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
The LJS celebrates the life and legacy of Rabbi David Goldberg
The Liberal Jewish Synagogue (LJS) held a special dedication event in honour of Rabbi Dr David J Goldberg OBE (z’’l) – one of the most important figures in the history of modern Progressive Judaism. Following introductions from LJS Rabbis Alexandra Wright and Igor Zinkov, four distinguished speakers offered their thoughts: … Read More
[Opinion]: When the far right waves our flag
By Rabbi Charley Baginsky Co-Lead of Progressive Judaism Read the published version of this article, in Hebrew, written for Telem (the Israeli platform for a different political conversation) by clicking here. — In recent months, a new phenomenon has unsettled British Jewish life: the growing warmth between parts of Israel’s … Read More
Political leaders show solidarity in Progressive communities
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper, MPs, Mayors and civic leaders from across the political divide visited synagogues and Jewish congregations around the UK to express their support and solidarity following the terrorist attack on the Jewish community in Manchester on Yom Kippur. They joined communities in … 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
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.
Tonight at 6pm: Discussion on Jewish Ethics and the Gaza Crisis
Meretz UK, in association with Progressive Judaism, invites you to an online discussion on Jewish Ethics and the Gaza Crisis tonight (Thursday 4 September) at 6pm. The panel will feature Progressive Judaism Co-Leads Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy, together with Rabbi David Rosen – the former Orthodox Chief … Read More
Statement from leaders of international Progressive Judaism
A joint statement from The Movement for Progressive Judaism (UK), World Union for Progressive Judaism, Union for Reform Judaism (USA) and Israel Movement for Reform and Progressive Judaism: Last weekend in London, Rabbis Charley Baginsky and Josh Levy, co-leads of The Movement for Progressive Judaism, spoke at a Jewish community-wide … Read More
‘We will not retreat from cross-communal spaces’
By Rabbi Josh Levy and Rabbi Charley Baginsky Co-Leads of Progressive Judaism We came to the National March for the Hostages to speak for a vision of Jewish community that can hold complexity, speak hard truths, and still stand together. We believed the platform would reflect the breadth of voices … 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