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Emergency Covid-19 Pesach appeal
- By David J Israel
In these unusual times trustees have taken the decision to share the opportunity with our members to be part of the emergency appeals for two key organisations in our community: Donisthorpe Hall and Leeds Jewish Welfare Board.
Pesach Pop Up Shop - UPDATE
- By Pesach Pop-up Shop
As we approach the last few days before Pesach, Simon and I, together with our amazing team of volunteers, are preparing for a very busy time.
In order to ensure we get all of the orders out as soon as possible, we will be introducing the following process from Sunday morning
Pesach Pop Up Shop - URGENT COMMUNICATION
- By Pesach Pop-up Shop
There is no doubt the support this year has been unbelievable. As we write this, we have received in excess of 500 orders – more than in either of the previous two years. We also have other community groups who are still to confirm their requests.
From the Chair and Rabbi
- By David J Israel Rabbi Paul M Strasko
Important message regarding tahara, funerals and shiva
In the challenging times we find ourselves it is reassuring to know that Judaism has an immense body of wisdom and guidance that can help us. As we have said many times over the recent fortnight, Judaism's highest commandment is pikuach nefesh: saving a soul.
From the Chair
- By David J Israel
Judaism's highest commandment is pikuach nefesh: saving a soul. We also hold dear the principle of dina d'malkhuta dina: the law of the land is the law. With these key principles in mind, and following the government's announcement yesterday evening, we have now advised all our staff, and office volunteers, to stop coming into the synagogue.
Sinai at Chagigah 2018
The biennial conference of British Reform Judaism took place once again in Nottingham.
Sinai was well represented by both lay and professional leaders, and families, who enjoyed the sessions focusing on synagogue transformation and what it means to be a Reform Jewish community in twenty-first century Britain.
The weekend was rounded off with a big screen showing of the England vs Panama match - a fabulous way to end a successful weekend!
More info here