Sha'arei Tsedek North London Reform Synagogue

30/04/2026

29/04/2026

23/04/2026

FOUR SYNAGOGUES. SIX RABBIS. AND ONE CANTOR FOR YOM HA ZIKARON AND YOM HA ATZMAUT

This week, we came together.

Across four synagogues, with six rabbis and a cantor, our community gathered to mark Yom Ha Zikaron and Yom Ha Atzmaut — holding remembrance and celebration side by side.

We honoured those we have lost, shared our hopes for the future, explored Progressive Zionism, and found strength in being together — through prayer, song, food, and dance.

Thank you to everyone who joined, contributed, and helped create such a meaningful evening.

This is our strength.

Photo caption L-R Rabbi Anna Wolfson, Rabbi Cantor Gershon Sillins, Rabbi Shulamit Ambalu, Rabbi Paul Freedman, Rabbi Danny Rich and Rabbi DY Stern

Radlett Reform Synagogue

Southgate Progressive Synagogue

20/04/2026

A FAREWELL TO ALONIM - A FORMER PUPIL'S STORY SHARED IN THE PRESS

At the end of March, families and friends of Alonim came together for an emotional and joyful Farewell Shabbat, celebrating more than four decades of the synagogue's much-loved nursery that has shaped generations in our community.

In a moving article by former pupil Sebby Blain, originally published in , he reflects on the closure of Alonim and the lasting impact it has had on him and so many families.

We invite you to read and reflect on this special tribute:
🔗 The Jewish Chronicle - https://www.thejc.com/family-and-education/i-am-so-grateful-to-the-place-which-set-me-off-on-my-learning-journey-ib1lf0n5

Photo caption: Sebby Blain (left) with his sisters Zoe and Juliet, and former head of Alonim Roz Levenson (Photo courtesy)

20/04/2026

Mazal Tov to our member Angie Lawrence on receiving a Special Award from the in recognition of her outstanding contribution to fringe theatre.

Angie is a much-valued member of our community and many will know her not only from synagogue life, but also from her singing with both our synagogue choir and the renowned Zemel Choir. Most recently, she took part in our moving Yom HaShoah commemoration with the Zemel Choir and Southgate Progressive Synagogue, helping to make the service so powerful and memorable.

🎥 You can watch a recording of Angie singing with the Zemel Choir here: https://youtu.be/0xEZW0NpYvc

Reflecting on her award, Angie said: "Well this is a huge surprise and a great honour. Thank you so much Fringe Theatre Awards."

The awards ceremony will take place on 17 May, and we wish Angie a very special and well-deserved evening.

Mazal tov, Angie!

15/04/2026

We’re proud to share that our Principal Rabbi, Shulamit Ambalu, has contributed an essay to the newly published book Progressive Judaism, Zionism and the State of Israel. Her chapter is titled A Different Prophet: Who Should Progressive Jews Listen to Today?

This thought-provoking collection brings together leading voices exploring the ideas and individuals shaping Progressive Judaism today.

Rabbi Shulamit’s chapter offers a powerful perspective — and you can read a short extract here: https://bit.ly/4ehUW6Q

We’re also delighted that Rabbi Shulamit has been invited to be one of just three speakers at the book’s launch — a great personal honour and recognition of her contribution.

You can purchase the book here: https://bit.ly/424u0A8

15/04/2026

Ha-Atzma’ut – Israel’s Day of Independence
Tuesday 21 April | 6.45pm

Bringing our communities together in prayer, song and reflection.

Join us at Sha’arei Tsedek North London Reform Synagogue for a shared evening marking 78 years since the Declaration of the State of Israel’s independence in 1948.

This year we are coming together with The Liberal Synagogue Elstree, Radlett Reform Synagogue and Southgate Progressive Synagogue for a joint community gathering.

We will mark both Yom Ha-Zikkaron and Yom Ha-Atzma’ut, taking time to remember, reflect, and also to come together in hope and connection.

The evening will include:
* A short commemorative reflection
* Israeli music and singing
* Food and time to meet and talk
* Space for learning and discussion

We will end with a short service, featuring our Yom Ha-Atzma’ut choir.

A £6 contribution towards supper would be appreciated.

👉 Please click the link to book your place: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/stnlrs/2077824

13/04/2026

This evening, we will gather as a community for our Yom HaShoah Commemoration at 7.30 pm.

We will take time together to remember the six million Jews who were murdered in the Holocaust, and to reflect on the lives that were lost and the families and communities forever changed.

We are grateful to be joined by our guest speaker, Peter Summerfield BEM, along with the Zemel Choir, who will support us in marking this moment of remembrance.

We hope you will be able to join us.

13/04/2026

Today, we pause together as a community to remember, to honour, and to never forget.

On Yom HaShoah, we reflect on the lives and legacy of the six million Jews who perished in the Holocaust, and all those whose lives were forever changed.

Across the UK, thousands of Yellow Candles are being lit. Here at Sha’arei Tsedek, we join in this shared act of remembrance — lighting a candle in memory, and in commitment to carry these stories forward.

Because remembrance begins at home, and continues through each of us.

17/03/2026

✨ Just a reminder! ✨
Our Children & Family 0–120 Shabbat Morning is coming up this Saturday 21 March at 10:30am.

Join us for live music, creative activities, and a joyful way to explore the weekly Torah portion — a service for children, families, and adults alike. 🕯️🎶

Come sing, celebrate, and start Shabbat together. We look forward to seeing you! 💛