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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
3 years
BREAKING: United Synagogue Trustees have just agreed that if England win Euro 2020 on Sunday then they will rename Cockfosters and N Southgate Synagogue "Cockfosters and Gareth Southgate Synagogue" in honour of the England manager. It's coming home. #ENG
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
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We have removed the video of schoolchildren singing Hatikva after receiving hate-filled messages like these. The video had nearly 300,000 views and we're delighted it made so many people happy - but we didn't want these messages of hate to be associated with our children.
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United Synagogue
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Urgent, please retweet. Tomorrow morning (Tuesday) we are burying a 103-year-old Holocaust survivor with limited family and we need a couple more people to help make up a minyan. Can you join us? It will be at Bushey Old Cemetery at 11am. Thank you 🙏
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United Synagogue
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Please join us in wishing a huge MAZAL TOV to the Chief Rabbi who is to receive a KNIGHTHOOD in the New Year Honours List! The United Synagogue is thrilled for the Chief Rabbi and you can read the full statement from our President, Michael Goldstein, here:
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United Synagogue
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Rabbi Sam Fromson, Community Rabbi of Golders Green Synagogue, shares his thoughts live from the #MarchAgainstAntisemitism .
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
3 years
Today we mark, with great sadness, the first yahrzeit of our former Chief Rabbi, Lord Sacks, may his memory be for a blessing, and remember his enormous contribution in that role and far beyond.
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
5 years
**Urgent funeral request** This morning we are burying a lady with no family. If you are free and can make it, please do come along: 11.00am at Waltham Abbey cemetery. Do spread the word about this מת מצוה.
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United Synagogue
5 years
We are horrified and devastated by the murderous terrorist attack on two mosques in Christchurch. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families and the Muslim community in New Zealand, here in the UK and around the world.
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United Synagogue
2 years
The positive power of social media. 30 people attended the funeral today, including a good minyan, and we were able to say Kaddish. Thank you to everyone who came, and to everyone who spread the word by retweeting. 🙏
@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
2 years
Urgent, please retweet. Tomorrow morning (Tuesday) we are burying a 103-year-old Holocaust survivor with limited family and we need a couple more people to help make up a minyan. Can you join us? It will be at Bushey Old Cemetery at 11am. Thank you 🙏
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
3 years
Some good news amid the gloom on Afghanistan: BBC report on Bushey United Synagogue collecting goods for Afghan refugees. Very proud of Rabbi Elchonon Freedman and the community. Read here:
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
4 years
A statement from our President, Michael Goldstein: "There are no words. How can I adequately express what Rabbi Sacks means to me, my family, my community, my organisation and the Jewish people? [1/4]
@rabbisacks
The Rabbi Sacks Legacy
4 years
Baruch Dayan Ha’Emet. It with the deepest sadness that we regret to inform you that Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks (HaRav Ya’akov Zvi ben David Arieh z’’l) passed away early this morning, Saturday 7th November 2020 (Shabbat Kodesh 20th MarCheshvan 5781).
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
2 years
Last night we had the honour and sad privilege to hold a memorial service for Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The @chiefrabbi extended his blessings to King Charles III on behalf of the Jewish community, and paid tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II. 📷: Blake Ezra
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
2 years
@EnLiEretzAheret Thank you so much, we did 🙏
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
5 years
@sh_synagogue islamophobia, homophobia, misogyny, racism and anti-Semitism. Sadly, these things are connected. This is a time for people of all backgrounds – of all faiths and of none - to stand united and show our determination that we do not tolerate prejudice, hate and division – /4
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
6 years
Please RT to spread the word: We will be live streaming tomorrow's funeral for the Holocaust victims as we know many people around the country would like to attend but are unable to. You can watch live at 11.00am on Sunday (Jan 20) via this link: .
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
6 years
This Shabbat marks the 80th anniversary of Kristallnacht, the first 'organised' Nazi pogrom. Join our simple campaign and #LeaveTheLightsOn in your home and in your shul. Details:
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
5 years
This Saturday night and Sunday marks the 81st anniversary of Kristallnacht, the first 'organised' Nazi pogrom. Join our campaign: #LeaveTheLightsOn in your home or in your shul.
