Liberal Judaism mourns the passing of Rabbi Dow Marmur – an instrumental figure in rebuilding Jewish life in Europe after the Shoah. He was a rabbi and teacher to many of us, having served several Progressive Jewish communities in the UK including South West Essex and Settlement Reform Synagogue (SWESRS) … Read More
Memorial Service for Rosita Rosenberg – Sunday 20 March
Join us for a Memorial Service for Rosita Rosenberg on Sunday 20 March 2022 at 3pm at The Liberal Synagogue Elstree (TLSE). The service will be followed by afternoon tea and a chance to share your memories of “our Rosita”. You are invited to attend either in person or via … Read More
Read Jan/Feb 2022 LJ Today as Liberal Judaism makes history
Liberal Judaism’s bi-monthly magazine LJ Today is back for 2022 – with a brand new edition out now containing history-making news from our national movement, communities, members and LJY-Netzer. As we enter our 120th anniversary year, read how Liberal Judaism CEO Rabbi Charley Baginsky became the first ever Progressive rabbi, … Read More
Read the Nov/Dec 2021 edition of LJ Today
The new issue of Liberal Judaism’s bi-monthly magazine LJ Today is out now and once more is packed full of news, reviews and photos. This latest issue includes: 📣 Liberal Judaism CEO Rabbi Charley Baginsky on how you can help shape LJ’s vision and success as we enter our movement’s … Read More
LJS Kristallnacht Commemoration with Sir Anish Kapoor
On the evening of Tuesday 9 November, from 7-8pm, you are invited to join The Liberal Jewish Synagogue (LJS) to mark the 25th anniversary of the dedication service for the LJS Shoah Memorial and commemorate the November Pogrom of 9 November 1938. The event will take place in-person at the … Read More
Sept/Oct 2021 edition of LJ Today – High Holy Days special
The new issue of Liberal Judaism’s bi-monthly magazine LJ Today is out now and it’s a High Holy Days special. This latest issue includes: A look at the year ahead from our Chair, Ruth Seager Thoughts and meditations for the High Holy Days Photos from a triple welcome ceremony in … Read More
Board of Deputies’ Condolence Book for HRH Prince Philip
A letter from Liberal Judaism President, Rabbi Dr Andrew Goldstein, forms part of the Board of Deputies’ Condolence Book for HRH Prince Philip. The Book, which features contributions from the entire Jewish community, was this week sent to Buckingham Palace. You can read it in full here. Andrew’s words, for … Read More
Read the May/June 2021 edition of LJ Today
The latest issue of Liberal Judaism’s bi-monthly magazine LJ Today is out now – with a special look at this weekend’s Biennial. Our front page has a preview of Liberal Judaism’s flagship event of the year, including the full programme. Then turn to pages 2 and 3 for lovely pieces … Read More
Statement on the passing of HRH Prince Philip
The thoughts of everyone at Liberal Judaism are with Her Majesty the Queen and the Royal Family as they mourn the passing of HRH Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, who died peacefully this morning. As the longest-serving royal consort in history, we will be forever grateful for his lifetime … Read More
A prayer to mark the National Day of Reflection
Shabbat Tzav/Ha-Gadol 5781 El malé rachamim, shochein bam’romim – O God, full of compassion, exalted God – in the stillness of this moment, one year since the first national lockdown, we remember with love those who have been taken from us on account of Covid-19 or from other causes. We … Read More