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As we enter what we fear will be a difficult winter, we are committed to continuing to provide as full an Alyth programme as possible, to be a source of stability in uncertain times.  

Click here to see the regular Alyth programming for November so you can plan the month ahead.  This includes our services, study sessions, discussion groups, and our re-imagined Youth and Education programmes. 

For more details of programmes, including zoom links, and special events, see our weekly Thursday email.

FRIDAY 30 OCTOBER

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Baby Den (10:30-11:00)
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat, this week with Cantor Tamara. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children.
Click here to join on Zoom (Meeting ID: 142 813 452 Password: 346202).

PRAY WITH US
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30-19:30)
Join Rabbi Josh and Rabbi Elliott as they lead the Erev Shabbat service from the Beit Tefillah.  Please remember that this service is online only.
We invite you to have Shabbat candles and Kiddush ready in advance of the service so that we can join together in these moments from our homes.
Please click here to download the Shabbat Supplement for Friday night and the Community News with Yahrzeit list (these will be available from 17:00 Friday afternoon). Please click here to view the Reform Judaism siddur online.

Click here to join (Meeting ID: 811 0991 0552, Passcode: 785089).
If you do not wish to use Zoom, then the "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel. This can be accessed by going to www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS.


SATURDAY 31 OCTOBER

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON
Shabbat morning early Shacharit (09:00)
An early start in-person service in the Youth Hall. This service, with Rabbi Josh is one of a series of pilot indoor activities as we explore what it is like to reopen parts of the synagogue building. 
A few notes about the protective measures for this service:
Windows on both sides of the Youth Hall will be open throughout the service, so appropriate clothing should be worn. 
Masks must be worn in Places of Worship at all times by anyone over the age of 12 who is not exempt.  
No congregational singing is permitted. 
The officiating clergy will be leading/singing facing away from the community or from behind screens.
Click here to sign up.

BE WITH US
JMM on Saturday (9:15-10:15)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage, especially in these challenging times.
Click here to join on Zoom (Meeting ID: 844 520 435, Password: 753749).

PRAY WITH US
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30)
Rabbi Elliott and Katie Hainbach are running the Shabbat morning service from the Beit Tefillah. Please remember that this service is online only.
Please click here to download the Torah sheet and the Community News with Yahrzeit list (these will be available from 17:00 Friday afternoon). Please click here to view the Reform Judaism siddur online.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 889 6993 7507, Passcode: 785089).

PRAY WITH US
Wellbeing Service (10:30)
Join Lynette Sunderland and Justin Wise as we take time for ourselves to relax and breathe. During our Shabbat morning service, we will explore our mental and physical wellbeing through tuneful prayer.
Click here for the special booklet for this service (this will be availbale from 17:00 Friday afternoon)
Click here to join by Zoom (Meeting ID: 824 3676 4053, Passcode: 138638).

SUNDAY 1 NOVEMBER

PRAY WITH US
Sunday Shacharit (9:00-10:00)
Our lay-led minyan with bagel breakfast (please provide your own bagels…) Led by our lay members from their homes.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 864 4782 5935, Password: 785089).

LEARN WITH US
Biblical Hebrew (11:00-12:00)
A programme for those with high level hebrew reading ability. Please email Edward Gold at edwardjgold@hotmail.com if you would like to join this class so that you can be sent the link and materials in advance.

MONDAY 2 NOVEMBER

PRAY WITH US IN-PERSON
Shacharit in the Sukkah (9:00)
A small in-person Shacharit Service in the synagogue sukkah with Rabbi Elliott.
Click here to sign up.

BE WITH US
Craft, Chat and Cuppa! (15:00-16:00)
This ‘club’ is for anyone who would like to try any sort of hand craft. Join Brenda Freedman for anything from everyday sewing, tapestry, quilt making, knitting, and anything else you can think of!
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 588 095 846, Password: 468060).

BE WITH US
Alyth Book Club (18:30-19:30)
This month's book is Pumpkinflowers: A Soldier's Story of Forgotten War by Matti Friedman. Join Rabbi Colin and Katie for our monthly Book Club discussion.
Click here for more information about the book (external link).
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 816 0975 2765, Passcode: 785089).


