London: 18:40 Birmingham: 18:44 Hull: 18:36 Sheffield: 18:41 Southport: 18:47 Jerusalem: 17:53 London: 19:39 Birmingham: 19:46 Hull: 19:45 Sheffield: 19:48 Southport: 19:55 Jerusalem: 19:08 Monday 27 September London: 18:33 Birmingham: 18:36 Hull: 18:29 Sheffield: 18:34 Southport: 18:39 Jerusalem: 17:49 Tuesday 28 September London: 19:32 Birmingham: 19:33 Hull: 19:36 Sheffield: 19:41 Southport: 19:47 Jerusalem: 19:04 Tuesday 28 September London: 19:32 Birmingham: 19:33 Hull: 19:36 Sheffield: 19:41 Southport: 19:47 Wednesday 29 September London: 19:30 Birmingham: 19:37 Hull: 19:34 Sheffield: 19:39 Southport: 19:44 You can read a special Daf Hashavua for Shabbat Chol Hamoed, Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah by clicking here. Thursday 23 September, 2021 Organ donation is a very emotive subject. There is a common misconception that organ and tissue donation is never permitted according to halacha, Jewish law. In fact, there is a very rich and complex body of Jewish law which covers this important issue. Whilst it is certainly true that there are circumstances in which donation is not possible, there are those in which it can be done and could save a person’s life.
There are a range of halachic rulings on the precise circumstances in which organ donation is permissible and each person should seek more detailed guidance from their own Rabbi.
Last year, English Law on organ donation changed from an 'Opt-in' system to an 'Opt-out' one, meaning that whereas previously the law only permitted organ donation in cases where it could be established that this was the express wish of the donor or where the family consented, now it will be permitted unless it can be established that it would be contrary to the express wish of the donor.
This of course has significant implications for the Jewish community. Given this, the Office of the Chief Rabbi and the London Beth Din have worked with the NHS to create a viable alternative to opting out, tailored to the Jewish community's needs. This would allow Jews to donate organs in line with Jewish law, and only once your family and rabbi have been consulted. The Office of the Chief Rabbi has put together a short information film and more details about the new system which you can read here.
Please God we should all live ad me'ah v'esrim, until 120. Shabbat shalom and Chag sameach,
Richard Verber Communications Director United Synagogue Yizkor: Live for Shemini Atzeret Join Rabbi Daniel Epstein of Western Marble Arch Synagogue for Yizkor: Live for Shemini Atzeret. Yizkor is recited on Shemini Atzeret, even if you are not in shul. To bring us together in spirit and to help those who benefit from reciting Yizkor with others, the United Synagogue is holding an online Yizkor service before Yom Tov. The service will take place on Sunday 26 September at 3pm, live on TheUS.tv. To watch, click on the link below. The World's Biggest Succah Hop 2: Live! Join us once again for what will be a truly global “Succah Hop”. Travel with us to communities from 11 countries across six continents and tune in as we explore the unique cultures, customs and traditions of our global Jewish community in a celebration of achdut (unity) and simcha (joy). Produced by the Hampstead Synagogue, Beverley Hills Synagogue, the Commonwealth Jewish Council, the Jewish Agency and the United Synagogue. Supported by Jewish News. ONLINE RESOURCES Resources for Succot Our website has some great articles for Succot, which you can find by clicking here. You can also find a range of programmes and explanation videos for Succot on our on-demand video platform, www.TheUS.tv. Watch these now by clicking the link below. WILLESDEN JEWISH CEMETERY Remembering at Willesden Join AJEX at the Jewish War Memorial in Willesden Jewish Cemetery for a special Service of Remembrance on Sunday 3 October at 11am. For more details on the event and to register, please click here. Why is Shemini Atzeret the conclusion we've been waiting for? Find out in this week's Dvar Torah by the Chief Rabbi!
What's the main currency in life? Money or time? Rebbetzen Rachie Lister of Edgware United Synagogue finds out in her D'var Torah in this week's Jewish News. Click here to read it. COCKFOSTERS & N SOUTHGATE SYNAGOGUE CLC presents: Harold Schogger Since 1977 Harold has taught bridge to over 10,000 people, and many people in North West London and further afield now play and enjoy this wonderful game thanks to him. He will recount some memories of the world of bridge over his career as a player and teacher. Tuesday 5 October at 11:30am. This email was sent with love from the United Synagogue. If you no longer wish to receive this email, please unsubscribe here |