goodies. Movement worker Mia Bogod said: “In these troubled times, we wanted … Read More