TUESDAY 3 NOVEMBER

IN-PERSON
YOUTH & EDUCATION
Year 10 Hadracha (17:30-18:30)
Our leadership training course covering teamwork, programme development, leading songs/games, role modelling, public speaking and much more.

LEARN WITH US
Hebrew Reading from Scratch (19:00-20:00)
Taught by Alyth member Jan Roseman, who has been one of the UK’s leading Synagogue-based Jewish educators for the last few decades. Take an hour a week in term time to learn to read Hebrew from scratch.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 909 882 685, Password: 686711).

LEARN WITH US
E-ssentials (20:00-21:00)
Our regular introduction to Judaism class taught by our clergy with Jon Epstein. Our short course on Jewish texts continues with four sessions taught by Rabbi Josh. This week: Different genres in biblical texts and how they are used.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 668 234 069 Password: 419681).

BE WITH US
Alyth Choral Society (20:00-22:00)
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 976 4873 3959 Password: 113568).
For Choral Society Members only.


WEDNESDAY 4 NOVEMBER

BE WITH US
News, Views & Schmooze (11:00-12:00)
Join us for an hour of schmooze to discuss what is going on in the world around us. Led by volunteers from the Soup and Schmooze group.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 810 6650 1155, Password: 847786).

PRAY WITH US
Wednesday Ma’ariv (20:00-20:45)
Join us for a mid-week evening service led by Alyth members.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 566 852 225, Password: 763158).


THURSDAY 5 NOVEMBER

PRAY WITH US IN-PERSON
Shacharit in the Sukkah (9:00)
A small in-person Shacharit Service in the synagogue sukkah with Cantor Tamara.
Click here to sign up.

BE WITH US
Mellow Chair Yoga (11:00-12:00)
Our special Chair Yoga and Meditation with Maxine, open to all ages wishing to enhance overall mental and physical wellbeing! Less active participants can do all the movements sitting in a chair. Please click here to sign up and to pay online.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 616 879 143, Password: 797658).

LEARN WITH US 
Pardes Short Course: The Apikoros (13:00-14:00)
Is Judaism a community of belief? What would it mean to be a Jewish heretic? How did the authors of the Talmud feel about questioning the words of Torah or the edicts of the Rabbis? Join Rabbi Elliott for a 4-week series in which we will delve into these questions through a study of the heretical figure of the Apikoros. We are told that the Apikoros is not worthy of a place in the world to come, but who were they and why did the rabbis of the Talmud find them so threatening to their religious community?
This week: The Mishnah (m. Sanh 10:1, m.Avot 2:14) with commentaries.
Click here for the source sheets being used in the session (available from Thursday morning)
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 123 761 361, Password: 019498).

IN-PERSON
YOUTH & EDUCATION
FOR RUACH GROUPS 1 & 2 ONLY (17:00-18:00)
Our Bar/Bat Mitzvah programme that asks the question, "What does it mean to become a Jewish adult?" Through an exploration of Torah, Prayer & Acts of Kindness, our B’nei Mitzvah can debate, explore, and create together as they grapple with their personal Jewish identity.

FRIDAY 6 NOVEMBER

IN-PERSON
FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Baby Den (10:30-11:00)
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat with Cantor Tamara. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children. The service is indoors and will be subject to strict distancing and protective measures to protect staff and members.
Click here to book.

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Pre-Shabbat Story Time (16:30-17:00)
Those pre-school in age are invited to join Cantor Tamara for a pre shabbat story to help bring in shabbat. 
Click here to join on Zoom (Meeting ID: 423 529 768 Password: 785089).

IN-PERSON
YOUTH & EDUCATION
FOR RUACH 4 ONLY (17:00-18:00)
The final stage of the Alyth Bar/Bat Mitzvah journey introduces the mentoring programme. Young members who have experienced their Bar or Bat Mitzvah ceremony return as volunteers to support those in their final term before their ceremony.  Our aim is that everyone can build confidence to write and share their Bar/Bat Mitzvah prayer, a unique articulation of their Jewish journey.

BE WITH US
JMM on Friday (17:15-18:15)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage, especially in these challenging times.
Click here to join on Zoom (Meeting ID: 977 611 369 Password: 035091).

PRAY WITH US
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30-19:30)
Join Cantor Tamara and Rabbi Elliott as they lead the Erev Shabbat service from the Beit Tefillah.  Please remember that this service is online only.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 892 1467 6279, Passcode: 785089).