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
2 years
We are just devastated to share the news of the tragic passing of Leonie Lewis. She was our dear friend, our former colleague, and most recently, our former Trustee. Our President, Michael Goldstein, has given the following tribute:
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
4 years
Please join our Tehillim project to pray for the refuah sheleimah, the full and speedy recovery, for Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks:
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
4 years
Statement from Rabbi Nicky Liss, Chair of the United Synagogue’s Rabbinic Council: "The death of George Floyd, now declared a homicide, was a racist, shocking and despicable act. We stand in solidarity with black communities in America, in the UK and around the world. [1/4]
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
3 years
The news of the murder of Sir David Amess is horrific and chilling. Democracy is a cherished right and one we can never take for granted. I know all US members and colleagues will join me in sending condolences to Sir David's family who are in our prayers. Steven Wilson, CEO.
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
6 years
**Volunteers needed** On Sunday we will lay to rest at Bushey New Cemetery the remains of six Holocaust victims, murdered at Auschwitz-Birkenau. We urgently need volunteers to act as stewards from 9.30am-1pm on site. If you can help, please email ypeleg @theus .org.uk. Thank you.
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
4 years
We are devastated to learn of the passing of our dear friend Rabbi Pinter z''l. Our tribute from our President, Michael Goldstein, and Chair of our Rabbinic Council, Rabbi Nicky Liss:
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
5 years
Fresh from his exploits in Trafalgar Square yesterday, we were honoured to have the Chief Rabbi light the (slightly smaller) menorah in our office this afternoon. We also welcomed 40 children of our staff to meet the Chief Rabbi and enjoy a 🍩 or 3... Chanukah samaech!
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
3 years
We are proud to announce the launch of a new book, "Rabbi Sacks And The Community We Built Together", to honour the memory and teachings of the much missed Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks zt''l.
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
1 year
Today is Yom HaShoah, where we remember the six million lost during the Holocaust. You can watch Yom HaShoah UK's commemoration here: "For the dead and the living, we must bear witness." - Elie Wiesel #YomHashoah
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
4 years
Coming up TONIGHT at 8pm, don't miss Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet in conversation with @MayorofLondon @SadiqKhan , on the US Facebook and YouTube channel
@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
4 years
We are delighted to announce that Mayor of London @SadiqKhan will be in conversation with @MHSynagogue 's @RabbiYYS , catch it this coming Tuesday 23rd June at 8pm on the United Synagogue Facebook and YouTube channels
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
1 year
We are heartbroken that Rebbetzen Lucy Dee has passed away following Friday's terror attack which also killed two of her daughters, Maya and Rina. Her contribution to our community was immense. Our hearts go out to Rabbi Leo and his family. May their memories be for a blessing.
@Jerusalem_Post
The Jerusalem Post
1 year
🔴 BREAKING: Lucy Dee, who was critically injured in the terror attack that claimed the lives of her two daughters, Maia and Rina Dee on Friday, has passed away from her injuries.
