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Celebrating Volunteering by Alyth Members

We are delighted that two Alyth members were recognised at this week's Jewish Volunteer Network awards:
Martin Cohen was recognised for the enormous amount of time and heart he brings to his volunteering at Alyth, and Michael Lubliner as part of Chai Cancer Care's team of the year.  
Mazal tov to them both.

Volunteers giving the Erev Shabbat D'var Torah:
Alyth members bring their skills and passion to the Jewish community in many ways. This year, one Erev Shabbat D’var Torah each month will be given by a member of Alyth who will speak about something to which they commit as an expression of their Jewish identity or values.  Some of these will be trustees or professionals of Jewish organisations, and others members who volunteer or live their Judaism in a special way.  On Holocaust Memorial Day, 27 January, our first D’var Torah in this series will be given by Ruth Wellin who is one of three Alyth members who is a trustee of the Holocaust Memorial Day Trust.  
If you are would like to offer a D’var Torah, please contact Rabbi Josh at josh@alyth.org.uk

If you would like to volunteer at Alyth, we are currently looking especially for members to help with the following roles:
- Minibus drivers to help members who are unable to come in other ways to join us in person for services and events;
- Drivers to bring participants to and from our Monday Club on a Monday night;
- Members to help with our online service and event provision, so friends and members can join us from home;
- Visitors for our new Alyth Home Visit Project;
- Members to help prepare tea for the Alyth Social on a Monday afternoon
- Volunteers for our homeless night shelter.
To contribute in one of these ways, please email lynette@alyth.org.uk, or to help with online provision, adam@alyth.org.uk or with the night shelter elliott@alyth.org.uk

LEARN WITH US ON THURSDAYS
 
TONIGHT: Thursday 19 January, 19:30 - 21:30
Alyth Interfaith: Issues that divide us and how we find common ground: “Gender and Sexuality”
One of the highlights of the Alyth calendar is our annual Iftar - the opportunity to study with  members of other faith traditions, to grapple with our differences, and to speak and eat together.  we are delighted to welcome Revd. Dr Ayla Lepine and Amani Saeed. Ayla is the Ahmanson Fellow in Religion and Art at the National Gallery in London. Her work includes teaching the King’s College London and National Gallery collaborative MA in Christianity and the Arts, and building diverse new networks within arts organisations and faith communities.  Amani Saeed is an international writer whose work brings the big issues to your kitchen table. She explores the crisis cultivated by living between sometimes (but not always) contradictory cultures, treading the line between masjid and mini skirt.
Contact hannah@alyth.org.uk for more information or click here to sign up. 
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 850 3411 1583 Passcode: 785089)

THIS SHABBAT AT ALYTH

FRIDAY 20 JANUARY

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES IN PERSON 
Baby Den (10:30)
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a Shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children.

BE WITH US ONLINE
JMM (17:00-18:00)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage. 
Click here to make a donation towards the costs of employing the facilitators.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 977 611 369 Password: 035091).

YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
Ruach 1-4 (17:15)
Our pre Bar/Bat Mitzvah programme delivered by our wonderful team of madrichim. Participants explore their Jewish identity through the lens of community. Participants can come from 16:30 for Drop-In and are expected to stay for the Erev Shabbat Service, finishing at 19:30.  This week's programme will include special activities to recognise that this is Mental Health Shabbat.

EREV SHABBAT 20 JANUARY 

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Erev Shabbat Service with Special Guests (18:30)
We welcome Shabbat as a community, joining together online and in person. This week is also Mental Health Shabbat. Led by Rabbi Josh, Rabbi Hannah and Rabbi Elliott. 
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 892 0290 0302 Passcode: 785089). 

STOP PRESS: We are delighted to welcome Anna Kislanski and David Bernstein from our sister movement in Israel, the Israel Movement for Reform and Progressive Judaism (IMPJ).
Anna, who took over as CEO of IMPJ from Gilad Kariv in 2021, will give the Dvar Torah in our Erev Shabbat service.  You can find out more about the IMPJ at reform.org.il/en/


SHABBAT MORNING 21 JANUARY
 
BE WITH US IN PERSON 
Mental Health Shabbat Safe Space (09:15)
Do you, or someone you know, experience mental health challenges?  On this Mental Health Shabbat, join Lynette, our Head of Community Care, in a safe space to share these challenges and to speak about how we can support each other.  If you would like to speak before this session, please contact Lynette on 020 8457 8793.

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON 
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30) 
Led by Rabbi Josh with the Alyth choir. Including the Bar Mitzvah of Louis Bloom.
This Shabbat is also the annual Mental Health Shabbat.  We will read a special Study Passage and Haftarah for this Shabbat, and the sermon will be given by our Head of Community Care and Life Cycle, Lynette Chazen.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 841 9411 8170 Passcode: 785089).

PRAY WITH US: FOR FAMILIES IN PERSON 
Gesher (11:00) 
Our musical 'Gesher' service provides a bridge between our youngest family services and the next stage in Alyth families’ prayer life. 

Click here for the Shabbat Supplement and the Community News (available from 17:00 on Friday afternoon). 

SUNDAY 22 JANUARY

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Sunday Shacharit (09:00-10:15) 
Our lay-led minyan with bagel breakfast, led by Alyth members. 
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 864 4782 5935, Password: 785089).

YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Sunday Morning Galim (10:00-12:00) 
Our Jewish education programme for Reception to Year 6. Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information. 

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON
Jewish History in the British Museum 10:30 - 12:00
This trip is now full.  To register interest for a future trip, please email josh@alyth.org.uk

LEARN WITH US ONLINE
Biblical Hebrew (11:15) 
A programme for those with high level Hebrew reading ability.  Email edwardjgold@hotmail.com if you would like to join this class so that you can be sent the link and materials in advance.

BE WITH US IN PERSON 
Refugee Choir (13:30) 
The Alyth Refugee Choir brings together people who love to sing and to sing together, led by Viv.

BE WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Singing for Pleasure (15:00) 
Join Viv and sing songs from the shows, Israeli folksongs, songs from the 60s and more.  No need to audition, read music or feel intimidated.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 731 393 138, Password: 197916)

YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
Academy of Performing Arts (18:00-20:00) 
A feature of the Alyth calendar for Secondary School aged children for over 20 years. The end of year production takes place over the early May bank holiday weekend. Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information. 

