Every rabbi knows there’s no safety net when you conduct a service. You’re on your own as you juggle the demands of prayer, procedure and an expectant congregation. Which has all been fantastic practice for Rabbi Miri Lawrence’s other calling – as a circus performer. Rabbi Miri, along with circus … Read More
The circus comes to Kingston Liberal Synagogue
Kingston Liberal Synagogue (KLS) was transformed into a circus when a team of performers visited to tell the story of a German Jewish circus family through narrative, performance and music. The event was the brainchild of Rabbi Miri Lawrence (pictured), from Ealing Liberal Synagogue, who has a keen interest in … Read More
Ealing Liberal Synagogue appoints Rabbi Dr Miri Lawrence
1 October 2020 Rabbi Dr Miri Lawrence is returning to the pulpit of Ealing Liberal Synagogue (ELS) following the retirement of Rabbi Janet Burden. Miri will be working for the community on freelance basis until January 2021, before formally starting the role. She previously served Ealing in the 1990s after … Read More
Lily’s Legacy Exhibition to launch at Biennial Weekend
18 May 2020 Lily’s Legacy: Voices and Visions of Liberal Judaism – an exhibition inspired by Lily Montagu and the founders of our movement – will launch at next weekend’s Biennial At Home. From Friday 22 to Sunday 24 May, delegates are invited to explore podcasts, video testimonials and other … Read More
Lily’s Legacy on International Women’s Day
5 March 2020 By Shaan Knan Lily’s Legacy heritage project manager The Lily’s Legacy project is Liberal Judaism’s latest oral history project. Funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, it explores the revolutionary heritage of our movement, from its inception in the early 1900s to the present day. It is … Read More
Reading celebrate rabbi’s PhD with Pink Shabbat
9 December 2019 Reading Liberal Jewish Community (RLJC) held a surprise Pink Shabbat to celebrate the award of a PhD to Rabbi, now Dr, Miri Lawrence. The synagogue was specially decorated and many congregants wore pink, which is Miri’s favourite colour. Cheder children created cards and banners and everyone enjoyed … Read More
Reading welcomes Rabbi Miri Lawrence-Cohen
13 December 2016 Reading Liberal Jewish Community (RLJC) is set for a bright future with the appointment of a new rabbi and the re-opening of its cheder. Rabbi Miri Lawrence-Cohen will lead the first Shabbat morning service of every month. She has been a frequent visitor to the community over … Read More
Suburban Jew? Then Rabbi Miri needs you
11 October 2016 Rabbi Miri Lawrence I am currently researching for a PhD examining Judaism in the suburban home. My focus is on East End Jews who moved into the London suburbs after the Second World War, as well as their children who grew up in the suburbs. A large … Read More