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London: 18:42
Birmingham: 18:46
Hull: 18:39
Sheffield: 18:44
Southport: 18:50
Jerusalem: 17:55
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London: 19:41
Birmingham: 19:49
Hull: 19:48
Sheffield: 19:51
Southport: 19:58
Jerusalem: 19:10
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London: 18:38
Birmingham: 18:41
Hull: 18:34
Sheffield: 18:39
Southport: 18:45
Jerusalem: 17:52
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London: 19:37
Birmingham: 19:38
Hull: 19:42
Sheffield: 19:46
Southport: 19:52
Jerusalem: 19:07
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London: 19:37
Birmingham: 19:38
Hull: 19:42
Sheffield: 19:46
Southport: 19:52
Jerusalem: 19:07
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London: 19:34
Birmingham: 19:42
Hull: 19:39
Sheffield: 19:44
Southport: 19:50
Jerusalem: 19:06
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The UK times listed above are for cities with United Synagogue communities.
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You can find details of this week's Torah reading, Maftir and Haftarah in our weekly Daf Hashavua by clicking here.
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Thursday 22 September, 2022
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One of my favourite prayers in our Shabbat liturgy is often overlooked. Just before the Prayer for the Royal Family we say a prayer to bless all members of our shul and the wider Jewish community. The prayer begins “May He who blessed our forefathers, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, bless all this holy congregation”. We ask God to bless “those who unite to form synagogues for prayer” which speaks, I feel, to the United Synagogue’s history.
Back in 1870, five synagogues decided that they were stronger together and joined forces to become, via an Act of Parliament, the United Synagogue. Instead of duplicating resources, they worked together for the good of the community. This was a revolutionary idea and although we have since grown and changed considerably, it still underpins what we do a century and a half later.
The prayer asks God to bless everyone who comes to shul to pray and those who make donations to the community (“those who provide lamps for lighting and wine for Kiddush and Havdalah, those who provide food for guests and charity for the poor”). Finally, we ask God to bless “all those who occupy themselves faithfully with the needs of the community”. To me, this line is absolutely critical, because volunteering is at the core of the United Synagogue. Across our communities we are blessed to have well over 1,000 people who give of their time week in, week out to support their shul and community.
Whether it is running children’s services, doing security, preparing the kiddush, arranging events, supporting our older and vulnerable members, inviting speakers or davening and leyning, there is a dizzying array of activities carried out by our volunteers. And on top of that, each of our communities is led by a local team of committed lay leaders who direct the day-to-day running of communal life and implement its development plans. Communities differ in size, geography and members’ backgrounds, so our structure empowers local people to make local decisions. Research shows that volunteering together builds community, helps us make connections with each other and improves our wellbeing. We know from experience that the greater our sense of engagement with our communities, the more we are able to find a shared purpose.
If I may ask one thing of you this Rosh Hashanah, it’s to see what you can do to help your community. Whether it’s once a year or once a week, your time will make a real difference: our amazing communities can only thrive with the support of volunteers. Slightly paraphrasing the ending of the prayer, may God send you and your families blessings and success in all you do and may He bless our entire community.
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Shana Tova.
Michael Goldstein
President
United Synagogue
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US Chesed helpline launches
US Chesed offers practical, emotional, and spiritual support through their new helpline to anyone who may be struggling. If you are finding it hard to cope or looking for guidance, you can call the new US Chesed Helpline on 020 8343 5696 or email helpline@theus.org.uk to be helped directly or signposted to someone who can provide the assistance that is needed.
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Kol Nidre Appeal
For generations, the Kol Nidre Appeal has raised money for charities at home and in Israel. Last year you raised an incredible £1.1 million and supported over 40 charities. This year, charities need your support more than ever. The growing cost-of-living crisis is affecting the entire community, forcing many people to make the terrible choice between heating or eating. Look out for your Kol Nidre Appeal email ahead of Yom Kippur.
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Rabbis, Teachers & Zionists
Join us on a tour of Willesden Cemetery during the period surrounding Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur to reflect on the significance of these days. A volunteer guide will take you on a special tour of the graves of well known Rabbis, Chief Rabbis, Educationists and Zionists. Tickets cost £8 for a 90 minute tour. Click here to book.