SATURDAY 7 NOVEMBER

LEARN WITH US
Shabbat Shiur (9:15-10:15)
Our fortnightly Shabbat morning shiur, currently taught online.  With Rabbi Elliott.
Click here to join by Zoom (Meeting ID: 240 937 705 Password: 602287).

PRAY WITH US
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30)
Cantor Tamara and Katie Hainbach are running the Shabbat morning service from the Beit Tefillah. This service includes the Bat Mitzvah of Amelie Rosen. Please remember that this service is online only.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 868 1291 3310, Passcode: 785089).

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON
Shacharit in the Sukkah (10:30)
An in-person service with Rabbi Elliott in the synagogue sukkah (weather allowing…).  This service must be pre-booked.  Click here to sign up.

Remembering Kristallnacht

Alyth, in partnership with the Holocaust Survivors’ Centre and Generation 2 Generation invites you to remember Kristallnacht and reflect on its impact on our community.

Staying Home, Remembering Together – Kristallnacht
Sunday 8 November, 20:00
Join Memories in the Living Room for a virtual gathering and reflections on Zoom. During the session we will hear stories of those who survived and share our thoughts on its significance to our community.

Havdalah and commemoration
Monday 9 November, 10:15
Rabbi Josh and Cantor Tamara will join members of the Holocaust Survivors’ Centre for a special Havdalah and commemoration ceremony on Zoom.

Please email JCPresents@jcare.org, for Zoom joining details.

Rabbi Hannah on sabbatical

Every few years, Alyth clergy take a sabbatical to learn, write and recharge. Rabbi Hannah will be taking a short sabbatical from Sunday 25 October to Thursday 26 November. We wish her well for a restorative month.  During this period, please contact beth@alyth.org.uk who will make sure that your enquiry is directed to the right person.

Financial Support - How we can help

We believe that everybody who wishes should feel able to be a member of Alyth irrespective of ability to pay. In these difficult times, please do not leave the shul for financial reasons. If you are facing financial challenges, do not hesitate to contact us. 

As well as discussing the level of your annual synagogue contribution, we can help you to access a number of Alyth funds that are specifically here to help our members in times of challenge. 
Please contact Lynette at lynette@alyth.org.uk or Rabbi Josh at josh@alyth.org.uk

If you feel able to support other Alyth members in financial difficulty at this time, please email Rabbi Josh at josh@alyth.org.uk

Click here or phone 020 8455 6763 to be in touch.

Please remember that we also have two special numbers in addition to the main synagogue number: 
Alyth Careline – 020 8457 8798
This will be answered between 08:00 and 21:00 by a member of the community for anyone who needs someone to speak to. 
Emergency Careline – 07726 631808
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.

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FRIDAY 23 OCTOBER

IN-PERSON
FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Baby Den (10:30-11:00)
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat with Rabbi Hannah. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children. The service is indoors and will be subject to strict distancing and protective measures to protect staff and members.
This service is fully booked, please do not come if you have not booked a place.

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Pre-Shabbat Story Time Live (16:30-17:00)
Those pre-school in age are invited to join Rabbi Hannah for a pre shabbat story to help bring in shabbat. The service is indoors and will be subject to strict distancing and protective measures to protect staff and members.
This service is fully booked, please do not come if you have not booked a place.

BE WITH US
JMM on Friday (17:15-18:15)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage, especially in these challenging times.
Click here to join on Zoom (Meeting ID: 977 611 369 Password: 035091).

PRAY WITH US
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30-19:30)
Join Rabbi Josh and Rabbi Hannah as they lead the Erev Shabbat service from the Beit Tefillah.  Please remember that this service is online only.
We invite you to have Shabbat candles and Kiddush ready in advance of the service so that we can join together in these moments from our homes.
Please click here to download the Shabbat Supplement for Friday night and the Community News and Yahrzeit list (these will be available from 17:00 Friday afternoon). Please click here to view the Reform Judaism siddur online.

Click here to join (Meeting ID: 852 5760 7826, Passcode: 785089).
If you do not wish to use Zoom, then the "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel. This can be accessed by going to www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS.


