By Rabbi Alexandra Wright President of Liberal Judaism What can one say that is new about this autumn festival of Sukkot? Should we draw attention to the Torah reading for the first day of the festival (Leviticus 23:33-44): the designation of the full moon in the seventh month, the first … Read More
Progressive Judaism Annual Memorial Services 2024
Progressive Judaism’s 2024 Annual Memorial Services will take place on the following dates: Edgwarebury Cemetery 11am on Sunday 22 September Western Cemetery, Cheshunt 2.30pm on Sunday 22 September Golders Green Crematorium 2.30pm on Sunday 22 September JJBS Woodland Cemetery, Cheshunt Midday on Sunday 8 September Pound Lane Cemetery, Willesden 11am … Read More
Progressive Jewish rabbis’ trip to Israel: The value of showing up
Rabbis Aaron Goldstein, Alexandra Wright, Daniel Lichman, Danny Rich, Gershon Silins, Jordan Helfman, Lea Mühlstein, Mark Goldsmith, Nathan Godleman, Rachel Benjamin, Shulamit Ambalu, Thomas Salamon and Warren Elf experienced today’s reality of Israel together. As part of a trip, arranged by The Ark Synagogue, the Progressive clergy (pictured above) spent … Read More
Progressive Rabbi leads multi-faith Peace Walk
Rabbi Alexandra Wright represented Progressive Judaism, as she led a Peace Walk in London. With more than 30 ongoing conflicts around the world, particularly the current war in Israel and Gaza, the silent walk and vigil saw Rabbi Alexandra and other faith representatives share prayers and words calling for peace. … Read More
Progressive communities come together on Mitzvah Day
From Edgware to Edinburgh, and even inside 10 Downing Street, Progressive Judaism communities and members all across the country did good deeds to help others on Mitzvah Day. Movement heads Rabbis Josh Levy and Charley Baginsky led the way, joining with Muslim leaders and volunteers in two unique interfaith events. … Read More
Progressive Jews ‘Side by Side’ at this year’s AJEX Parade
Progressive Judaism’s rabbis and members came out in force at the weekend for the AJEX Remembrance Parade and Ceremony. Taking place at The Cenotaph, the theme for this year was ‘Side by Side’ – inviting people of all ages, right across the community to march, walk or watch, side by … Read More