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
5 years
Today, a number of buildings in north London were daubed with antisemitic graffiti, including one of our shuls, South Hampstead United Synagogue. (See: ) The community have issued the following statement to its members in response. (thread) /1 @sh_synagogue
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
1 year
Please join us in wishing Mazal Tov to @pinnershul member Renee, who recently celebrated her 103rd birthday! 🎂
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
2 years
Michael Goldstein, President of the United Synagogue, said: "For 70 years, the Queen has been a constant for generations of United Synagogue members, the wider Jewish community and the nation at large. Across the country, every week, without exception, we say the Prayer for Royal
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
4 years
We wish mazal tov and congratulations to the TWO new dads today! Rabbi Yoni Golker of St Johns Wood United Synagogue, and Mr Boris Johnson of 10 Downing Street - and mazal tov and congatulations to the mums Rebbetzen Dina Golker and Ms Carrie Symons. We hope you are doing well!👶
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
3 years
We are deeply distressed to learn about the violent attack on Rabbi Rafi Goodwin, Assistant Rabbi at Chigwell & Hainault United Synagogue. As of right now, he is in hospital and being assessed for concussion after receiving a number of blows to the head. His community has [1/2]
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
9 months
Muswell Hill United Synagogue is delighted to announce the appointment of Rabbi Michael and Tracey Rosenfeld-Scheuler as their new Rabbinic couple! The Rosenfeld-Scheulers are expected to take up their new roles in spring 2024. Please join us in wishing them Mazel Tov! 🎉
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
3 years
With apologies to England captain @HKane for missing him off this thread, United Synagogue Trustees have just announced that Kenton Synagogue will be renamed Kane-ton Synagogue should England with the Euros. #EURO2020 #ENG
@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
3 years
BREAKING: United Synagogue Trustees have just agreed that if England win Euro 2020 on Sunday then they will rename Cockfosters and N Southgate Synagogue "Cockfosters and Gareth Southgate Synagogue" in honour of the England manager. It's coming home. #ENG
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United Synagogue
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United Synagogue members, Rabbinic leaders, lay leaders, staff and all Trustees are here en masse protesting against the rising levels of antisemitism in Britain. #MarchAgainstAntisemitism
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
4 years
Rabbi Nicky Liss, Chair of the Rabbinical Council of the United Synagogue, on the passing of Rabbi Sacks: "Turning my phone on after Shabbos brought the devastating news of the tragic passing of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, zt”l. [1/7
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
4 years
Tonight marks "Kristallnacht" (the night of the broken glass), a Nazi pogrom during which Jews were killed, synagogues were set ablaze and businesses attacked. Many of our communities are leaving a light on overnight to commemorate the tragedy. You may wish to do so at home, too.
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
6 years
Shabbat in London begins today at 21:07 and ends tomorrow at 22:27. The Parasha is Balak. Wishing you a #ShabbatShalom !
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
5 years
@sh_synagogue on our streets or online. Over the next year, South Hampstead Synagogue is determined to continue to work closely with Camden council, and to partner with local faith communities and neighbours, on initiatives to strengthen community cohesion in our great borough /5
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
5 years
@sh_synagogue and across London. A huge thank you for all the supportive messages in connection with this. South Hampstead Synagogue /6 (ends) Press enquiries: rverber @theus .org.uk
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
4 years
We are very sorry to share this sad news. We wish Rabbi Sacks a 'refuah sheleimah', a full and speedy recovery. Please join us in posting your prayers and messages for Rabbi Sacks in the comments below and we will pass them all on to him.
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
6 years
Come to shul! This week we're marking a Shabbat of Solidarity with Pittsburgh. Join your local community. More details: #ShowUpForShabbat #PittsburghSynagogueShooting
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
5 years
@sh_synagogue We are working closely with the Police and Camden Council. In addition, the CST have been informed and we are working on removing this as quickly as possible. As a community, we regret the rise of hate speech in society. Social media is polluted with xenophobia, /3
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
4 years
To Lady Elaine, to their three children, to Rabbi Sacks’ three brothers and the entire family, on behalf of everyone connected with the United Synagogue, I wish you all Chayim aruchim, long life." [4/4]
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
4 years
Please join us on Thursday at 7.30pm for an evening of learning and davening for the full and speedy recovery of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. Our contributors are Chief Rabbi, Dayan Ivan Binstock, Sivan Rahav-Meir and Rabbi Dr Harvey Belovski. Watch live:
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
3 years
In other proposals considered by US Trustees overnight, Kingston could be renamed King-Stones after the defender's flawless showing while New West End could be come New West ‘Enderson. Luton might be called Luke-ton following the left back's world class performances.
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
4 years
Thank you so much for your generosity and your solidarity.
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
9 months
Come and support the marchers at the @AJEX_UK remembrance parade and ceremony this Sunday at the Cenotaph. This event remembers and honours the thousands of Jewish men and women who have served to secure our freedom. No ticket is required to spectate.
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
9 months
In this powerful photo you can see the Chief Rabbi davening as the body of a fallen soldier is prepared for burial. United Synagogue President, Michael Goldstein, is alongside him and Rabbi Liss, Senior Rabbi of Highgate Synagogue, is on the left. #IsraelSolidarityMission
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
9 months
Rabbi Bentzi Mann (in the middle of the photo), who was until last year the Rabbi of Mill Hill East Jewish Community, met with our group. He is one of the rabbis tasked with identifying dead bodies and preparing them for burial. There are no words to describe such heroism. May
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
6 years
We need your help! Our new cemetery in Bushey has been shortlisted for the prestigious @RIBA Stirling Prize. The people's vote closes soon - please click on the link below and VOTE for us!