 
MONDAY 23 JANUARY 

BE WITH US IN PERSON
The Alyth Social (14:00) 
Our Monday afternoon social. Join us for an afternoon of entertainment, discussion, lovely homemade tea and great company!  Contact Lynette for more information. Today: Debbie Chazen One Woman Show
Actress, Debbie Chazen, presents a reading of Sarah Sigal’s one woman play “Stills”.
 
BE WITH US IN PERSON
Monday Club (19:00) 
A friendly in-person meeting place for people with learning disabilities.  For more information or to let us know that you will be attending, please email lynette@alyth.org.uk.

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON
The Alyth Chavruta Project (19:00) 
In this series, we will dive into one of the most famous stories of the Babylonian Talmud: that of Rabbi Eliezer and his excommunication by the other rabbis.This series runs on Mondays:  23 January and 6, 13, 20 February. Sessions will be in person and on Zoom, and will be recorded. 
Email acp@alyth.org.uk for more information and to register your interest.

Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 886 5917 6259 Passcode: 138638)
 

TUESDAY 24 JANUARY

YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Year 9 Hadracha (18:00) 
The start of our two year leadership programme for those in Year 9.
Please email ella@alyth.org.uk for more information.

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON
Intensive Hebrew Reading Course (19:00) 
An intensive Hebrew course running for eight weeks, aimed to help beginners learn the Hebrew alphabet and the basic decoding skills needed to read. Taught by Alyth member Jan Roseman.
 
LEARN WITH US IN PERSON
Essentials (20:00) 
Our regular introduction to Judaism class taught by our clergy with Jon Epstein.  New students are always welcome. Please contact Rabbi Elliott (elliott@alyth.org.uk) for more information.
Today's session: Anglo Jewish History

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Hebrew Reading Course (20:00) 
An intensive Hebrew course running for eight weeks, aimed to help beginners learn the Hebrew alphabet and the basic decoding skills needed to read. Taught by Alyth member Jan Roseman.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 812 5752 6877 Passcode: 461382)

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Alyth Choral Society (20:00) 
For Choral Society Members only. Go to www.alythchoralsociety.org for more information.
 

THURSDAY 26 JANUARY  

BE WITH US ONLINE
Mellow Yoga for All Ages (11:00) 
Our special Chair Yoga and Meditation with Maxine, open to all ages wishing to enhance overall mental and physical wellbeing.
Click here to register and pay for the class.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 892 6465 8503, Passcode: 202223).

BE WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Pardes: Come and Meet the Medieval Commentators (13:00) 
So often when we read the Torah, we do so alongside scholars from the past. Over seven weeks, join Rabbi Elliott as we meet these biblical commentators.  
This week: Ibn Ezra
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 123 761 361 Password: 019498)
 
YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Alyth Children's Theatre (17:00-18:15) 
Our drama group for Primary School aged children. The group rehearse all year and then perform the show in June 2023.
Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information. 

BE WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Judaism and the Big Ethical Questions: Inequality (19:30 - 21:30)
Join Rabbi Elliott for this text based learning programme, in which we delve into Judaism and the Big Ethical Questions of our time. The reality is that humans live in a state of inequality, with some having more, others less. But is this how it should be?  Should we be working to create a society in which all have and are treated the same, or is inequality part of the divine plan for the world? Together we will explore how our textual tradition approaches this big ethical question, hearing diverse voices from the bible, rabbinic literature, medieval thinkers and modern sources.Contact elliott@alyth.org.uk for more information. 
Click here for more information (Meeting ID: 833 3746 2170 Passcode: 785089)

HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY 2023: ‘Ordinary People’.
This year's HMD commemorative ceremony will be streamed at 19.00.
To register in advance to watch the ceremony, or to explore this year's theme, visit https://www.hmd.org.uk/ukhmd/. 
On Holocaust Memorial Day, 27 January, join the national moment of commemoration at 4pm as people across the nation light candles and put them safely in their windows.  For more information, click here
Become part of the conversation about Light the darkness online by sharing a photo of your candle on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram. Use the hashtags #HolocaustMemorialDay and #LightTheDarkness.

FRIDAY 27 JANUARY  

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES IN PERSON 
Baby Den 
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a Shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children.

BE WITH US ONLINE
JMM (17:00-18:00)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage. 
Click here to make a donation towards the costs of employing the facilitators.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 977 611 369 Password: 035091).

YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
Ruach 1-4 (17:15)
Our pre Bar/Bat Mitzvah programme delivered by our wonderful team of madrichim. Participants explore their Jewish identity through the lens of community. Participants can come from 16:30 for Drop-In and are expected to stay for the Erev Shabbat Service, finishing at 19:30.
This week's programme will include special activities to recognise that this is Holocaust Memorial Day. 

EREV SHABBAT 27 JANUARY

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30)
We welcome Shabbat as a community, joining together online and in person.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 832 0909 5772 Passcode: 785089). 

On this Holocaust Memorial Day, our D’var Torah will be given by Ruth Wellin who is one of three Alyth members who is a trustee of the Holocaust Memorial Day Trust.  This is the first in a series of Divrei Torah to be given by members of the Alyth community about the way in which they contribute to the wider Jewish world.

SHABBAT MORNING 28 JANUARY  

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE 
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30)
Led by Rabbi Elliott with the Alyth choir.
Including the Bar Mitzvah of Milo Griffiths.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 854 8831 7640 Passcode: 785089).

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE 
Imrei Finu (10:30)
An informal Shabbat morning service with guitar, including the singing of new and familiar melodies. Led by Rabbi Josh and Cantor Tamara.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 844 2838 8280 Passcode: 261134)

Click here for the Shabbat Supplement and the Community News (available from 17:00 on Friday afternoon). The "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel by going to www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS

LETTING US KNOW YOU ARE COMING TO ALYTH EVENTS

Over the next 18 months, during our building project, our use of space at Alyth is very challenging.  The number of available rooms to accommodate our breadth of activities is now significantly reduced. 

We are therefore asking that, for some events in our programme, members and friends please still let us know in advance that you are coming.
You will find links for these events in the weekly email.

