London: 21:06
Birmingham: 20:00*
Hull: 21:16
Sheffield: 21:19
Southport: 21:26
Jerusalem: 19:09
London: 22:25
Birmingham: 22:39
Hull: 22:58
Sheffield: 22:57
Southport: 23:07
Jerusalem: 20:31
*Birmingham communities bring in Shabbat at 20:00 throughout the summer
You can find details of this week's Torah reading, Maftir and Haftarah in our weekly Daf Hashavua by clicking here.
Thursday 1 July, 2021
"Can it be true," asked the Chief Rabbi in a newspaper column last year, "that in our modern, sophisticated world, men and women are still beaten if they refuse to renounce their faith? That women are forced to abort their unborn children and are then sterilised to prevent them from becoming pregnant again? That forced imprisonment, the separation of children from their parents and a culture of intimidation and fear have become the norm?"
"Sadly," concluded the Chief Rabbi, "the weight of evidence of this persecution of the Uighur Muslim minority in China is overwhelming...Every one of us shares in the responsibility to act."
With this rallying call, the United Synagogue is proud to support an important conference being led by Magen Avot, one of our communities, later this month. Supported by the Office of the Chief Rabbi, Hampstead Synagogue, Muswell Hill Synagogue, World Jewish Relief and the Board of Deputies, the conference will ask: what can we actually do about the plight of the Uyghur community?
Through three high-level panels, faith leaders, politicians and activists will share practical things we can all do to support the Uyghur community. In the face of genocide, it’s time for action.
Join MPs Sir Iain Duncan Smith and Lisa Nandy to debate the issue. Hear firsthand testimony from Rahima Mahmut, a Uyghur activist. Learn from Kelley Eckels Currie, the former United States Representative at the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women and Bennett Freeman, the former United States Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights & Labour.
The conference will take place online on Sunday 11 July, 5-8pm. All are welcome and there's no need to book. Check out the programme and the link to the livestream here: www.TheUS.tv/TimeForAction. It's time for action.
Shabbat shalom,
Richard Verber
Communications Director,
United Synagogue
BBC article on antisemitism in the UK
Read this new article on the BBC News website where Rabbi Nicky Liss, former Chair of the Rabbinical Council of the United Synagogue and Rabbi of Highgate United Synagogue, speaks openly about his nervousness following the recent increase in antisemitic incidents. Lindsay Shure, Chair of Chigwell and Hainault Synagogue, told the BBC about the aftermath of the attack on Rabbi Rafi Goodwin. Click the link to read the article.
New Kosher products!
Our friends at KLBD have some new and exciting updates: Canderel Bake Caster and Icing Sugar are KLBD Certified Parev, no logo. City of London Distillery Gins are KLBD Certified Parev no logo. Click here to purchase. For a list of flavours click here. M&S Plant Kitchen Dairy Free Cheeses are KLBD Certified Parev no logo. Available from Marks and Spencer and Ocado. For more updates and KLBD news, please click on the link below!
US CHESED
Food donation boxes
US Chesed is encouraging members to donate food items for our weekly food parcels during the summer. US Chesed will drop off collection boxes at your shul and pick them up once they are full. If your shul is interested in taking part, please contact Yael Peleg on ypeleg@theus.org.uk. To see what food items we need, click the link below.
WATCH NOW
Bamidbar Braai
Borehamwood & Elstree Synagogue’s Rabbi Yaacov Finn continues to cook his way through the Parshiot – now we are onto the Book of Bamidbar. Each week Rabbi Finn will be bringing you a delicious new recipe to try! This week is BBQ Lamb with Summer Salad - watch it by clicking the link below.
ST JOHN'S WOOD UNITED SYNAGOGUE
The Parsha Cycle
As lockdown continues to ease, enjoy the summer weather and join St John's Wood's Rabbi Yoni Golker every Friday morning for a cycle around Regents Park followed by an informal Parsha Class in the sunshine! Join the Parsha Cycle WhatsApp Group here for full details.
