Rabbi Paul Freedman has produced a joint Progressive prayer book on behalf of North Herts Progressive Jewish Community (NHPJC).

NHPJC is the umbrella grouping of Stevenage Liberal Synagogue and Rabbi Paul’s Radlett Reform Synagogue – and the new Friday Siddur blends the best elements from each tradition. It includes Hebrew, English and transliteration to make it accessible to all.

Rabbi Paul (pictured) told The Jewish Chronicle: “Over the last couple of years, our two synagogues have worked together to create North Herts Progressive Jewish Community, with a varied programme of activities for our combined membership living in the area, as well as attracting those who aren’t yet affiliated to either.

“Social activities based around the Jewish festivals have been popular and an obvious opportunity for collaboration. When we have come together for Friday night services and a chavurah (shared) supper, it seemed like the perfect opportunity to develop something new – like our own prayer book – that would be shared.”