Knowing in advance will allow us to allocate appropriate spaces for different activities.  By knowing numbers, and whether people are joinng us in person or online, we can ensure that activities take place in a space that has an appropriate capacity, set up, and technology. 
During the build period, we do not have a lift, so please also let us know if you are coming to an activity and cannot use the stairs by including this information in your registration or by emailing alythadmin@alyth.org.uk.

Click here or phone 020 8457 8794 to be in touch.

Emergency Careline – 020 8457 8798
Please use this number if you need urgent pastoral support, for example in cases of hospitalization or bereavement.  This number will be answered by a member of the Alyth professional team.

SECURITY AT ALYTH

As we enter a new year, we would like to remind all of our members about the importance of taking your role in our volunteer security.  

One of the core values of any community is sharing responsibility for our collective wellbeing and safety.  Like most synagogues, we express this by asking everyone who is able to contribute by standing on security for a short time, just once or twice each year.  It is an unfortunate reality that this is a part of synagogue life, but it is necessary, and is an important contribution that each of us needs to make.

Volunteer security is supervised by our dedicated team of trained Team Leaders.  Our TLs give a huge amount of time and energy to this aspect of our communal life, and they deserve all of our support.  

Please look out for emails from 'rotacentral' and use this to sign up for your shift, making this important contribution to the welfare and safety of our community. 
Thank you

THIS SHABBAT AT ALYTH

FRIDAY 6 JANUARY

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES IN PERSON 
Baby Den (10:30)
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a Shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children.

BE WITH US ONLINE
JMM (17:00-18:00)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage. 
Click here to make a donation towards the costs of employing the facilitators.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 977 611 369 Password: 035091).


EREV SHABBAT 6 JANUARY 

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30)
We welcome Shabbat as a community, joining together online and in person.  Led by Rabbi Hannah, Rabbi Elliott and Cantor Tamara.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 829 6454 5097 Passcode: 785089).


SHABBAT MORNING 7 JANUARY

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Choir Rehearsal (09:15) 
Rehearsing Alyth’s choral repertoire for Shabbat Services.
 
PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30) 
Led by Cantor Tamara and Rabbi Elliott with the Alyth choir. Including the Bat Mitzvah of Yasmin Amitai-Hecht.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 854 2973 1678 Passcode: 785089).

Click here for the Shabbat Supplement and the Community News (available from 17:00 on Friday afternoon). 


SHABBAT AFTERNOON 7 JANUARY

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON 
Sensory Havdalah (16:00) 
Havdalah is one of our most Sensory experiences. We see the flickering candle flame, smell the sweet spices and taste the wine. Join Rabbi Hannah and Ella for this special Sensory Havdalah experience where our youngest members can wave goodbye to Shabbat and prepare to start the week new. Feel free to wear your PJs or onesies!

SUNDAY 8 JANUARY

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Alyth Cycling Community Bike Ride (08:15) 
Bringing riders of all abilities together to enjoy cycling and conversation. For more information contact laurancemendoza@aol.com.

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Sunday Shacharit (09:00-10:15) 
Our lay-led minyan with bagel breakfast, led by Alyth members. 
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 864 4782 5935, Password: 785089).

LEARN WITH US ONLINE
Biblical Hebrew (11:15) 
A programme for those with high level Hebrew reading ability.  Email edwardjgold@hotmail.com if you would like to join this class so that you can be sent the link and materials in advance.

YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
Academy of Performing Arts (18:00-20:00) 
A feature of the Alyth calendar for Secondary School aged children for over 20 years. The end of year production takes place over the early May bank holiday weekend. Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information. 

 
MONDAY 9 JANUARY 

BE WITH US IN PERSON
The Alyth Social (14:00) 
Our Monday afternoon social. Join us for an afternoon of entertainment, discussion, lovely homemade tea and great company!  Contact Lynette for more information.
Today: Concert with Tom Morss and Katie Hainbach
Join professional singers Tom Morss, Katie Hainbach and pianist Laurie Turville as they perform songs from the musicals, opera and more.

YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Mentor Training (17:30) 
Please email ella@alyth.org.uk for more information.
 
BE WITH US ONLINE
Alyth Book Club (18:30) 
This months book "Lovers and Brothers” by Diana Brahams. Click here for information about the book. The date of the next book club is 6 February.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 816 0975 2765, Passcode: 785089)


TUESDAY 10 JANUARY

YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Year 9 Hadracha (18:00) 
The start of our two year leadership programme for those in Year 9.
Please email ella@alyth.org.uk for more information.

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON
Essentials (20:00) 
Our regular introduction to Judaism class taught by our clergy with Jon Epstein.  Essentials is the perfect class for those coming to Judaism for the first time, or looking to consolidate the learning of a lifetime - or anywhere in between. New students are always welcome. Please contact Rabbi Elliott (elliott@alyth.org.uk) for more information.
Today's session: Epoch Changing Moments in Jewish history

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Alyth Choral Society (20:00) 
For Choral Society Members only. Go to www.alythchoralsociety.org for more information.
 

THURSDAY 12 JANUARY  

BE WITH US ONLINE
Mellow Yoga for All Ages (11:00) 
Our special Chair Yoga and Meditation with Maxine, open to all ages wishing to enhance overall mental and physical wellbeing.
Click here to register and pay for the class.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 892 6465 8503, Passcode: 202223).

BE WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Pardes: Come and Meet the Medivial Commentators (13:00) 
So often when we read the Torah, we do so alongside scholars from the past. Over seven weeks, join Rabbi Elliott as we meet these biblical commentators, studying their lives and their contemporary contexts, as well as delving into some of their commentaries and discovering how they can alter our understanding of the biblical text.  Continuing in February.
This week: Rashi
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 123 761 361 Password: 019498)
 
YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Alyth Children's Theatre (17:00-18:15) 
Our drama group for Primary School aged children. The group rehearse all year and then perform the show in June 2023.
Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information. 

FRIDAY 13 JANUARY  

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES IN PERSON 
Baby Den 
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a Shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children.

BE WITH US ONLINE
JMM (17:00-18:00)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage. 
Click here to make a donation towards the costs of employing the facilitators.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 977 611 369 Password: 035091).

YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
Ruach 1-4 (17:15)
Our pre Bar/Bat Mitzvah programme delivered by our wonderful team of madrichim. Participants explore their Jewish identity through the lens of community. Participants can come from 16:30 for Drop-In and are expected to stay for the Erev Shabbat Service, finishing at 19:30.

YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
Ruach 1 New Starters Meeting (17:15)
For all families joining Ruach to explore the programme and the B'nei Mitzvah journey at Alyth. This one off session is for both parents and children.


EREV SHABBAT 13 JANUARY

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30)
We welcome Shabbat as a community, joining together online and in person.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 869 5618 8776 Passcode: 785089). 


SHABBAT MORNING 14 JANUARY  

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE 
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30)
An informal, participatory minyan led by Rabbi Josh and Rabbi Hannah, with guitar. Including the Bar Mitzvah of Harry Bayfield.
This service will include a supervised kids corner so parents can join in the service.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 816 9826 2963 Passcode: 785089).

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON
Torah Breakout (during the Torah Service):
The Burning Bush and The Art of Noticing 
The story of the burning bush is one of the most memorable in the Torah, but our Sages teach us that it contains hidden meanings and deeper lesson for our own lives as well. Join Cantor Tamara for a Torah breakout to dive deeper into this familiar text.

Click here for the Shabbat Supplement and the Community News (available from 17:00 on Friday afternoon). The "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel by going to www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS

Click here or phone 020 8457 8794 to be in touch.

Emergency Careline – 020 8457 8798
Please use this number if you need urgent pastoral support, for example in cases of hospitalization or bereavement.  This number will be answered by a member of the Alyth professional team.

CHANUKAH AT ALYTH
 
We wish all of our members and friends, 'Chanukah Sameach'. 

Chanukah for families
Sunday 18 December
A day of activities for our younger members for Chanukah: 
11:00 – 12:00  Chanukah Sensory Den
12:00 – 12:30  Latke Lunch for all the family
12:30 – 12:45  Candle lighting
12:45 – 14:00  Chanukah party for Primary School aged children
To make sure that we cater sufficiently and do not waste food, please help us by letting us know you are coming for the lunch.  To do so, please click here

Refugee Drop In Choir Concert  
Sunday 18 December (14:30)
Join Viv, the Refugee Choir and our Singing for Pleasure group for a concert, followed by tea and Chanukiah lighting.
 
Chanukah Film Club
Monday 19 December (19:00)
The Alyth Film Club returns with a special Chanukah screening of Israeli award-winning ‘Broken Wings’ (2003). Followed by a discussion. The screening will be preceded by candle lighting, and tea, coffee, and donuts will be provided.
 
Chanukah Heritage Sharing
Tuesday 20 December (19:30)
Members of our community will share Chanukah recipes, passing culinary traditions from generation to generation.  Dinner, donuts and mulled wine will be provided. We especially invite young adults in our community to come to learn from generations that have come before them.
 
Chanukah in the home
Thursday 22 December (17:00)
An early evening Chanukiah lighting taking place in Muswell Hill, and Barnet.  Please contact hannah@alyth.org.uk for the address of the lightings.
 
Chanukah with Jewish Mindfulness Meditation
Friday 23 December (17:00)
Drawing on Jewish sources of inspiration, drop into a state of calm presence and connect to your inner Chanukah light!

Shabbat Chanukah 
Friday 23 December (18:30)
Our Erev Shabbat service includes the lighting of the chanukiah together, and donuts to accompany kiddush at the end of the service.
Saturday 24 December (10:30)
Our Shabbat morning service includes Hallel as we celebrate Chanukah together.

THIS SHABBAT AT ALYTH

FRIDAY 16 DECEMBER    

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES IN PERSON 
Baby Den 
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a Shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children.

BE WITH US ONLINE
JMM (17:00-18:00)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage. 
Click here to make a donation towards the costs of employing the facilitators.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 977 611 369 Password: 035091).


EREV SHABBAT 16 DECEMBER 

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30)
We welcome Shabbat as a community, joining together online and in person.  Led by Rabbi Josh, Rabbi Hannah and we welcome back Rabbi Elliott.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 868 4366 5429 Passcode: 785089). 


SHABBAT MORNING 17 DECEMBER  

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE 
Shabbat Shiur (09:15)
A special pre-service shiur, taught by Rabbi Colin to mark the earliest Havdalah of the year.  What does Havdalah have to do with our messianic yearnings?
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 240 937 705 Password: 602287)

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE 
Big Bang Style Service (10:30)
Led by Rabbi Hannah. Including the Bar Mitzvah of Oscar Lyons.
Taking place in the Beit Tefillah.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 870 9038 5793 Passcode: 785089).

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE 
Choral Service (10:30)
Led by Rabbi Josh and Rabbi Colin with the Alyth choir.  Taking place in the new upstairs Prayer Space.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 836 4477 9181 Passcode: 977361).


SHABBAT AFTERNOON 17 DECEMBER

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE 
Shabbat Mincha Service (15:00)
Led by Rabbi Elliott, including the Bar Mitzvah of Ariel Zimerman. 
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 822 7315 7746 Passcode: 785089)

Click here for the Shabbat Supplement and the Community News (available from 17:00 on Friday afternoon). The "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel by going to www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS

SUNDAY 18 DECEMBER  

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON
Sunday Shacharit (09:00-10:15) 
Our lay-led minyan with bagel breakfast, led by Alyth members. 
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 864 4782 5935, Password: 785089).

CHANUKAH AT ALYTH
Chanukah for families
Sunday 18 December (11:00-14:00)
A day of activities for our younger members for Chanukah.  See the Chanukah box for more information.

CHANUKAH AT ALYTH
ACT WITH US IN PERSON
Refugee Drop In Choir Concert (14:30) 
Join Viv, the Refugee Choir and our Singing for Pleasure group for a concert, followed by tea and Chanukiah lighting.


MONDAY 19 DECEMBER

BE WITH US IN PERSON
The Alyth Social (14:00) 
Join us for a special afternoon of fun entertainment and Chanukah delights – with a few surprises thrown in!! Everyone is welcome – please let Lynette know you are coming for catering purposes at alythadmin@alyth.org.uk or 020 8457 8794.

