Last week, the rabbis and cantors of Progressive Judaism took part in Kallah – the annual retreat that gives them a chance to learn from, engage with and support one another. This was the first ever joint Kallah, where clergy from Liberal and Reform communities shared the space together. Below, … Read More
South London Liberal at the heart of interfaith dialogue
The South London Liberal Synagogue (SLLS) played a key role in two important interfaith events this month. The synagogue’s Rabbi Nathan Godleman took part in a discussion, organised by Faiths Together in Lambeth, on the subject of universal responsibility at the Jamyang Buddhist Centre in Kennington. Rabbi Nathan and his … Read More
Thursday 13 November: Open House with Board of Deputies President
Phil Rosenberg, the President of the Board of Deputies of British Jews, will join Rabbi Josh Levy and Rabbi Charley Baginsky on Thursday 13 November at 8pm for their monthly online Open House. The first section of the session will see Phil, in conversation with Rabbis Charley and Josh, outline … 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
Gratitude and relief as we welcome hostages home
As Sukkot ends and we step from the shelter of the sukkah back into the world, we do so with hearts full of gratitude and trembling relief. After two long years, the last of the hostages have been returned from Gaza. We give thanks – modim anachnu lach – for … 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
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.
Progressive Judaism High Holy Days reflection
By Rabbi Igor Zinkov and Rabbi Shulamit Ambalu “Here I am about to do something new… do you not perceive it?”Isaiah 43:19 We are writing to you during the month of Elul, conscious that these times are unlike any other. How can one speak of a new beginning? An inexplicable … Read More
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