Thought for the Week
Shabbat Lech L´cha
Tomorrow in our Shabbat Morning Service, as part of a Bat Mitzvah and Remembrance Shabbat, we will commemorate Kristallnacht – the night of November 9-10 1938, when the ‘Nazi machine went on the rampage’, rounding up and incarcerating Jewish men, driving Jewish families from their homes, disfiguring Jewish-owned shops with slogans, and smashing the windows of Jewish businesses...
The LJS has always recognised an obligation to others outside our community and one way it does so is by raising money for various charities. Members and Friends generously contribute to the High Holy Day Appeal and are part of this ethos of care for others. In 2023 the High Holy Day Appeal raised just over £78,000.00. As is our custom, we supported an Israeli charity, an Anglo-Jewish charity, and a UK charity.
Please come along to our Shabbat services. Our Sanctuary doors are wide open! Erev Shabbat services start at 6.45pm Friday evenings and 11am Saturday mornings. If you prefer, you can also watch our services on our YouTube channel.
The 20th anniversary of our wonderful LJS Nursery; Peter Lantos writes a fascinating account of how eminent German Jewish scientists came to the UK; Rabbi Igor outlines an enlightening aspect of Chanukkah theology. Plus services, education programme, community news, and handy guide to lighting your Chanukkiyah. Be sure to book your places at the LJS Fundraising Gala Dinner!
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Tue, 12 November 2024 11 Cheshvan 5785