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High Holy Days resources on TheUS.tv
In the lead up to the High Holy Days, we have plenty of fantastic content on TheUS.tv, including Choral Midnight Selichot with The Shabbaton Choir, HHD Short Thoughts, The Book of Jonah and more. You can watch all of these programmes on-demand by clicking the link below.
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WATCH AGAIN
Memorial Service for Her Majesty
Last week we had the honour and sad privilege of holding a memorial service for Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at St John's Wood United Synagogue. You can watch the full service by clicking the link below.
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CONGRATULATIONS
Winner of our card competition!
Congratulations and well done to Ella Century, age 7 from Mill Hill, winner of our competition to design a Rosh Hashanah card for US Chesed! Ella said: "It was really fun drawing the design and I'm so happy that I won the competition. I think it looks really nice as a card!" These cards were handed out to older members of our community and those who have had a difficult year.
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WATCH NEXT WEEK
Special pre-Yom Kippur Shiur
Join Rabbi Dr Harvey Belovski, Senior Rabbi of Golders Green Synagogue, for a special Pre-Yom Kippur shiur titled 'Sudden and Gradual Teshuvah: Rambam meets Rav Kook'. Thursday 29 September at 8pm. You can watch by clicking the link below.
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WATCH NOW
Rosh Hashanah recipe
Join Northwood United Synagogue and chef and cookery writer Denise Phillips for a cooking demonstration as she shares a recipe for Rosh Hashanah! You can watch the full demonstration by clicking the link below.
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MEET OUR RABBINIC INTERNS
The Rabbinic Intern Programme 2022
We are delighted to welcome five couples to The Rabbinic Intern programme. The programme has a number of aims, including enabling the United Synagogue to build relationships with future Rabbinic talent. Find out more about our five couples by clicking the link below.
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KLBD
Rowse Honey
Discover a world of flavour with Rowse honey. This great tasting, award winning honey is KLBD Kosher certified Parev. Available from major supermarkets, kosher stores and other independent retailers.
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WATCH NOW
A Woman's Voice
In anticipation of Rosh Hashanah, we are delighted to share a new short video, with ideas from Rebbetzen Talya Rose, Shira Jackson and Rebbetzen Freda Kaplan, on the story of Chana, which we read on Rosh Hashanah. To watch the video, click on the link below.
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JOBS AVAILABLE
Come work with US!
We're looking for a Community Care Coordinator, Youth Directors, Cheder Teachers, Classroom Educators, an Assistant Rabbinic Couple and more! Might you be one of them? Click on the link to see all our jobs.
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KLBD
Special offer on honey!
Kind to Bee is a Jewish family, women owned raw honey brand, based in the UK. With Rosh Hashanah approaching, get an exclusive 40% off on their website kindtobee.com for delicious KLBD Kosher certified raw honey. Promo code: KLBD40. Valid until: 31/10/2022.
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CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE
Challah Make with a twist
Back by popular demand - join Central Synagogue for a 'Sweet Challah Make for a Sweet New Year' with Rebbetzen Joanne Dove, Senior Educator at Seed, together with Rebbetzen Naomi Lerer. Tonight at 6:30pm.
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PINNER UNITED SYNAGOGUE
Coffee morning for Macmillan
Pinner United Synagogue recently held a very successful Macmillan coffee morning as part of their regular 'Chat and Share' coffee mornings. Over 30 people attended raising nearly £400 for the charity.
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FINCHLEY UNITED SYNAGOGUE
Healthcare talks
Join Kinloss for their series of healthcare talks in partnership with The Wellington Hospital. Hear from leading consultants who will share their valuable insights on the latest advances in technology and more. Details of the talks can be found by clicking the link below.
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ST ALBANS UNITED SYNAGOGUE
Proclamation ceremony
St Albans United Synagogue’s Rabbi Daniel Sturgess had a leading role in the Proclamation ceremony held in the city to announce the new King’s reign. You can watch the Proclamation by clicking here, and read more about it by clicking the link below.
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WHAT'S ON?
Online events
We've got lots of great events taking place online and in person! See what events are happening in our communities every week by checking out the United Synagogue events portal.
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BOARD OF DEPUTIES
Community Briefing
Read the Board's latest community briefing.
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