Student Rabbi Dr Hannah Altorf praised as she leaves Norwich

Norwich farewell to Student Rabbi Dr Hannah Altorf

Norwich Liberal Jewish Community (NLJC) said farewell to Student Rabbi Dr Hannah Altorf, who has spent the last two years with the congregation. A special Shabbat service was held where Student Rabbi Hannah was presented with a 250 year old Tselophachad Scroll fragment by NLJC founding member Philip Lawrence (pictured), … Read More

Celebrating 10 years of Progressive Judaism in York

It was a very special Shabbat at York Liberal Jewish Community (YLJC), as the congregation celebrated its 10th birthday. In a moving moment, Rabbi Elisheva Salamo welcomed new members to the community following their acceptance into Judaism at the Beit Din. There was also an informative and deeply touching presentation … Read More

Kingston Liberal Synagogue appoints Rabbi Lev Taylor

Rabbis Lev and Rene cut the cake

Rabbi Lev Taylor has been appointed as the new rabbi of Kingston Liberal Synagogue, taking over from Rabbi Dr René Pfertzel. The KLS community celebrated with a very well-attended installation service and party. Rabbi Lev (pictured cutting his welcome cake alongside Rabbi René) said: “Kingston’s reaction to my appointment has … Read More