SATURDAY 24 OCTOBER

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON
Shabbat morning early Shacharit (09:00)
An early start in-person service in the Youth Hall. This service, with Rabbi Josh and Rabbi Hannah is one of a series of pilot indoor activities as we explore what it is like to reopen parts of the synagogue building. 
A few notes about the protective measures for this service:
Windows on both sides of the Youth Hall will be open throughout the service, so appropriate clothing should be worn. 
Masks must be worn in Places of Worship at all times by anyone over the age of 12 who is not exempt.  
No congregational singing is permitted. 
The officiating clergy will be leading/singing from behind screens.
This service is fully booked, please do not come if you have not booked a place.

LEARN WITH US
Shabbat Shiur: Separated By A Common Language (9:15-10:15)
Join Cantor Tamara for an exploration of this week's Torah portion, the story of the Tower of Babel, and the enduring power of language.
Click here to join by Zoom (Meeting ID: 240 937 705 Password: 602287).

PRAY WITH US
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30)
Rabbi Hannah is running the Shabbat morning service from the Beit Tefillah. The service includes that Bat Mitzvah of Eleanor Spitzer. Please remember that this service is online only.
Please click here to download the Shabbat Supplement for Friday night and the Community News and Yahrzeit list (these will be available from 17:00 Friday afternoon). Please click here to view the Reform Judaism siddur online.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 851 3351 4616, Passcode: 785089).

PRAY WITH US
Imrei Finu (10:30)
Imrei Finu is a special, spiritual prayer experience, including lots of singing to new and familiar melodies, davening and space for personal prayer.  With Rabbi Josh
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 873 0287 9196, Passcode: 326266).

IN-PERSON
FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Sensory Havdalah (16:30)
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 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 come in your PJs or onesies!  This service will be indoors and subject to strict distancing and protective measures to protect staff and members.
This service is fully booked, please do not come if you have not booked a place.
​​​​​​​Please note that the regular November Sensory Shabbat will be on Saturday 28 November.

SUNDAY 25 OCTOBER

PRAY WITH US
Sunday Shacharit (9:00-10:00)
Our lay-led minyan with bagel breakfast (please provide your own bagels…) Led by our lay members from their homes.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 864 4782 5935, Password: 785089).

LEARN WITH US
Biblical Hebrew (11:00-12:00)
A programme for those with high level hebrew reading ability. Please email Edward Gold at 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
Singing for Pleasure (15:00-16:00)
Join Viv and sing songs from the shows, Israeli folksongs, songs from the 60s and much, much more.  No need to audition, read music or feel intimidated. Please email vivienne.bellos@btinternet.com in advance for the song list and lyrics.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 731 393 138, Password: 197916).

MONDAY 26 OCTOBER

PRAY WITH US IN-PERSON
Shacharit in the Sukkah (9:00)
A small in-person Shacharit Service in the synagogue sukkah with Rabbi Elliott.
Click here to sign up.

BE WITH US
Craft, Chat and Cuppa! (15:00-16:00)
This ‘club’ is for anyone who would like to try any sort of hand craft. Join Brenda Freedman for anything from everyday sewing, tapestry, quilt making, knitting, and anything else you can think of!
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 588 095 846, Password: 468060).


TUESDAY 27 OCTOBER

LEARN WITH US
Hebrew Reading from Scratch (19:00-20:00)
Taught by Alyth member Jan Roseman, who has been one of the UK’s leading Synagogue-based Jewish educators for the last few decades. Take an hour a week in term time to learn to read Hebrew from scratch.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 909 882 685, Password: 686711).

LEARN WITH US
E-ssentials
There is no Essentials this week.

BE WITH US
Alyth Choral Society (20:00-22:00)
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 976 4873 3959 Password: 113568).
For Choral Society Members only.


WEDNESDAY 28 OCTOBER

PRAY WITH US
Wednesday Ma’ariv (20:00-20:45)
Join us for a mid-week evening service led by Alyth members.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 566 852 225, Password: 763158).


THURSDAY 29 OCTOBER

PRAY WITH US IN-PERSON
Shacharit in the Sukkah (9:00)
A small in-person Shacharit Service in the synagogue sukkah with Rabbi Elliott.
Click here to sign up.

BE WITH US
Mellow Chair Yoga (11:00-12:00)
Our special Chair Yoga and Meditation with Maxine, open to all ages wishing to enhance overall mental and physical wellbeing! Less active participants can do all the movements sitting in a chair. Please click here to sign up and to pay online.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 616 879 143, Password: 797658).

