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Rabbi Charley Baginsky

Rabbi Charley Baginsky

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May 21, 2026, 8:03 am
Leap of faith: Shavuot offers us another possibility
We must not normalise antisemitism or abandon the values of Judaism
By Rabbi Charley Baginsky
Hundreds of British Jews show their pride in Judaism and Israel at a rally in Kensington.
November 21, 2025, 1:37 pm
Silence is not safety. Nuance is not weakness
New polling for More In Common shows most Britons reject polarisation, backing nuanced compassion for Israelis and Palestinians
By Rabbi Josh Levy and Rabbi Charley Baginsky
Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell Credit: Ravage Productions
November 20, 2025, 4:07 pm
Why faith leaders’ words carry real consequences in tense times
The Archbishop of York’s recent remarks on Israel and Palestine reflect a deep concern for human suffering
By Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy
Rabbis Charley Baginsky and Josh Levy at 10 Downing Street.
September 22, 2025, 11:48 am
OPINION: Recognition must lead to peace, not just politics
Progressive Judaism co-leads urge UK to match recognition of Palestine with concrete steps towards peace and security
By Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy
September 18, 2025, 11:59 am
Leap of faith: The Jewish value we need now is hope
Rosh Hashanah is about new beginnings and renewal
By Rabbi Josh Levy and Rabbi Charley Baginsky
Rachel Creeger's show at Edinburgh Fringe has been cancelled because she is Jewish
July 30, 2025, 10:59 pm
Leap of faith: Why we must speak out
Being silent would betray our people
By Rabbi Charley Baginsky
Muslim and Jewish leaders came together in Feburary to sign accords –a first step towards healing the deep wounds of division
February 11, 2025, 5:52 pm
OPINION: Confronting the rising tide of hate through dialogue and solidarity
As polarisation deepens and communities retreat into fear, faith leaders call for dialogue, unity, and action against extremism
By Imam Dr Sayed Razawi, Rabbi Josh Levy and Rabbi Charley Baginsky
Reunited: Former hostages with their families.
January 20, 2025, 11:06 am
OPINION: Ceasefire is a moment of hope but terrifying in its fragility
As hostages reunite with their families and aid reaches those in need, Rabbi Charley Baginsky reflects on the delicate balance of joy, responsibility and the pursuit of peace
By Rabbi Charley Baginsky
April 27, 2023, 11:32 pm
Leap of Faith: our actions count
God is not all-powerful or all-knowing
By Rabbi Charley Baginsky
December 14, 2022, 12:15 pm
Leap of Faith: gift wisely this Chanukah
If we listen carefully we can give presents that have real meaning
By Rabbi Charley Baginsky
Israeli right-wing Knesset member Itamar ben Gvir (L) and Bezalel Smotrich in the Knesset.
December 1, 2022, 12:49 pm
OPINION: A turning point in Israel’s relationship with the diaspora
There are times when one has to speak out about Israel. The rise of the far right is one of those times, writes Rabbi Charley Baginsky, chief executive of Liberal Judaism.
By Rabbi Charley Baginsky
September 21, 2022, 10:49 am
OPINION: Caught in the poignancy of an era-defining day
Rabbi Charley Baginsky, CEO of Liberal Judaism, on the significance of attending Monday's state funeral of possibly the greatest Queen of England.
By Rabbi Charley Baginsky
September 16, 2022, 3:52 pm
Leap of Faith: Grieving
Communal mourning is a link to history
By Rabbi Charley Baginsky
December 11, 2021, 4:01 pm
Progressively Speaking: Christmas is coming, so what do Jews do?
Rabbi Charley Baginsky reflects on the Jewish perspective of the festive season
By Rabbi Charley Baginsky
July 29, 2021, 12:31 pm
Progressively Speaking: Should we leave Ben & Jerry’s in the cold?
Rabbi Charley Baginsky takes a topical issue and offers a Liberal response
By Rabbi Charley Baginsky
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