CHANUKAH AT ALYTH
Chanukah Film Club
Monday 19 December (19:00)
The Alyth Film Club returns with a special Chanukah screening. See the Chanukah box for more information.


TUESDAY 20 DECEMBER

CHANUKAH AT ALYTH
Chanukah Heritage Sharing
Tuesday 20 December (19:30)
Members of our community will share Chanukah recipes, passing culinary traditions from generation to generation. See the Chanukah box for more information. 


THURSDAY 22 DECEMBER  

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Mellow Yoga for All Ages (11:00) 
Our special Chair Yoga and Meditation with Maxine, open to all ages wishing to enhance overall mental and physical wellbeing.
Click here to register and pay for the class.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 892 6465 8503, Passcode: 202223).

CHANUKAH WITH ALYTH
Chanukah in the home
Thursday 22 December (17:00)
An early evening Chanukiah lighting taking place in Muswell Hill and Barnet. See the Chanukah box for more information.

FRIDAY 23 DECEMBER

CHANUKAH AT ALYTH
JMM CHANUKAH (17:00-18:00)
See the Chanukah box for more details. Click here to make a donation towards the costs of employing the facilitators.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 977 611 369 Password: 035091).


EREV SHABBAT 23 DECEMBER 

CHANUKAH AT ALYTH
PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30)
We welcome Shabbat Chanukah as a community, joining together online and in person. Led by Cantor Tamara and Student Rabbi Nicola Feuchtwang, including lighting the chanukiah together. 
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 360 360 6763, Passcode: 785089).


SHABBAT MORNING 24 DECEMBER

CHANUKAH AT ALYTH
PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30) 
Led by Cantor Tamara and Student Rabbi Nicola Feuchtwang, including Hallel for Chanukah.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 813 5997 9866, Passcode: 785089).

Click here for the Shabbat Supplement and the Community News (available from 17:00 on Friday afternoon). 

Click here or phone 020 8457 8794 to be in touch.

Emergency Careline – 020 8457 8798
Please use this number if you need urgent pastoral support, for example in cases of hospitalization or bereavement.  This number will be answered by a member of the Alyth professional team.

Around Alyth in December

Join us for another rich month of services, learning and gathering at Alyth.
Please click here to see our full events sheet for the month ahead. 
See our weekly Thursday email or go to click here for more details of our programmes.

Weekend Away 2022

We are delighted that 200 members and friends are participating in the fifth Alyth Weekend Away. We wish all those attending 48 hours of joyful prayer and learning, song and friendship.  
Those coming on the weekend can click here for the information sheet including directions and what you need to bring.
To see the Weekend Away programme, click here.

Alyth Build with Us - UPDATE

We are building!
The best way to keep updated on the works as they progress over the coming 18 months will be to follow the special 'Alyth Build with Us' Instagram account which will be updated with pictures.  You can follow us here

Over the next month we will also be relaunching our Build with Us fundraising programme.  If you are able to help make the new Alyth building possible, please contact us by emailing Rabbi Josh at josh@alyth.org.uk, or email buildwithus@alyth.org.uk.

THIS SHABBAT AT ALYTH

FRIDAY 2 DECEMBER    

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES IN PERSON 
Baby Den 
There is no Baby Den today as it is The Weekend Away.
Baby Den returns on Friday 9 December.
 
YOUTH AND EDUCATION IN PERSON
Ruach 1-4 
There is no Ruach tonight as it is The Weekend Away.
Ruach returns on Friday 9 December with the last session of term. 

BE WITH US IN PERSON
The Alyth Weekend Away
(Friday 2 - Sunday 4 December, starting at 17:00)

BE WITH US ONLINE
JMM (17:30-18:15)
Please note the revised time for this week as part of The Weekend Away
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage. 
Click here to make a donation towards the costs of employing the facilitators.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 977 611 369 Password: 035091).


EREV SHABBAT 2 DECEMBER 

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30)
We welcome Shabbat as a community, joining together online and in person.  Led by Cantor Tamara and Student Rabbi Nicola.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 891 3696 4046 Passcode: 785089). 


SHABBAT MORNING 3 DECEMBER  

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE 
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30)
Led by Rabbi Josh including the Bar Mitzvah of Tobey Samuel.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 893 9299 9607 Passcode: 785089).
 
Click here for the Shabbat Supplement and the Community News (available from 17:00 on Friday afternoon). The "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel by going to www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS

SUNDAY 4 DECEMBER  

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON
Sunday Shacharit (09:00-10:15) 
Our lay-led minyan with bagel breakfast, led by Alyth members. 
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 864 4782 5935, Password: 785089).

YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
SMG 
There is no SMG today as it is The Weekend Away.
SMG returns on Sunday 11 December with the last session of term. 

LEARN WITH US ONLINE
Biblical Hebrew 
There is no Biblical Hebrew today. 
Biblical Hebrew resumes on Sunday 11 December. 
 
YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
Academy (18:00)
Academy has been a feature of the Alyth calendar for Secondary School aged children for over 20 years. The end of year production takes place over the early May bank holiday weekend. Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information. 
  

MONDAY 5 DECEMBER

BE WITH US IN PERSON
The Alyth Social (14:00) 
Join us for an afternoon of entertainment, discussion, lovely homemade tea and great company!  Contact Lynette for more information.
Today: Roy Blass  -  popular musical entertainment, come and sing along!

BE WITH US ONLINE 
Book Club (18:30) 
This months book “All for Nothing” by Walter Kempowski.  Click here for information about the book. The date of the next book club is 9 January where the book will be “Lovers and Brothers” by Diana Brahams. Click here for information about the book.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 816 0975 2765, Passcode: 785089).

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Monday Club (19:00) 
A friendly in-person meeting place for people with learning disabilities.  For more information or to let us know that you will be attending, please email lynette@alyth.org.uk.
 

TUESDAY 6 DECEMBER

YOUTH AND EDUCATION IN PERSON
Hadracha (18:00) 
Our year 10 leadership programme. Contact ella@alyth.org.uk for more information. 