LEARN WITH US 
Pardes: My favourite... (13:00-14:00)
This month, looking at our favourite Jewish villains or troublesome characters in our texts or history. This week with Rabbi Elliott.
Click here for the source sheets being used in the session (available from Thursday morning)
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 123 761 361, Password: 019498).

FRIDAY 30 OCTOBER

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Baby Den (10:30-11:00)
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat, this week with Cantor Tamara. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children.
Click here to join on Zoom (Meeting ID: 142 813 452 Password: 346202).

PRAY WITH US
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30-19:30)
Join Rabbi Josh and Rabbi Elliott as they lead the Erev Shabbat service from the Beit Tefillah.  Please remember that this service is online only.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 811 0991 0552, Passcode: 785089).


SATURDAY 31 OCTOBER

PRAY WITH US IN PERSON
Shabbat morning early Shacharit (09:00)
An early start in-person service in the Youth Hall. This service, with Rabbi Josh is one of a series of pilot indoor activities as we explore what it is like to reopen parts of the synagogue building. 
A few notes about the protective measures for this service:
Windows on both sides of the Youth Hall will be open throughout the service, so appropriate clothing should be worn. 
Masks must be worn in Places of Worship at all times by anyone over the age of 12 who is not exempt.  
No congregational singing is permitted. 
The officiating clergy will be leading/singing from behind screens.
Click here to sign up.

BE WITH US
JMM on Saturday (9:15-10:15)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage, especially in these challenging times.
Click here to join on Zoom (Meeting ID: 844 520 435, Password: 753749).

PRAY WITH US
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30)
Rabbi Elliott and Katie Hainbach are running the Shabbat morning service from the Beit Tefillah. Please remember that this service is online only.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 889 6993 7507, Passcode: 785089).

PRAY WITH US
Wellbeing Service (10:30)
Join Lynette Sunderland and Justin Wise as we take time for ourselves to relax and breathe. During our Shabbat morning service, we will explore our mental and physical wellbeing through tuneful prayer.
Click here to join by Zoom (Meeting ID: 824 3676 4053, Passcode: 138638).

Alyth Book Club
Monday 2 November, 18:30-19:30
This month's book is Pumpkinflowers: A Soldier's Story of Forgotten War by Matti Friedman. 
Join Rabbi Colin and Katie for our monthly Book Club discussion.
Click here for more information about the book (external link).

Rabbi Hannah on sabbatical

Every few years, Alyth clergy take a sabbatical to learn, write and recharge. Rabbi Hannah will be taking a short sabbatical from Sunday 25 October to Thursday 26 November. We wish her well for a restorative month.  During this period, please contact beth@alyth.org.uk who will make sure that your enquiry is directed to the right person.

Remembering Kristallnacht

Alyth, in partnership with the Holocaust Survivors’ Centre and Generation 2 Generation invites you to remember Kristallnacht and reflect on its impact on our community.

Staying Home, Remembering Together – Kristallnacht
Sunday 8 November, 20:00
Join Memories in the Living Room for a virtual gathering and reflections on Zoom. During the session we will hear stories of those who survived and share our thoughts on its significance to our community.

Havdalah and commemoration
Monday 9 November, 10:15
Rabbi Josh and Cantor Tamara will join members of the Holocaust Survivors’ Centre for a special Havdalah and commemoration ceremony on Zoom.

Please email JCPresents@jcare.org, for Zoom joining details.

Financial Support - How we can help

We believe that everybody who wishes should feel able to be a member of Alyth irrespective of ability to pay. In these difficult times, please do not leave the shul for financial reasons. If you are facing financial challenges, do not hesitate to contact us. 

As well as discussing the level of your annual synagogue contribution, we can help you to access a number of Alyth funds that are specifically here to help our members in times of challenge. 
Please contact Lynette at lynette@alyth.org.uk or Rabbi Josh at josh@alyth.org.uk

If you feel able to support other Alyth members in financial difficulty at this time, please email Rabbi Josh at josh@alyth.org.uk

Click here or phone 020 8455 6763 to be in touch.

