Sixty participants from across the South West gathered in Exeter for an unforgettable weekend: the very first Progressive Judaism South West Chagigah. This incredible event marked an exciting milestone in the creation of our new Movement, bringing together members and friends from Three Counties, Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter, Kernow, Wessex and … Read More
Anne Frank service brings faiths together in Herefordshire
A moving Anne Frank memorial service held by the Three Counties Liberal Community offered a timely message of hope and unity for these troubled times. 3CLJC, representing congregations from Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, and Worcestershire, were joined by civic leaders, interfaith representatives, and families from across the region to reflect on the … Read More
Joy, learning and heavy lifting at Ba’alei Tefillah weekend
The participants on the Ba’alei Tefillah lay service leadership programme enjoyed an engaging and educational residential weekend, where they bonded as a group and left with a renewed sense of spirit and purpose. Originating in Liberal Judaism, the course is currently led by Rabbi Anna Gerrard and organised by Alexandra Gellnick. … Read More
EcoJudaism Award presented at Three Counties Shabbat
Three Counties Liberal Jewish Community (3CLJC) was presented with an EcoJudaism Award during a special eco-themed Shabbat service. 3CLJC received EcoJudaism Silver Status earlier this year, in recognition of the community’s work towards an environmentally responsible future. A certificate was presented by Dr Simon Opher, the Labour MP for Stroud … Read More
Rabbi Anna Gerrard welcomed back as Three Counties’ Lead Rabbi
Faith leaders from across Gloucestershire, Worcestershire and Herefordshire joined together to celebrate the return of Rabbi Anna Gerrard as Lead Rabbi of Three Counties Liberal Jewish Community (3CLJC). It was a case of ‘welcome back’ for Rabbi Anna (pictured) – who had previously served 10 years in the post, before … Read More
Rabbi Anna Gerrard makes history with Clifton College role
1 December 2019 Clifton College – the independent boarding and day school in Bristol – has appointed Liberal Judaism’s Rabbi Anna Gerrard as its first ever Jewish chaplain. Anna’s role will ensure that Jewish pupils are able to live a Jewish life within the wider school community, including celebrating Jewish … Read More
Herefordshire and Gloucestershire Liberal communities to unite
30 May 2019 Herefordshire Jewish Community (HJC) and neighbouring Gloucestershire Liberal Jewish Community (GLJC) are to amalgamate to form one new united Liberal Judaism congregation in the region. A coming together service is planned for Saturday 20 July when the new congregation will be officially formed. It will take the … Read More
Liberal chair helps celebrate a decade of Gloucestershire community
13 June 2018 Several local mayors and dignitaries including Liberal Judaism chair Simon Benscher (pictured) helped to celebrate 10 years of Gloucestershire Liberal Jewish Community (GLJC) at a special anniversary service. Led by Rabbi Anna Gerrard, almost the whole community attended the Shabbat service – which also honoured those who … Read More
Gloucestershire event is a Friday night winner
3 July 2017 More than 70 people attended Friday night dinners all over the South West of England in a unique project coordinated by Gloucestershire Liberal Jewish Community (GLJC). Rabbi Anna Gerrard and Karen Reynolds organised the venture, which saw members of GLJC attend one of eight dinners, all taking … Read More
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