@RIBA
Royal Institute of British Architects
6 years
Get your votes in: who do YOU think should be crowned the #StirlingPrize 2018 winner?
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
3 years
Our President, Michael Goldstein, has shared the following statement on the sad passing of Prince Philip:
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
5 years
*Thread* An extraordinary day. We were able to give Gloria Starr z'l, the dignified Jewish burial she deserved. We had well over a minyan (quorum) and Kaddish was able to be said. Thank you to everyone who came and everyone who helped publicise.
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
5 years
**Urgent funeral request** This morning we are burying a lady with no family. If you are free and can make it, please do come along: 11.00am at Waltham Abbey cemetery. Do spread the word about this מת מצוה.
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
3 years
Although he hasn't played much, it's understood that Chigwell & Hainult could become Chilwell & Hainult after the Chelsea player and the United Synagogue is considering changing Magen Avot to Magen Pickford having conceded just once all tournament. #euro2020
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
3 years
"We are heartbroken that a night of celebration could so quickly turn to a day of mourning." Our President, Michael Goldstein, has given this short statement on hearing the tragic news from Meron, Israel:
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
10 months
This Friday afternoon, please join us in lighting a yahrzeit or extra candle before you light your Shabbat candles in memory of all those murdered. The times candles should be lit are here: This is an initiative spearheaded by Rabbi Alby Chait of UHC
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
4 years
Please join us for an evening of learning and davening for the refuah sheleimah, the full and speedy recovery, of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, on Thursday 29 October at 7:30pm. Watch live:
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
3 years
Trustees have said they will gladly consider other proposals and members of the community should add their own ideas to this thread. #ItsComingHome #euro2020gr #ENGITA #England #ENG
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
3 years
Together with community colleagues, we invite you to share the message ‘No to rockets, Yes to peace’ this Sunday between 10am-12pm. You may like to take a photo holding this image and post your picture on social media with the hashtag #NoToRocketsYesToPeace
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
7 years
A huge Mazel Tov the new United Synagogue President @MichaelHG #USElections
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
3 years
Congratulations to @KLBDdirect caterer, 1070, for enabling kosher and halal food to be served in the Houses of Parliament canteen for the first time and allowing Jews and Muslims to keep their dietary requirements 👏👍 via @JewishNewsUK
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
11 months
📢 Join us in wishing a hearty mazal tov to the Chief Rabbi on his TENTH anniversary as Chief Rabbi! We are so proud to have him as our Chief Rabbi and thank him for his outstanding leadership over the last decade, and wish him hatzlacha rabba for the years to come! Please post
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
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Two of our members have sent us this heartbreaking image of their Shabbat table set for this evening with a high chair reserved for little Kfir, a 9 month old Israeli baby kidnapped by Hamas on October 7 and still being held hostage. #BringThemHome
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
1 year
The London Beth Din is delighted to announce the appointment of Rabbi Eliezer Zobin as a new Dayan of the London Beth Din. Please join us in wishing Dayan Zobin a huge Mazal Tov!
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
2 years
Chanukah Sameach from the United Synagogue! Wishing you all a lovely Chanukah. 🕎
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United Synagogue
3 years
Please join us in wishing St Albans United Synagogue a huge Mazal Tov as they celebrate their 70th anniversary!
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
5 years
This week we kick started our 150th anniversary year with a reception at the House of Commons. We were honoured to invite all of our shul Chairs to this very special reception with the Chief Rabbi, hosted by Rabbi Lord Sacks. It was a fantastic start to a year of celebrations!