Please remember that we also have two special numbers in addition to the main synagogue number: 
Alyth Careline – 020 8457 8798
This will be answered between 08:00 and 21:00 by a member of the community for anyone who needs someone to speak to. 
Emergency Careline – 07726 631808
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.

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From the Alyth Chairs

On Simchat Torah we connect past and future, as we move straight from Moses’ death to Creation.  We start again, never stopping.  So it is for Alyth.

The High Holy Days and Sukkot are hardly behind us, having brought us together in unique and inspiring ways.  This Shabbat, without a pause, we will celebrate Simchat Torah, reimagined to enable us to connect with one another, to see the scrolls and to share some sweetness.

Please click here for details of our Simchat Torah services and activities.
The Great Alyth Torah Tour, the biggest hakkafah in Alyth’s history is coming to a street near you. Click here for an "interactive" Google map of the route.

Simchat Torah is also a time to celebrate those who make Alyth a community of mutual care and sacred connection. This year we will celebrate Alyth as a community of volunteers, expressing our gratitude to the hundreds of members who have volunteered over the past few months, including those who came forward to be part of our Darkness into Light programme.  We invite you to join the service to honour the many aspects of volunteering that ensure that our community continues to thrive.
 
As Alyth doesn't stop, so too our team of Clergy and Professionals .
Their dedication and imagination has carried us from lockdown, through Ellul and into the High Holy Days and Sukkot. Now as we celebrate Simchat Torah and our community of volunteers, it is also a moment to express our enormous gratitude to our Rabbis, Cantor, team of professionals, educators and support staff.  Thank you, from the Leadership and the community, to each and every one of the team. Your care, generosity and inspiration has given us all a community that we are incredibly proud to be a part of. 
 
As we move out of the Yamim Noraim and reflect on the incredible experience that our Clergy and Staff crafted and delivered, it is now a moment to step back, to rest and to reset. Over the coming weeks, we will be encouraging the Alyth Team to take time out, to rest and care for themselves. Their wellbeing is our wellbeing. 

Of course, our weekly services and programming will not stop.  The Team will also be working on plans for reopening the building, beginning with some pilot programmes that will take place inside the building next week.  
 
The continuity and resilience that are at the heart of Simchat Torah have sustained us for centuries.  As we celebrate the renewed hope and possibility of Simchat Torah, we are proud that we continue to be a sacred and joyful community.
Chag Sameach.

Noeleen Cohen and Russell Baum

EREV SIMCHAT TORAH
FRIDAY 9 OCTOBER

IN-PERSON
FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Baby Den (10:30-11:00)
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat and Sukkot with Rabbi Hannah. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children.This week live in the Sukkah. Please note that this service is subject to the weather and the website will be updated if it is cancelled, please check before you travel. Only two places left. Click here to sign up.

IN-PERSON
FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Pre-Shabbat Story Time Live (16:30-17:00)
Those pre-school in age are invited to join Rabbi Hannah for a pre shabbat story to help bring in shabbat. This week live in the Sukkah. Please note that this service is subject to the weather and the website will be updated if it is cancelled, please check before you travel.Click here to sign up.

YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Ruach: Simchat Torah Special (17:00-18:15)
Our programme for pre-b'nai mitzvah members. This weekend, please join Sophie & Mike online for a special Simchat Torah celebration, filled with creative stories, hakafot, treasure hunts, music & song and of course something sweet.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 832 9038 5347, Passcode: 727813).

BE WITH US
JMM on Friday (17:15-18:00)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage, especially in these challenging times.
Click here to join on Zoom (Meeting ID: 977 611 369 Password: 035091).

PRAY WITH US
Erev Simchat Torah Service (18:30-19:30)
A special service to welcome in Shabbat and Simchat Torah.  
This year, we may not be able to dance together, but we can still dance as if no one is watching!  Join our special hakkafot:  seven songs to represent the seven hakkafot, with dances you can do without leaving your chair.
Click here for the supplement and to download the Community News and Yahrzeit list (these will be available from 17:00 Friday afternoon).
After the service, we invite you to stay for a short drink with other Alyth members. Members joining us on zoom will split into breakout rooms for a quick l’chaim from home with one another.
You might want to join the l’chaim with a special cocktail – click here to find some Simchat Torah appropriate cocktails and mocktails to try at home.