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON
Intensive Hebrew (19:00) 
An intensive Hebrew course running for eight weeks, aimed to help beginners learn the Hebrew alphabet and the basic decoding skills needed to read. Taught by Alyth member Jan Roseman.

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE 
Hebrew Reading Programme (20:00) 
A short course, running for eight weeks, aimed to help those already proficient in Hebrew reading to continue to develop their skills. Taught by Alyth member Jan Roseman.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 812 5752 6877 Passcode: 461382)

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON
Essentials (20:00) 
Our regular introduction to Judaism class taught by our clergy with Jon Epstein.
This week: Aggadah - how the Rabbis told stories; and what happened after the Talmud?
Please contact Rabbi Hannah (hannah@alyth.org.uk) for more information about this programme. New students are always welcome.

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Alyth Choral Society (20:00) 
For Choral Society Members only. Go to www.alythchoralsociety.org for more information.


THURSDAY 8 DECEMBER  

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Mellow Yoga for All Ages (11:00) 
Our special Chair Yoga and Meditation with Maxine, open to all ages wishing to enhance overall mental and physical wellbeing.
Click here to register and pay for the class.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 892 6465 8503, Passcode: 202223).

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Pardes - Journey to Chanukah 
How has Chanukah has been depicted in art? With Rabbi Colin. 
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 123 761 361 Password: 019498).
Pardes returns in January

YOUTH AND EDUCATION IN PERSON
Alyth Children's Theatre (17:00) 
Our drama group for Primary School aged children. The group rehearse all year and then perform the show in June 2023. Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information. 
This is the last session of term. We resume on Thursday 12 January.

FRIDAY 9 DECEMBER

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Baby Den (10:30)
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a Shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children.

BE WITH US ONLINE
JMM (17:00-18:00)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage. Click here to make a donation towards the costs of employing the facilitators.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 977 611 369 Password: 035091).

YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
Ruach 1-4 (17:15)
Our Friday night Bar and Bat Mitzvah programme.
Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information. 
This is the last Ruach of term. We resume on Friday 13 January. 


EREV SHABBAT 9 DECEMBER 

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30)
We welcome Shabbat as a community, joining together online and in person. 
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 844 5849 7274 Passcode: 785089).


SHABBAT MORNING 10 DECEMBER

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON 
Kollot in the Beit Tefillah (10:30) 
Our informal, unaccompanied, participatory minyan led by Alyth clergy and members. This week taking place in the Beit Tefillah.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 891 0903 8009 Passcode: 785089).

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON 
Gesher Service (11:00)
Our musical 'Gesher' service provides a bridge between our young family services and the next stage in Alyth families’ prayer life.  See ‘Pray with us for Families’ for more information.

Click here for the Shabbat Supplement and the Community News (available from 17:00 on Friday afternoon). 

SUNDAY 11 DECEMBER

ACS Concert: Dido & Aeneas (19:30)

The Alyth Choral Society perform Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas.
Tickets cost £20 and can be purchased from www.alythchoralsociety.org

Click here or phone 020 8457 8794 to be in touch.

Emergency Careline – 020 8457 8798
Please use this number if you need urgent pastoral support, for example in cases of hospitalization or bereavement.  This number will be answered by a member of the Alyth professional team.

MITZVAH DAY 2022
FOOD DRIVE - THIS WEEKEND 

As part of our Mitzvah Day activities for this year, we will be collecting food for a local Food Bank.  Please bring the following non perishable food items, placing them in the collection basket at the front of the Alyth building. 

• Rice
• Pasta
• Dried Lentils
• Tinned Meats
• Tinned Tuna
• Cereal and breakfast food
• UHT Milk

For more information, contact sam@alyth.org.uk.

FRIDAY 18 NOVEMBER   

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Baby Den (10:30)
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a Shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children.
 
BE WITH US ONLINE
JMM (17:00-18:00)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage. Click here to make a donation towards the costs of employing the facilitators.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 977 611 369 Password: 035091).

YOUTH AND EDUCATION IN PERSON
Ruach 1-4 (17:15)
Our Friday night Bar and Bat Mitzvah programme.
Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information. 


EREV SHABBAT 18 NOVEMBER

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30)
We welcome Shabbat as a community, joining together online and in person. Led by Rabbi Josh and Cantor Tamara. 
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 896 5406 7132 Passcode: 785089). 


SHABBAT MORNING 19 NOVEMBER  
 
BE WITH US IN PERSON 
Choir Rehearsal (09:15) 
Rehearsing Alyth’s choral repertoire for Shabbat Services 

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE 
Composer in Residence: Stephen Glass
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30)
Alyth is rightly proud of our choral tradition, brought to our Shabbat morning service by our dedicated volunteer choir. On this Shabbat morning, we will celebrate this music and repertoire, together with Stephen Glass and the Alyth Synagogue Choir.  This morning will include a new arrangement, being sung at Alyth for the first time.
Our Composer in Residence programme continues with a special session on Sunday afternoon. Click here for more details.  
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 860 9309 9986 Passcode: 785089).
 
Click here for the Shabbat Supplement and the Community News (available from 17:00 on Friday afternoon). The "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel by going to www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS


SHABBAT AFTERNOON 19 NOVEMBER  

PRAY WITH US FOR FAMILIES IN PERSON 
Shabbat b’Yachad Lunch (12:30)
As part of the Alyth Friendship Project we are pleased to welcome you for a Shabbat lunch after the service.  Join us following the morning Service for a delicious lunch and good company.

SUNDAY 20 NOVEMBER  

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Alyth Cycling Community (08:15-12:30) 
The Alyth Cycling Community welcomes you for a Special Remembrance Sunday ride. Meet at West Hampsted fire station at 08:15am. Contact laurancemendoza@aol.com for more information.

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON
Sunday Shacharit (09:00-10:15) 
Our lay-led minyan with bagel breakfast, led by Alyth members. 
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 864 4782 5935, Password: 785089).

YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
SMG: MITZVAH DAY (10:00-12:00)
Our experiential Jewish education programme for Reception to Year 6 taking part in Mitzvah Day 2022. If you would like to join the year 4&5 litter pick, please meet at Alyth at 10:30am. We will be picking up litter on the Heath and returning to Alyth at 11:45am. 
Contact ella@alyth.org.uk for more information. 

