Our Mission
At the heart of everything The Movement for Progressive Judaism does are four core commitments:
Welcome to The Movement for Progressive Judaism
Progressive Judaism brings together timeless Jewish tradition with inclusive values, egalitarian practices and the diversity of 21st century life.
We have synagogues and communities all across the UK and Ireland, each rooted in local identity and strengthened by being part of something larger.
We welcome individuals, couples and families of all backgrounds and identities, meeting people where they are and supporting them in the Jewish journeys they choose.
Our mission is to strengthen communities, inspire the next generation, amplify Progressive voices and open doors to Jewish life. Everything we do flows from these.
We are delighted you are here.
Rabbi Josh Levy and Rabbi Charley Baginsky
Co-Leads, The Movement for Progressive Judaism
Latest News
Manchester communities unite in commemoration
Members of all three Manchester Progressive Synagogues – Menorah, Manchester Reform and Sha’arei Shalom – united at Menorah for a special commemoration marking the anniversary of the attacks of 7 October 2023. Rabbi Kath Vardi of Menorah Synagogue led the deeply...
Coming together to remember all we lost on 7 October
Report by Simon Rothstein and Josh Gaventa Pictures by Zoe Norfolk The Movement for Progressive Judaism’s memorial service – Remembering 7 October: For All We Lost – brought together members of the Jewish community with guests from across wider civic life to remember...
Statement condemning Green Party ‘Zionism is Racism’ motion
By Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy Co-Leads, The Movement for Progressive Judaism The Movement for Progressive Judaism condemns the Green Party’s adoption of the motion 'Zionism is Racism'. The motion is antisemitic in its formulation and intention. By...
Sukkot 5787 around our Progressive communities
From sukkah building days and communal meals to cheder activities and entertaining guests, Sukkot brought Progressive communities across the UK and Ireland together in many different ways. Here is a selection of photos shared with us from this year’s celebrations. If...
Noeleen Cohen elected as incoming MPJ Chair
Noeleen Cohen has been elected as the incoming Chair of Trustees of The Movement for Progressive Judaism (MPJ). Noeleen, who has more than two decades of experience as a Board Trustee and Chair for a range of charities, was elected by the representatives of MPJ member...
Latest Thought
Torah Commentary
Rabbi Igor Zinkov: Shabbat Sukkot
In a rabbinic legend, the Roman governor Turnus Rufus asks Rabbi Akiva: ‘Whose works are better - God’s or humanity’s?’ Rabbi Akiva gives a short answer: ‘Humanity’s.’ To prove his point, he places stalks of wheat next to loaves of bread. What is better – bread or...
Reflection and Response
Rabbi Charley Baginsky: Building a safer world for women
Rabbi Charley Baginsky, Co-Lead of The Movement for Progressive Judaism, delivered BBC Radio 4’s Thought for the Day on Friday 25 September 2026. You can listen here or read it below: A few days ago I opened a newspaper and saw a photograph of myself that had been...
Upcoming Events
Open House:
Speak with Rabbis Charley and Josh
Thursday 12 November
Leadership Check-in:
For leaders within our communities
Tuesday 20 October
Next Festival
Sukkot
Begins on evening of Friday 25 September
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