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Community Update
- By David J Israel
As I type this we have passed the landmark of one hundred days of lockdown. In that time we, as a community (not just Sinai, but Leeds, Reform Judaism (RJ) and beyond), have faced up to, overcome and grown through many challenges. I am very proud of how Sinai has risen to the challenges we have faced: better on some, than others. But in every challenge we have learned, adapted and grown. In this letter there is detail around staff changes, membership subscriptions, High Holy Days and funerals. As such, please try to read at least the bits that interest you.
Griselda Pollock features on BBC Radio 4
Hear Griselda Pollock, Sinai member and winner of The Holberg Prize, on BBC Radio 4, Front Row
Read more about the Holbeck Prize: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holberg_Prize
(Virtual) Camp Ben Frankel starting Monday 21st June
Do your children fancy the US camp experience from home?
Read more: (Virtual) Camp Ben Frankel starting Monday 21st June
Leading a service
- By David J Israel
Each month we have an opportunity for members of the Sinai community to lead our Shabbat services (both erev Shabbat and Shabbat morning).
Postponement of the AGM
- By David J Israel
Members will not be surprised to learn that the Sinai annual general meeting (AGM) due to be held in early May has been postponed.
Emergency Community Fund
The Jewish Leadership Council in partnership with Work Avenue, has established a fund, with almost £300,000 and a commitment of additional funds if needed, to support those across the community whose earnings have been directly affected by COVID-19. The fund specifically assists those who are ineligible for Government support or who face delays accessing Government funds.
Limmud Together UK is launched!
We are delighted to launch Limmud Together UK - the Limmud you know and love but from the comforts of your own home! It’ll be virtually the same experience as a day Limmud, with outstanding presenters, discussions and learning.
High Holy Day Appeal 2019/5780
If you missed Sally’s passionate appeal on Kol Nidre, here is the video and text:
Nisa Nashim Visit My Synagogue
Nisa Nashim Leeds invites Jewish and Muslim women to Sinai at Simcha Torah.