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
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Nathanel Young, aged 20, was killed on October 7 trying to protect innocent civilians from Hamas terrorists. He grew up in London where he was a member of Cockfosters and N Southgate Synagogue. He is buried on Har Herzl in Jerusalem and our group honoured his memory this
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
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Golders Green United Synagogue is delighted to announce the appointment of Rabbi and Rebbetzen Kurzer as their new senior rabbinic couple! The Kurzers are expected to take up their new roles around April 2024. You can read more about it here: Please join
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United Synagogue
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United Synagogue
2 years
Tonight we were addressed by our incoming Chief Executive, Jo Grose, with candles for the fourth night lit by Joel Azulay, Tribe's campus and sixth form programmes executive. 🕯️🕯️🕯️🕯️🕎 Chanukah sameach!
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
3 years
Following the tragic events in Meron on Lag B'Omer, the United Synagogue will be holding an evening of prayer and reflection TONIGHT at 8:15pm on Zoom, where we will be addressed by the Chief Rabbi and the Israeli Ambassador. All welcome and there's no need to register.
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
5 years
Terrible news from Halle, Germany as we end Yom Kippur to learn about an attack on a synagogue there. Rabbi Nicky Liss, Chair of our Rabbinic Council, has called it "an act of despicable cruelty and cowardice". Full statement:
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
4 years
"Fewer than 80 years after the horrors of the Holocaust, there are eerie echoes of that terrifying time coming from China." Please READ this powerful piece from our President, Michael Goldstein: @MichaelHG #Uyghurs
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
6 years
We're so proud of everyone involved in the building of Bushey New Cemetery. To be the first cemetery, and the first Jewish community building, to be nominated for the Stirling Prize, the most prestigious prize in architecture, is a real honour. Full statement from our President:
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
2 years
throughout the last seventy years has been “Our Sovereign Lady, Queen Elizabeth”. With a heavy heart, we shall now be issuing a new prayer to our communities as we join together to pray that God blesses our new King and puts a spirit and wisdom into his heart and into the heart
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
5 years
A privilege to be in a packed room tonight at Finchley United Synagogue learning with Dayan Binstock, Rebbetzen Lauren Levin and @rabbisacks to celebrate the completion of the Noé Edition Koren Talmud Bavli with commentary by Rabbi Adin Even-Israel Steinsaltz.
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
4 years
The world is a darker place right now. A flame of Torah has gone out. But the Torah Rabbis Sacks taught us will continue to be taught across the world for generations to come and will endure forever. [3/4]
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United Synagogue
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After the mezuzot of two families' homes in Borehamwood were vandalised, @BorehamwoodShul 's Rabbi Alex Chapper provided them with replacements and put up the new mezuzot for them. The two families were extremely grateful for Rabbi Chapper's support.
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United Synagogue
3 years
Chanukah Sameach! The Chief Rabbi is lighting this Chanukiah, made in the 18th century and used in the Hambro’ Synagogue.
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
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Rabbi Bentzi Mann (in the middle of the photo), who was until last year the Rabbi of Mill Hill East Jewish Community, met with our group. He is one of the rabbis tasked with identifying dead bodies and preparing them for burial. There are no words to describe such heroism. May
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
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At the Shura base, the group met with the IDF Rabbinate. The rabbis had to identify hundreds of civilian victims of the October 7 massacre by Hamas. The details were so gory and upsetting we can't repeat them here. The unit is also responsible for identifying fallen soldiers and
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
4 years
The United Synagogue turns 150 years young today! Which is your community? Please wish them a huge Mazal Tov!
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
5 years
@sh_synagogue Dear Community, Unfortunately early this morning, South Hampstead Synagogue was the subject of an anti-Semitic attack and was daubed with graffiti. Similar incidents were targeted at several other locations in Hampstead and Belsize Park. /2
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
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The group's final stop yesterday afternoon before flying home was in Tel Aviv, in an area which has been renamed Hostage Square. In this video diary, Borehamwood and Elstree Synagogue's Rebbetzen Eva Chapper explains why there is a Shabbat table set with empty chairs for 240
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
4 years
A man who was the living embodiment of the carefully chosen word, the perfect turn of phrase. I am numb, I am hurting. He was a rabbi and a leader, a father and a grandfather. He was a teacher of us all. [2/4]
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
2 years
We are delighted to wish a warm mazal tov and happy birthday to our oldest member, Mrs Anita Harding, who turned 107 today! Stanmore & Canons Park Synagogue's Shirley Saideman has written a beautiful piece about Anita which you can read here: Mazal tov!
