Wishing everyone celebrating Pesach in Finchley & Golders Green Chag Sameach. As Jews remember winning their freedom, we call for the swift return of the hostages in Gaza #bringthemhome🎗️ and an end to a conflict which has caused so much suffering to Israelis & Palestinians alike

With ⁦OxfordLitFest⁩ drawing to a close this coming Sunday, many authors still to meet and interview. Here is featured ⁦Bruno Maçães⁩ on his World Builders - Technology and the New Geopolitics, shining light on today’s turbulence. ⁦Cambridge University Press⁩

Brilliant session ⁦OxfordLitFest⁩ chaired by ⁦Sir Anthony Seldon⁩ with inspiring and informed panel ⁦Paul Johnson⁩ Meg Russell and ⁦John Kampfner⁩ On Conservative Effect

Pesach Sameach, Happy Passover A Seder wouldn’t be a seder if it didn’t last at least 4 hours. But here’s the pesach story in 2 mins courtesy of Robin Williams 💙

Chag Pesach Sameach (Happy Passover Festival) to the Jewish community in Durham and across the world.

NEW: The King and Queen have arrived at Durham Cathedral to attend The Royal Maundy service. His Majesty will distribute commemorative coins to 76 men and 76 women (reflecting The King’s age) for their Christian service.

Queen Camilla looked wonderful as she arrived at Durham Cathedral ahead of The Royal Maundy Service.

We’re reflecting on a wonderful visit to Durham Cathedral from King Charles and Queen Camilla, for the Royal Maundy Service. Read more here: brnw.ch/21wS3QZ @royalfamily

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta.

The King’s message following the death of Pope Francis.

Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy (The Chief Executive Rabbis 🟣) have written a reflection ahead of Sunday’s votes to create one unified Progressive Judaism - telling how it is our opportunity to choose a future together. Read their words here: liberaljudaism.org/2025/05/toward…

📻 Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy will appear on this morning’s BBC Radio 4 Sunday Programme (at around 7.30am). They will be speaking about the EGMS, which take place later today, to form one Progressive Judaism for the UK. #ProgressiveJudaism | #LetsMakeHistory

A most significant milestone for Progressive Judaism, receiving such emphatic and heartfelt endorsement. United for a stronger future, building on our rich and varied traditions. Mazal tov The Chief Executive Rabbis 🟣 and all the rabbis, communities and supporting teams involved!

📢 Announcing a new movement... This is the historic moment when Paul Langsford, Karen Newman, Dr Ed Kessler, Rabbi Charley Baginsky and Rabbi Josh Levy revealed the results of the Liberal and Reform EGMs to create one Progressive Judaism (122 years after it was first attempted)

📚 Jane Austen: Rise of a Genius reveals the lasting impact of the groundbreaking author – "I stole her plot for Bridget Jones" Experts, contemporary novelists, and actors celebrate the surprising life of Austen in a major new series ⤵️ bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/me…

In a history-defining moment, member communities of Britain’s Movement for Reform Judaism & Liberal Judaism have voted to unite into one Progressive Judaism for the UK. Our Founder President Dr Ed Kessler served as Chair of the Advisory Board guiding this transformative merger.

Mazel tov Rabbi Danny - one of two Progressive Jews now Mayor of their region! Full details coming soon. Read the Jewish News story here: jewishnews.co.uk/rabbi-danny-ri…

🗣️ "We have dared to make the leap. Now we build together." Progressive Judaism The Chief Executive Rabbis 🟣 write for Jewish News on why the unification of Liberal and Reform Judaism is both a statement of hope and a new vision for communal life: jewishnews.co.uk/leap-of-faith-…

Durham marks three 60th anniversaries in 2025: 📈 Durham University Business School 🏡 Van Mildert College 🌍 Ustinov College Marking six decades of education, community and global impact. Read more: brnw.ch/21wWNtx