EcoShabbat is a project of the EcoSynagogue that will provide our communities with the opportunity to put discussions, education and commitment to the environment at the top of the agenda. This year it will take place on 5/6 November, during the week that the whole world will be discussing the … Read More
JCORE Emergency Appeal for Afghan Refugees
By Dr Edie Friedman Executive Director, JCORE (Jewish Council for Racial Equality) The sudden fall of Kabul and its tragic consequences are particularly resonant for the Jewish community. Those Afghans who manage to get on a plane and come to the UK will, thankfully, be out of danger. But they … Read More
City of York hosts World Premiere of new Holocaust film
York Liberal Jewish Community (YLJC) will co-host the World Premiere of a new feature-length documentary film on the Holocaust entitled GETTING AWAY WITH MURDER(S). Made by one of Yorkshire’s most interesting filmmakers, David Nicholas Wilkinson, it is been in fruition for the last 18 years. It looks at how almost … Read More
Supporting World Jewish Relief’s Haiti Earthquake Appeal
On Friday morning, a 7.2 magnitude earthquake hit Haiti, killing at least 2,000 people and injuring more than 12,000. World Jewish Relief will be responding, working with a local partner to meet urgent humanitarian needs. Liberal Judaism fully supports its efforts. The earthquake came at a time when many Haitians … Read More
Ark Synagogue’s Care Team back together for tea
The Ark Synagogue hosted an in-person appreciation afternoon tea for the volunteers of their Care Team. It was the first time the team have met in-person since March 2020, making for a very moving and enjoyable afternoon. Over the last 18 months, the 35+ strong volunteer team have provided outreach … Read More
Lily’s Legacy events and activities this autumn
Liberal Judaism’s groundbreaking Lily’s Legacy Project (LLP) keeps going strong. After a successful launch of the Lily’s Legacy Education Toolkit for schools/chederim at the Liberal Judaism Biennial Weekend, the team is excited to announce a number of inspiring events and activities this autumn. With Covid restrictions having eased off, the … Read More
Watch Rabbi Janet Darley support refugees on BBC2
Liberal Judaism’s Rabbi Janet Darley appeared on BBC2’s Sunday Morning Live this week. In a special edition based around refugees, Janet looked at the moral dimension and faith response to the current crisis and opposition to current Government plans that will no longer guarantee many refugees safety in the UK. … Read More
Join The Pilgrimage with Yelala this Elul (10 Aug – 26 Sep)
By Kohenet Yael Esther Tischler Student Rabbi (Leo Baeck College) In the heat of summer, a journey begins towards the renewal of autumn, bringing the nourishment of rain and new beginnings. As a community, we make a pilgrimage through this season, following in the ways of our ancestors, who would … Read More
Liberal Judaism welcomes UK Holocaust Memorial Centre
Liberal Judaism is delighted to share the news that the UK’s first national Holocaust Memorial and Learning Centre will be built in Westminster, following the granting of planning permission. Construction will start later this year, with the centre hoping to open its doors in 2025. Being built right next door … Read More
ELELS community celebrate at their hybrid services
The members of East London & Essex Liberal Synagogue (ELELS) have had plenty of reason to celebrate in July. Launching hybrid services earlier this month, they have already had a barmitzvah and batmitzvah take place inside the synagogue. This Shabbat saw Rabbi Richard Jacobi lead the service in the sanctuary … Read More