By Rabbi Josh Levy and Rabbi Charley Baginsky Co-Leads of Progressive Judaism Pesach is the festival of renewal. We tell the story of our journey from slavery to freedom, from oppression to hope, and from darkness into light. Each year, as we sit around our Seder tables, we do more … Read More
YLJC joins neighbours for charity, fashion and social justice
York Liberal Jewish Community (YLJC) joined up with their neighbours for a ‘Clothes Swap Happening’, an event designed to reduce waste, support York City of Sanctuary and provide assistance to young people experiencing homelessness The Friends Meeting House in Friargate was full of excitement and community spirit as members sorted … Read More
Kingston members journey through centuries of Jewish history
A group of Kingston Liberal Synagogue (KLS) members undertook a remarkable journey through Central and Eastern Europe, visiting some of the most significant sites of Jewish medieval, modern and contemporary history. Led by KLS Council Member and historian Dr Alexander Heinz – together with Craig and Mary Simmons, Sara Alston, … Read More
Reading’s Jews and Quakers unite for spring planting event
The spirit of collaboration and friendship was in full bloom as members of the Reading Liberal Jewish Community (RLJC) joined with Reading Quakers for a spring planting event at the historic Friends’ Meeting House Garden. This tranquil space is the setting for RLJC’s monthly services, fostering a deep connection between … Read More
Progressive Judaism can bring moral and spiritual values to the world
Rabbi Danny Rich – the former CEO and Senior Rabbi of Liberal Judaism – has written two important articles outlining his support for Liberal Judaism merging with the Movement for Reform Judaism to create one single Progressive Judaism for the UK. The first piece – an op-ed for the Jewish … Read More
Education Hub Season 2: The Principles of Progressive Judaism
The new season of the Progressive Judaism Education Hub (sponsored by the NLPS Trust) begins on Wednesday 30 April and will explore the Principles of Progressive Judaism. Some of the UK’s most senior rabbis and educators will be looking at our Progressive beliefs, values and ideologies – examining how they … Read More
Progressive communities honoured at Mitzvah Day Awards
The incredible impact made by our Liberal and Reform communities and members on Mitzvah Day, and all year round, was celebrated at the annual Mitzvah Day Awards. Southgate Progressive Synagogue (top image) were presented with the Outstanding British Mitzvah Day prize, after holding a month of activities with 140 charitable … Read More
Kingston Liberal Synagogue unveils its refurbished sanctuary
Kingston Liberal Synagogue has unveiled a brand new redesigned Bimah and Ark – part of the community’s ambitious refurbishment project. A grant from the NLPS Trust for Progressive Judaism enabled the work to be carried out and, after extensive consultation with members, it has been opened for services ahead of … Read More