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United Synagogue
1 year
Today we were proud to commemorate the 150th anniversary of our beautiful and historic Willesden Jewish Cemetery. Sir Bernard Rix, an advisor to our House of Life project, chaired the event during which we heard from the Chief Rabbi, who also unveiled a plaque to mark the
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@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
8 months
Thank you to everybody who came today to make up the minyan at Toby's levaya (funeral). Your presence was a 'Chesed shel emet' - a true example of an act of loving-kindness given the recipient is unable to say thank you. Thank you from us 🙏
@UnitedSynagogue
United Synagogue
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URGENT: Today we are burying a 98-year-old Holocaust survivor who has sadly passed away with no family. Her name is Toby Biber and she is being buried at Bushey Old Cemetery at 2pm. We are keen to ensure there will be a minyan at the levaya - if you are able to join us shortly,
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United Synagogue
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Kol hakavod. Very proud that two of our KLBD licensees are behind this wonderful initiative. 👏👏 #NHSheroes
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Jack Mendel ✍️
4 years
Kosher Deli and Bonjour bakery have joined a campaign by the amazing Dr Sharon Raymond, to feed hungry frontline #NHS workers. It involves more than 40 volunteers ferrying food to Barnet and Royal Free hospitals.. amazing!
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United Synagogue
4 years
"Feeling helpless cannot be an excuse for inaction. Learn more about the plight of the Uyghurs. Tell your friends and family. Speak out." Our statement on the #Uyghurs :
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United Synagogue
4 years
Shavuah Tov! Join us at 9pm for an inspiring address by @rabbisacks followed by an uplifting havdallah with Chazan Jonny Turgel (9.10pm) and a Shabbat HaGadol shiur by Rabbi Daniel Roselaar (9.20pm)
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United Synagogue
2 years
Congratulations to Golders Green's Rebbetzen Dr Hadassah Fromson who has successfully completed the Yoetzet Halacha (Halachic advisor) programme at Nishmat's Miriam Glaubach Center. We look forward to learning from her over the coming months and years!
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United Synagogue
5 years
Tomorrow night and Sunday mark the 81st anniversary of Kristallnacht, the first 'organised' Nazi pogrom. Join our campaign: #LeaveTheLightsOn in your home or in your shul. More details:
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United Synagogue
3 years
informed its members and is liaising with the police and CST. We wish Rabbi Rafi a refuah sheleimah, a speedy recovery, and our thoughts are prayers are with him, his wife, his family and his community at this very difficult time. [2/2].
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United Synagogue
5 years
Very proud that Rabbi Schochet, Rabbi of Mill Hill United Synagogue, was chosen to address 6,000 Chabad emissaries and leaders at their annual gathering.
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Yitzchak Schochet
5 years
With several thousand "family members." Donation to charity of your choice if you find me. #TheRebbesArmy
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United Synagogue
4 years
The United Synagogue has launched a dedicated helpline for all those seeking practical, spiritual or emotional assistance during this challenging time. Call us on 020 8343 5696 or email helpline @theus .org.uk and we will help you find the right support. [1/5]
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United Synagogue
4 years
We are delighted to announce that Mayor of London @SadiqKhan will be in conversation with @MHSynagogue 's @RabbiYYS , catch it this coming Tuesday 23rd June at 8pm on the United Synagogue Facebook and YouTube channels
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United Synagogue
3 years
We are thrilled to announce that the United Synagogue Chevra Kadisha has won the Graham Edwards Outstanding Volunteer Team of the Year award at the JVN Awards! A big Mazel Tov.
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United Synagogue
1 year
In the aftermath of the devastating terrorist attack in Israel, in which Maya and Rina Dee a”h Hy”d were brutally murdered and their mother, Lucy, Leah bat Tzipporah, was critically injured, we will be gathering tonight to say Tehillim (psalms) for Lucy’s recovery, [1/6]
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5 years
One of our members, Mr Eli Abt, aged 90, will be embarking on an adventure, a tandem skydive to raise money for @Jewish_Care to mark his 90th birthday! Eli Abt, a member of @Kinloss_US , a Kindertransport refugee and retired architect, will be making the 13,000 feet jump.
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