WATCH NOW
The Psychology of Rebuke
Join Rabbi Dr Harvey Belovski for a special series of Lunch & Learns as he explores the Three Weeks ahead of Tisha B’Av. In case you missed this week's Lunch & Learn, titled 'The Psychology of Rebuke: The Haftarot of the Three Weeks', you can watch it by clicking the link below.
US CEMETERIES
Opening times for cemeteries
On Tisha B’Av, Sunday 18 July 2021, Alderney Road, Brady Street, Lauriston Road, Plashet and West Ham cemeteries will be open between 11:00-15:00. Appointments are not required for visits on this day.
EXTRA SPACES AVAILABLE!
The Great British Tribe Tour
Due to very popular demand we've managed to add a few extra places on The Great British Tribe Tour 2021! Join Tribe for a journey that will take you across England, discovering unique places, enjoying thrilling experiences, and making friends for a lifetime. Be quick - the Tour starts on Wednesday!
What is one of the best invitations you'll ever get? Click here to find out in this week's D'var Torah by the Chief Rabbi.
AHAVAT YISRAEL SYNAGOGUE
Rabbi YY Rubinstein
Join Ahavat Yisrael as they hear from Rabbi YY Rubinstein, one of the most sought-after speakers in the Jewish world. His talk will be titled 'Building Tomorrow: Let's get it right this time'. Sunday 4 July at 8pm, live on Zoom.
KENTON UNITED SYNAGOGUE
Mission to Mars
Join Kenton as they hear from scientists Caroline Smith, a member of the Mars 2020 mission science team working with the SHERLOC instrument and science team, and Keyron Hickman-Lewis, a Returned Sample Science Participating Scientist on the NASA Mars 2020 mission. Thursday 1 July at 8:15pm on Zoom.
HENDON UNITED SYNAGOGUE
3 Shiurim for the 3 Weeks
Join Hendon for a series of Shiurim during the Three Weeks. The first one will be by Josh Sinclair, titled 'Ahavat Yisrael: The Key to Redemption' and will take place on Wednesday 7 July at 9:30am, live on Zoom.
EDGWARE UNITED SYNAGOGUE
Sharon Feldman-Vazan
Join Edgware for Wednesday Night Live with Sharon Feldman-Vazan, KLBD's Retail Food & Drink Manager. Sharon will discuss the KLBD certification process, how to find kosher products on the high street, and more. Wednesday 7 July at 8pm, live on Zoom.
COCKFOSTERS & N SOUTHGATE SYNAGOGUE
CLC presents: Dame Helen Hyde DBE
Dame Helen Hyde DBE is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and the Imperial War Museum. She will be talking about Marc Chagall, who distinguished himself in many arenas - as a painter, book illustrator, ceramicist, stained-glass painter, stage set designer and tapestry maker. Tuesday 6 July at 11am.
MUSWELL HILL UNITED SYNAGOGUE
Muswell Hill's Funday
Join Muswell Hill for a fun packed afternoon at their Funday, with games, a bouncy castle, crafts, ice cream and more! For kids age 5-11. Sunday 11 July at Muswell Hill Synagogue. Place are limited so book now by clicking here.
EDGWARE UNITED SYNAGOGUE
Breakfast & Learn
Join Edgware for Breakfast & Learn, as they hear from Rabbi Yoni Golker, Associate Rabbi at St John's Wood. Rabbi Golker will be giving his talk on Tuesday 6 July at 9am, live on Zoom. The Zoom details can be found by clicking on the link below.
HENDON UNITED SYNAGOGUE
Shiurim for women
Join Hendon United Synagogue together with Ner Yisrael for their series of shiurim for women, on Sunday evenings from 8:30-9:30pm. The next shiur will be by Tamara Ezekiel, Mikhaela Mann, and Ayelet Besso-Cowan from Lehava and will take place on Sunday 4 July.
WHAT'S ON?
Online events
Despite the challenges of lockdown we've got lots of great events taking place online! See what virtual events are happening in our communities every week by checking out the United Synagogue events portal.
BOARD OF DEPUTIES
Community Briefing
Read the Board's latest community briefing.
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