14 October 2026 – 3 Heshvan 5787 | Communities, News
Rabbi Debbie Young-Somers has been appointed as the new Senior Rabbi of Edgware & Hendon Reform Synagogue (EHRS). Rabbi Debbie will make history as the first woman to lead EHRS – or either of its predecessor congregations – when she succeeds Rabbi Mark Goldsmith...
13 October 2026 – 2 Heshvan 5787 | Communities, News
Simchat Torah was extra special this year at Kol Chai Hatch End Reform Jewish Community, as the community welcomed a new Torah mantle designed by 13-year-old Ora and handmade by members of the congregation. The project began in January 2026, when Jacky, Juliette, Ben,...
8 October 2026 – 27 Tishri 5787 | Communities, In Memory, News, Progressive Judaism
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...
1 October 2026 – 20 Tishri 5787 | Communities, Festivals, News
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...
28 September 2026 – 17 Tishri 5787 | Communities, Festivals, News
Thank you to all the communities who sent us photos of your Rosh Hashanah activities and celebrations. We have updated our gallery and you can see it here. Now we want your Sukkot pictures for a special story we will be running later this week. Whether it’s a...
22 September 2026 – 11 Tishri 5787 | Communities, News
The monthly Friday night Welwyn Chavurah, in Hertfordshire, has celebrated its ‘Beit Mitzvah’, with a special service to mark 13 years since it was founded. Originally established by Radlett Reform Synagogue, the group continues to grow and is known for its friendly...
