Ann Kirk BEM – a deeply loved member of The Liberal Jewish Synagogue and one of Britain’s most dedicated Holocaust educators – has died at the age of 96. Together with husband Bob, who passed away just a few weeks ago, Ann helped teach thousands of young people about the … Read More
CCJ commemoration is powerful act of remembrance and unity
The Co-Leads of Progressive Judaism, Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy, played key roles in the deeply moving Holocaust Memorial Day Commemoration at Lambeth Palace, organised by the Council of Christians and Jews (CCJ). Hosted by Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell, on behalf of the Church of England, the … Read More
Progressive Jews help Spurs mark Holocaust Memorial Day
The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium hosted the annual civic interfaith Holocaust Memorial Day commemoration for the London Borough of Haringey. Those involved in this important event included Rabbi Sandra Kviat of Crouch End Chavurah and Louise Heilbron of Finchley Reform Synagogue. Rabbi Sandra said: “This was a poignant and thoughtful commemoration … Read More
Kingston events educate hundreds on horrors of the Holocaust
More than 900 school pupils in Kingston-upon-Thames attended events marking Holocaust Memorial Day at the local Progressive and Orthodox synagogues. The educational workshops were organised by Kingston Liberal Synagogue (KLS) and Kingston, Surbiton and District Synagogue (KSDS), with funding by the Royal Borough of Kingston Grant. They marked the 19th … Read More
Ark members helping create Holocaust film library for schools
Members of The Ark Synagogue have helped to create and support the online project Holocaust Learning UK, offering a unique array of films for secondary school students. The films – which are available free of charge to schools and individuals – provide pupils with the historical facts of the Holocaust, … Read More
HMD Reflection: Nothing is more powerful than human connection
By Rabbi Mark Goldsmith Senior Rabbi at Edgware and Hendon Reform Synagogue, writing on behalf of Progressive Judaism Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) has been marked on 27 January every year since 2001, in the UK and worldwide. There are learning and commemoration activities throughout the country on the day, and … Read More
The remarkable journey of a lost Czech prayer book
The grandparents of Nottingham Liberal Synagogue member Angela Strach from Brno, in the Czech Republic, were deported to Theresienstadt in 1942 and tragically murdered by the Nazis in Auschwitz in 1944. Like so many others, their story seemed destined to be lost to history. However, an extraordinary discovery brought a … Read More
Education Hub Week 5: Rabbi Dr Albert H Friedlander by Rabbi Dr Thomas Salamon
More than 400 people have registered to take part in the Progressive Judaism Education Hub 2025 – the unique online series delving into the rich history and core values of our Judaism. The next Zoom event is on Thursday (30 January) at 7pm when Rabbi Dr Thomas Salamon will explore … Read More
Hostage Release Vigil: Join us in London this Saturday evening
The Hostages and Missing Families Forum UK – in partnership with Progressive Judaism (Liberal Judaism and The Movement for Reform Judaism) and organisations from across the Jewish community – invites the public to a powerful Hostage Release Vigil this Saturday (25 January) at 8:00pm in North London. This gathering will … Read More
Progressive clergy connect on Brew Monday
Progressive clergy put the kettle on for Brew Monday, the annual day that encourages everyone to reach out for a cuppa and a catch-up with those they care about. Pioneered by The Samaritans and brought to faith communities by Mitzvah Day, Brew Monday aims to dispel the myth that the … Read More