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Women of the Wall reading from the Torah at Robinson's Arch at the Western Wall complex in Jerusalem
April 28, 2026, 10:47 am
Progressive Judaism and a reimagining of religious Zionism
New book from The Movement for Progressive Judaism offers an unflinching exploration of modern Jewish identity shaped by 7 October and its aftermath
By Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy
Orthodox Jewish children dressed as clowns celebrate the festival of Purim in Stamford Hill in north London.
March 2, 2026, 10:37 am
The transformation of Purim in the UK
There is a strong case to be made for the importance of Purim as a communal fun day for children and adults alike. Just look at how they do it in Israel.
By Dr Keith Kahn-Harris
Members of The Movement for Progressive Judaism professional team. Photo: Graham's Photos.
December 2, 2025, 11:26 am
Progressive Judaism launches unified movement with £2.2m raised at inaugural dinner
New movement unveils major gifts, youth investment and national ambitions at high-energy launch event
By Annabel Sinclair
Woman praying at the Western Wall, Jerusalem (Credit: Wikimedia Commons/Shoshana)
July 16, 2025, 12:27 pm
Israeli High Court states rabbinical tests must finally be opened to women
Ruling does not open up the possibility of female ordination, but will lead to official recognition of female expertise in Jewish law
By Jocelin Weiss
Progressive Judaism's Rabbis and Cantors
May 13, 2025, 12:46 pm
Countdown to Reform and Liberal Judaism merger votes: what it might or might not mean
The denominations could officially join together depending on outcomes of separate meetings on Sunday
By Daniel Sugarman
British Jewish representatives publish letter of support for pro-democracy protesters, seen here blocking Ayalon Highway in Tel Aviv on 26 March 2023
July 26, 2023, 1:15 pm
100 British rabbis and communal leaders warn of ‘grave concerns’ in Israel’s judicial fight
Open letter to the Israeli government, signed by the most senior rabbis from Reform, Masorti, and Liberal synagogues around the UK, deplores 'corruption of our values' after Knesset vote
By Jewish News Reporter
The leaders of Progressive Judaism met with Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby at Lambeth Palace
June 22, 2023, 11:24 am
Archbishop of Canterbury meets newly-merged Progressive Judaism leaders
Justin Welby requested a meeting at Lambeth Palace with Reform Judaism CEO Rabbi Josh Levy and Liberal Judaism CEO Rabbi Charley Baginsky
By Michelle Rosenberg
Community chair Jeremy Jacobson OBE with the historic scroll during filming of the Antiques Roadshow at the Eden Project, Cornwall.
June 7, 2023, 1:03 pm
Historically ‘priceless’ 18th century Sefer Torah on Antiques Roadshow
Incredible scroll dating to the late 17th century is described by Reform community in south west England as its 'most sacred possession"
By Michelle Rosenberg
Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy
April 18, 2023, 2:12 pm
OPINION: Together, Liberal and Reform Judaism stands on the edge of the promised land
Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy on how uniting Liberal Judaism and Reform Judaism will promote shared values and help more people live rich and vibrant Jewish lives.
By Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy
Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy
April 17, 2023, 11:37 am
Liberal and Reform merge to create single progressive UK Jewish movement
In an historic move, Rabbi Josh Levy becomes CEO of The Movement for Reform Judaism, partnering with Liberal Judaism CEO Rabbi Charley Baginsky.
By Michelle Rosenberg
March 17, 2023, 9:07 am
Leap of Faith: Mother’s Day
Motherhood doesn't have to define us
By Rabbi Charley Baginksy
Laura Marks OBE, Mitzvah Day Chair
January 17, 2023, 12:33 pm
Brewing up a mitzvah – interfaith initiative to beat January blues
Mitzvah Day's 'Brew Monday' encourages communities to meet over a cuppa for mental health support.
By Michelle Rosenberg
Jewish immigrants carry Israeli national flag as they arrive at Ben Gurion Airport.
November 16, 2022, 7:09 pm
Outrage at far-right plan to ban aliyah for non-Orthodox converts
Controversial plans to rewrite Israel's Law of Return that would see Jews converted by non-Orthodox rabbis barred from making aliyah have been condemned by UK progressive leaders.
By Jotam Confino in Israel
Pope Francis
November 3, 2022, 12:23 pm
Reform rabbi to be knighted by Pope for his work on Jewish-Catholic relations
He will become the ninth Jewish person to receive the honor in the Order’s nearly 200-year history
By Jackie Hajdenberg (JTA)
Foreign Secretary Liz Truss (left) with Israeli Foreign Minister Yair Lapid ahead of a meeting at the Commonwealth And Development Office in London. Picture date: Monday November 29, 2021.
October 10, 2022, 10:41 am
Reform warn UK government on action ‘that might undermine peace’ in Middle East
Movement for Reform Judaism issue statement in response to UK government proposal to move embassy to Jerusalem - as Board President is bombarded with letters both in support and critical of her comments on issue
By Lee Harpin
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