Progressive rabbis were well represented at this year’s AJEX Annual Remembrance Parade and Ceremony. Rabbi Josh Levy, Co-Lead of the Movement for Progressive Judaism, laid a wreath commemorating the service of Jewish chaplains in HM Armed Forces (pictured above). He wore the rabbinic gown that once belonged to his grandfather … Read More
First Progressive South West Chagigah is ‘joyful and inspiring’
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
Words and Psalm to mark two years since 7 October attacks
Two years ago the world shifted. On that morning so many who went out never came home. The rhythm of ordinary life, of going out and coming in, was broken. And we are still learning how to live in the space that rupture left behind. The grief that began that … Read More
Thursday at 8pm: Open House with Met Police Deputy Commissioner
Matthew Jukes QPM, the Deputy Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police, will join Rabbi Charley Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy tomorrow night (Thursday 9 October) for their monthly Open House. This will be a chance for members of our Progressive communities to speak directly to one of Britain’s most … Read More
MPJ Co-Leads’ reflection on UK recognition of Palestinian State
A reflection from the Co-Leads of the Movement for Progressive Judaism, Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy, on the UK Government’s Decision to Recognise a State of Palestine.
Looking ahead: Edinburgh and Glasgow plan together
This year’s annual joint Shabbat service of Glasgow Reform Synagogue and the Edinburgh Liberal Jewish Community took on an added significance. It marked the first shared gathering since the historic joining of the Liberal and Reform movements into one Movement for Progressive Judaism (MPJ), a milestone that brought fresh energy … Read More
Progressive Co-Leads address Board of Deputies Plenary
The Co-Leads of Progressive Judaism, Rabbi Josh Levy and Rabbi Charley Baginsky, addressed more than 300 Deputies of all denominations at last weekend’s Board of Deputies Plenary meeting. In their speech, which you can watch and read in full below, Rabbis Charley and Josh outlined their vision for Jewish life … Read More
An open letter from the Co-Leads of Progressive Judaism
An open letter from the Co-Leads of Progressive Judaism – Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy – to members of Progressive communities: Dear friends, This is a time of profound pain and challenge for us as Progressive Jews. Since 7 October, we have carried a deep and growing sorrow: … Read More
Progressive Judaism Co-Lead helps celebrate 20 years of Mitzvah Day
Rabbi Josh Levy, the Co-Lead of Progressive Judaism, helped Mitzvah Day mark its 20th anniversary at a special celebration and 2025 launch event. The evening brought together faith and community leaders with Mitzvah Day staff, trustees, project coordinators and charity partners from across the past two decades – including those … Read More
Wednesday 11 June at 7pm: Education Hub on Creativity and Ritual
On Wednesday 11 June at 7pm, Rabbi Miriam Berger and Rabbi Anna Gerrard will host an Education Hub session on Creativity and Ritual. Since it’s inception, Progressive Judaism has wrestled with these 2 truths: 1) Jewish ritual should be fixed and routine, handed down from generation to generation. 2) Jewish … Read More