LEARN WITH US ONLINE
Biblical Hebrew (11:15) 
A programme for those with high level Hebrew reading ability.  Email edwardjgold@hotmail.com if you would like to join this class so that you can be sent the link and materials in advance.

BE WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE 
Composer in Residence: Stephen Glass (14:30)
As Alyth approaches its 90th anniversary, a masterclass-in-concert showcasing the diversity of musical traditions that has defined our communal prayer life over the last 90 years and will do so into the future.  Come prepared to join your voice with ours. Afternoon tea will be served.  Please click here to let us know that you will be coming.

Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 898 6925 1770 Passcode: 785089)
 
YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
Academy (18:00)
Academy has been a feature of the Alyth calendar for Secondary School aged children for over 20 years. The end of year production takes place over the early May bank holiday weekend. Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information. 
  

MONDAY 21 NOVEMBER 

BE WITH US IN PERSON
The Alyth Social (14:00) 
Join us for an afternoon of entertainment, discussion, lovely homemade tea and great company!  Contact Lynette for more information.
Today: Mo Suet & Karen Wong Piano & Flute Duo
Once again, we are delighted to welcome music students from The Guildhall School of Music.
Come and test your knowledge on questions about stage, screen, art and music.
 
BE WITH US IN PERSON
Monday Club (19:00) 
A friendly in-person meeting place for people with learning disabilities.  For more information or to let us know that you will be attending, please email lynette@alyth.org.uk.
 

TUESDAY 22 NOVEMBER 

YOUTH AND EDUCATION IN PERSON
Hadracha (18:00) 
Our year 10 leadership programme. Contact ella@alyth.org.uk for more information. 

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON
Intensive Hebrew (19:00) 
An intensive Hebrew course running for eight weeks, aimed to help beginners learn the Hebrew alphabet and the basic decoding skills needed to read. Taught by Alyth member Jan Roseman.

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE 
Hebrew Reading Programme (20:00) 
A short course, running for eight weeks, aimed to help those already proficient in Hebrew reading to continue to develop their skills. Taught by Alyth member Jan Roseman.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 812 5752 6877 Passcode: 461382)

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON
Essentials (20:00) 
Our regular introduction to Judaism class taught by our clergy with Jon Epstein.
This week: The Formation of Judaism: Rabbinic Literature - Halachah.
Please contact Rabbi Hannah (hannah@alyth.org.uk) for more information about this programme. New students are always welcome.

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Alyth Choral Society (20:00) 
For Choral Society Members only. Go to www.alythchoralsociety.org for more information.


THURSDAY 24 NOVEMBER 

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Mellow Yoga for All Ages (11:00) 
Our special Chair Yoga and Meditation with Maxine, open to all ages wishing to enhance overall mental and physical wellbeing.
Click here to register and pay for the class.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 892 6465 8503, Passcode: 202223).

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Pardes - Journey to Chanukah (13:00)
A special fortnightly series with Rabbi Colin to prepare us for Chanukah.
A deferred Sukkot? What can Chanukah possibly have to do with Sukkot?

Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 123 761 361 Password: 019498).
 
YOUTH AND EDUCATION IN PERSON
Alyth Children's Theatre (17:00) 
Our drama group for Primary School aged children. The group rehearse all year and then perform the show in June 2023. Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information. 

BE WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE 
Alyth Interfaith
Issues that divide us and how we find common ground (19:30- 21:00)
One of the highlights of the Alyth calendar is our annual Iftar - the opportunity to study with  members of other faith traditions, to grapple with our differences, and to speak and eat together.  This doesn’t only need to happen once a year!
Our new interfaith programme will run throughout the year, with Alyth clergy teaching alongside other faith leaders and speakers to get to the root of difficult and divisive issues and to find the common ground in them.  Session themes will include: Land, Salvation/Mission, Gender, Sexuality, Start and End of Life.  Each session will be followed by the opportunity to eat and speak together.
As at our annual Iftar, we are delighted to welcome guests from across different faith traditions as well as Alyth members.  For more information, contact Rabbi Hannah at hannah@alyth.org.uk
This series has been made possible by a generous donation from Alyth members.
As food will be provided, please let us know that you will be coming by clicking here.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 827 9242 7453 Passcode: 785089)

FRIDAY 25 NOVEMBER 

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Baby Den (10:30)
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a Shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children.

BE WITH US ONLINE
JMM (17:00-18:00)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage. Click here to make a donation towards the costs of employing the facilitators.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 977 611 369 Password: 035091).

YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
Ruach 1-4 (17:15)
Our Friday night Bar and Bat Mitzvah programme.
Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information. 


EREV SHABBAT 25 NOVEMBER 

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30)
We welcome Shabbat as a community, joining together online and in person. 
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 890 7915 3364 Passcode: 785089).


SHABBAT MORNING 26 NOVEMBER

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON 
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30) 
A joyful Shabbat morning service in the Beit Tefillah, accompanied by guitar.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 826 4239 4591 Passcode: 785089).

Click here for the Shabbat Supplement and the Community News (available from 17:00 on Friday afternoon). The "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel by going to www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS


SHABBAT AFTERNOON 26 NOVEMBER

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE 
Mincha B’not Mitzvah Service (16:00) 
Led by Rabbi Hannah including the B'not Mitzvah of Sara and Anna Perry.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 861 9131 0350 Passcode: 785089).

Click here or phone 020 8457 8794 to be in touch.

Emergency Careline – 020 8457 8798
Please use this number if you need urgent pastoral support, for example in cases of hospitalization or bereavement.  This number will be answered by a member of the Alyth professional team.

LAST CHANCE TO BOOK:

The Long Awaited Fifth Alyth Weekend Away 2022
Friday 2 to Sunday 4 December

Taking place at the beautiful High Leigh Conference Centre in Hoddesdon, about an hour from Alyth by car.  We have exclusive use of the site, with a full programme for adults and children, with a diverse range of activities, and plenty of time just to be together (or to watch the World Cup with new friends).  
The Weekend Away is the best opportunity to meet new Alyth friends; to feel ownership of your synagogue, your community and your Judaism; to learn, laugh and play together; to get to know other Alyth members, the staff team and clergy.  

