This article first appeared in The Jewish News. By Rabbi Nathan Godleman A very kind and so far anonymous congregant, knowing my interest in the subject, left a copy of Prayerbook for Members of HM Armed Forces on my desk recently. Inside the front cover, a young child called Marion had neatly … 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 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
Saturday 5 November: Kingston Open House Shabbat
Liberal Judaism’s series of Open House Shabbats continues this Saturday (5 November) at 10.45am with a special musical service at Kingston Liberal Synagogue (KLS). The Shabbat morning service will feature the children from the synagogue’s Beiteinu (religion school) and its choir, led by Music Director Rebekka Wedell, as well as … Read More
Saturday 29 October: South London Open House Shabbat
Liberal Judaism’s series of Open House Shabbats continues this Saturday (29 October) at 10.45am with a double celebration at The South London Liberal Synagogue (SLLS). The community will be marking both Liberal Judaism’s 120th anniversary and a member’s adult batmitzvah. Members and friends of Liberal Judaism are invited to attend … Read More