Mosaic Jewish Community (MJC) rocked to the sound of Elvis Shmelvis with a packed audience in their Stanmore Hill home. MJC showed what a rock ‘n’ roll star can do, by bringing the three strands of Judaism at Mosaic – Liberal, Reform and Masorti – together, with some Orthodox friends … Read More
Education Hub Special: What’s the Difference?
You are invited to join us for a special one-off Education Hub – on Wednesday 9 April at 7pm – exploring the history of Reform and Liberal Judaism in the UK. To take part, email hello@progressivejudaism.org.uk for the Zoom link. The session will be delivered by two of Britain’s most … Read More
Media Masterclass: The Comms of a New Movement
The formation of one bigger and bolder Progressive Judaism for the UK will create many exciting PR and outreach opportunities. Join us on Monday 31 March at 7pm for a special Media Masterclass, where we’ll look at ways to expand our impact, grow our audience and strengthen our message. To … Read More
Open House: Chat with the Co-Leads of Progressive Judaism
Progressive Judaism Co-Leads Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy host a monthly online Open House for all members of Reform and Liberal communities. This informal forum provides a chance for you to ask questions, share experiences, chat about anything that is on your mind and share your vision for the … Read More
Education Hub Week 9: Rabbi Abraham Geiger by Rabbi Dr Charles H Middleburgh
Hundreds of people have been taking part in the Progressive Judaism Education Hub 2025 – a unique online series delving into the rich history and core values of our Judaism. The next Zoom event is on Thursday 6 March when Rabbi Dr Charles H Middleburgh will explore the lasting legacy … Read More
London vigils show support for the hostages… and each other
Progressive communities across the country have been holding a series of Havdalah vigils, services and events to stand in support of the hostages being held by Hamas and mourn those who have been murdered. In London, our synagogues recently hosted two important cross-communal moments. Edgware and Hendon Reform Synagogue held … Read More
Manchester vigil shares message of solidarity and remembrance
In a heartfelt display of unity and solidarity, members of Menorah Synagogue (Cheshire Reform Congregation) joined forces with Orthodox synagogues for a well-attended South Manchester Jewish community service to honour the memory of murdered hostages, including Oded Lifshitz and the Bibas family. Held at Shaare Sedek (Sephardi) Synagogue, the service … Read More
Education Hub Week 8: Rabbi Dr Leo Baeck by Rabbi Dr Elliott Karstadt
The Progressive Judaism Education Hub 2025 – a unique online series delving into the rich history and core values of our Judaism – has seen hundreds of people already taking part The next Zoom event is tonight (Thursday 27 February) at 7pm when Rabbi Dr Elliott Karstadt will explore the … Read More
A time to mourn – Progressive Judaism update
This week’s Progressive Judaism newsletter is now with subscribers and can be read here. We wanted to also share the important introductory message: This week’s bulletin comes over 500 days after 7 October 2023. Since that day, and all the days that have followed, we have found ourselves overcome with … Read More
Tu Bishvat 5785 around our communities
Tu Bishvat – the festival where we celebrate the environment and the start of spring – was marked across our communities with services, sedarim, tree plantings and other events