STOP PRESS:
We are delighted that joining us on the Weekend Away will be Rabbi Professor Lawrence Hoffman, who will be with us on the Saturday evening and Sunday morning.  Larry Hoffman is one of the world’s leading thinkers and teachers about Jewish prayer and communal life.  He is the Professor Emeritus of Liturgy, Worship and Ritual at Hebrew Union College in New York, and author of books including Rethinking Synagogues: A New Vocabulary for Congregational Life; The Art of Public Prayer: Not for Clergy Only; and the My People’s Prayer Book series.
 
We recognise that household budgets may be stretched this winter.  Please do not allow finances to be a reason not to attend the Weekend Away!  If you are unable to be with us for the whole weekend, then you can come for part of the weekend.  

Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information or to book your place
or visit www.alyth.org.uk/weekendaway2022.  

FRIDAY 11 NOVEMBER 

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Baby Den (10:30)
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a Shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children.

YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
Ruach 1-4 (17:15)
Our Friday night Bar and Bat Mitzvah programme.
Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information. 
 
BE WITH US ONLINE
JMM (17:00-18:00)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage. Click here to make a donation towards the costs of employing the facilitators.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 977 611 369 Password: 035091).


EREV SHABBAT 11 NOVEMBER 

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30)
We welcome Shabbat as a community, joining together online and in person. 
Led by Rabbi Josh and Rabbi Hannah. 
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 835 1494 3507 Passcode: 785089). 


SHABBAT MORNING 12 NOVEMBER
 
BE WITH US IN PERSON 
Choir Rehearsal (09:15) 
Rehearsing Alyth’s choral repertoire for Shabbat Services.

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON 
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30) 
Led by Rabbi Hannah, Student Rabbi Nicola Feuchtwang and the Alyth choir.
Including the Bat Mitzvah of Isabelle Kendall.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 891 1639 0384 Passcode: 785089).

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE 
Kollot (10:30) 
Our informal, unaccompanied, participatory minyan led by Alyth clergy and members. 
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 822 0458 5951 Passcode: 303535).

Click here for the Shabbat Supplement and the Community News (available from 17:00 on Friday afternoon). The "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel by going to www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS

SUNDAY 13 NOVEMBER  

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Alyth Cycling Community (08:15-12:30) 
The Alyth Cycling Community welcomes you for a Special Remembrance Sunday ride. Meet at West Hampsted fire station at 08:15am. Contact laurancemendoza@aol.com for more information.

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON
Sunday Shacharit (09:00-10:15) 
Our lay-led minyan with bagel breakfast, led by Alyth members. 
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 864 4782 5935, Password: 785089).

YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
SMG (10:00-12:00)
Our experiential Jewish education programme for Reception to Year 6. 
Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information. 

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON
Biblical Hebrew (11:00) 
A programme for those with high level Hebrew reading ability.  Email edwardjgold@hotmail.com if you would like to join this class so that you can be sent the link and materials in advance.

YOUTH AND EDUCATION 
Academy (18:00)
Academy has been a feature of the Alyth calendar for Secondary School aged children for over 20 years. The end of year production takes place over the early May bank holiday weekend. Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information. 
 

MONDAY 14 NOVEMBER 

BE WITH US IN PERSON
The Alyth Social (14:00) 
Join us for an afternoon of entertainment, discussion, lovely homemade tea and great company!  Contact Lynette for more information.
Today: Genral Knowledge Quiz: The Arts 
Come and test your knowledge on questions about stage, screen, art and music.
 
BE WITH US IN PERSON
Monday Club (19:00) 
A friendly in-person meeting place for people with learning disabilities.  For more information or to let us know that you will be attending, please email lynette@alyth.org.uk.
 

TUESDAY 15 NOVEMBER 

YOUTH AND EDUCATION IN PERSON
Hadracha (18:00) 
Our year 10 leadership programme. Contact ella@alyth.org.uk for more information. 

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON
Intensive Hebrew (19:00) 
An intensive Hebrew course running for eight weeks, aimed to help beginners learn the Hebrew alphabet and the basic decoding skills needed to read. Taught by Alyth member Jan Roseman.

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON
Hebrew Reading Programme (20:00) 
A short course, running for eight weeks, aimed to help those already proficient in Hebrew reading to continue to develop their skills. Taught by Alyth member Jan Roseman.

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON
Essentials (20:00) 
Our regular introduction to Judaism class taught by our clergy with Jon Epstein.
This week: Foundations 3: Different genres in biblical texts and how they are used.
Please contact Rabbi Hannah (hannah@alyth.org.uk) for more information about this programme. New students are always welcome.

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Alyth Choral Society (20:00) 
For Choral Society Members only. Go to www.alythchoralsociety.org for more information.


THURSDAY 17 NOVEMBER 

BE WITH US IN PERSON
Mellow Yoga for All Ages (11:00) 
Our special Chair Yoga and Meditation with Maxine, open to all ages wishing to enhance overall mental and physical wellbeing.
Click here to register and pay for the class.
Click here to join online (Meeting ID: 892 6465 8503, Passcode: 202223).

LEARN WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE
Pardes - Journey to Chanukah 
There is no Pardes today. The next session is on Thursday 24 November. 

YOUTH AND EDUCATION IN PERSON
ThursWAY: Mitzvah Day Special (16:00)
Join us for a special Mitzvah Day ThursWAY, starting our journey to Mitzvah Day together by taking part in Mitzvot for our community and loved ones. Contact ella@alyth.org.uk for more information.
 
YOUTH AND EDUCATION IN PERSON
Alyth Children's Theatre (17:00) 
Our drama group for Primary School aged children. The group rehearse all year and then perform the show in June 2023. Contact sam@alyth.org.uk for more information. 

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Composer in Residence: Stephen Glass (19:30- 21:00)
As part of our new series on Jewish music, join us for a very special presentation and discussion exploring the history, diversity, and importance of Jewish liturgical music.  Stephen Glass will teach us as we explore our rich musical inheritance.   The evening will include recordings, demonstrations at the piano and some sung pieces. 
Refreshments will be served.  Please click here to let us know that you will be coming.
Our Composer in Residence programme continues in our Shabbat morning service and with a special session on Sunday afternoon. 
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