Birmingham Progressive Synagogue’s decision to revive their Cricnic (cricket and picnic) event was rewarded with sporting enthusiasm and a day of sunshine. Organiser Pete Noons welcomed players of all ages and abilities to create a warm atmosphere and an important social connection. It brought together cricketers and supporters not only … Read More
A new chapter for interfaith engagement
Rabbi Charley Baginsky, Co-Lead of Progressive Judaism, was a keynote speaker at the launch of The Young Professionals Interfaith Network (YPIN) – a new organisation for collaboration, learning, and connection among early-career professionals. Hosted by the LSE Faith Centre, the launch brought together representatives of a wide spectrum of faiths, … 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
York celebrates Pride with interfaith Shabbat in the Chapel
Members of York Liberal Jewish Community (YLJC) came together with neighbours and friends to celebrate Pride at a special interfaith Erev Shabbat service, held at the York Unitarian Chapel. The uplifting event was organised by YLJC’s Social Action Team. Led by the community’s Rabbi Elisheva Salamo – who is passionate … Read More
Rabbinic reunion for Kingston civic service
Multiple rabbis, two local mayors, numerous interfaith leaders and the whole congregation of Kingston Liberal Synagogue (KLS) came together to celebrate the community’s newly refurbished sanctuary at a special Shabbat civic service. Kingston’s Rabbi Lev Taylor led the joyful service, joined by his predecessors Rabbi Dr René Pfertzel, Rabbi Charley … Read More
Historic interfaith first made at King’s College Chapel
In a landmark moment for interfaith dialogue in the UK, Rabbi Charley Baginsky, Co-Lead of Progressive Judaism, took the pulpit at King’s College Chapel, Cambridge. Rabbi Charley delivered the ‘Annual Sermon Before the University’ alongside two equally distinguished women faith leaders, the Reverend Prebendary Dr Isabelle Hamley, Principal of Ridley … Read More
VE Day: Progressive Co-Leads honour WWII generation
Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy represented Progressive Judaism at yesterday’s service at Westminster Abbey to recognise the 80th anniversary of VE Day and commemorate the sacrifice of the Second World War generation. Rabbis Josh and Charley were among the faith leaders invited to the thanksgiving event, which was … Read More
Progressive Jews support Durham’s Royal Maundy Service
Lucian Hudson, Vice President of Liberal Judaism played a pivotal role in this year’s Maundy Service at Durham Cathedral, welcoming King Charles and Queen Camilla as they marked their first observance as Monarchs at this historic ceremony. As the Director of Advancement, Marketing and Communications for the University of Durham, … Read More
A heartfelt condolence to all those mourning Pope Francis
Progressive Judaism was deeply saddened by the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis on Easter Monday. We extend our heartfelt condolences to our Catholic friends and to all who mourn his loss, holding in our thoughts those for whom his leadership and compassion were a source of hope and inspiration. … Read More
Rabbi Anna Wolfson offers Jewish prayer at Commonwealth Service
Rabbi Anna Wolfson – Co-Chair of the Conference of Liberal Rabbis and Cantors – offered a prayer on behalf of the Jewish community at the Commonwealth Day Service at Westminster Abbey. Rabbi Anna, who is Director of Community Development at The Liberal Synagogue Elstree, chose an extract from the alternative … Read More