Click here to join (Meeting ID: 892 4496 6637, Passcode: 785089).
The "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel. This can be accessed by going to www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS


SIMCHAT TORAH MORNING
SATURDAY 10 OCTOBER

The Great Alyth Torah Tour (from 9:00)
Join the biggest Simchat Torah hakkafah in Alyth’s history, as the Alyth minibus drives a 10 mile circuit, bringing clergy and sifrei torah to you.  And, it wouldn’t be an Alyth Simchat Torah without special sweet bags for our kids, and a little drink for the adults. Wave down the bus to say hello, see the scrolls, and to get your goodies.
Click here to see the route and approximate timings. If you are coming out to meet the Alyth bus, please remember the rule of six if you see other Alyth members.
We will be livestreaming as we go, including announcing where we are on the route. Click here to join on Zoom (Meeting ID: 838 7503 3176, Passcode: 810846).

PRAY WITH US
Simchat Torah Morning Service (10:30)
As the big hakkafah continues, join us online for the start of our morning service with shacharit led by Rabbi Josh and Katie Hainbach, with a combination of choral and non-choral singing, accompanied by piano and guitar.
Rabbi Hannah, Cantor Tamara and Rabbi Elliott will join in time for our virtual hakkafot, once again including seven songs to represent the seven hakkafot, with dances you can join without leaving your chair.

Torah Service (from approx 11:30): a celebration of Alyth volunteering
The last few months has seen as flourishing of volunteering in our community.  Hundreds of members of all ages came forwards for our ‘Darkness to Light’ programme and to help the community to continue to thrive.  
In our special Torah service for Simchat Torah, we will celebrate Alyth as a community of volunteers.  As we begin reading Torah again, each day of creation will be accompanied by a short video highlighting an area of volunteering in our community since March.
Followed by concluding prayers, which will include a brief musaf and yizkor.
This service will be led from the Shabbat Siddur, with an additional supplement.  Click here for the Siddur online.  Click here for the supplement and to download the Community News and Yahrzeit list (these will be available from 17:00 Friday afternoon).

Click here to join Shacharit and the Torah Service on Zoom (Meeting ID: 879 4869 0989, Passcode: 785089).
The "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel. This can be accessed by going to www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS.

SUNDAY 11 OCTOBER

PRAY WITH US
Sunday Shacharit (9:00-10:00)
Our lay-led minyan with bagel breakfast (please provide your own bagels…) Led by our lay members from their homes.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 864 4782 5935, Password: 785089).

LEARN WITH US
Biblical Hebrew (11:00-12:00)
A programme for those with high level hebrew reading ability. Please email Edward Gold at 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
Alyth Sunday Morning ⟳Reloaded⟳ (ASMR): Simchat Torah Special
Our Sunday morning programme open to everyone from Reception to Year 6. This weekend, please join Sophie & Mike online for a special Simchat Torah celebration, filled with creative stories, hakafot, treasure hunts, music & song and of course something sweet.
Reception - Year 2 (10:00-11:00)
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 859 6290 5914, Passcode: 138638).
Year 3 - Year 6 (11:30-12:30)
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 871 1635 6108, Passcode: 138638).

MONDAY 12 OCTOBER

PRAY WITH US IN-PERSON
Shacharit in the Sukkah (9:00)
A small in-person Shacharit Service in the synagogue sukkah.
Click here to sign up.

BE WITH US
Craft, Chat and Cuppa! (15:00-16:00)
This ‘club’ is for anyone who would like to try any sort of hand craft. Join Brenda Freedman for anything from everyday sewing, tapestry, quilt making, knitting, and anything else you can think of!
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 588 095 846, Password: 468060).


TUESDAY 13 OCTOBER

LEARN WITH US
Hebrew Reading from Scratch (19:00-20:00)
Taught by Alyth member Jan Roseman, who has been one of the UK’s leading Synagogue-based Jewish educators for the last few decades. Take an hour a week in term time to learn to read Hebrew from scratch.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 909 882 685, Password: 686711).

LEARN WITH US
E-ssentials: Texts - what is the bible? (20:00-21:00)
Our regular introduction to Judaism class begins its annual short course on Jewish texts, who wrote them and what they contain.
Please click here for the resources which will be used during this session (available from Tuesday morning).
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 668 234 069, Password: 419681).

BE WITH US
Alyth Choral Society (20:00-22:00)
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 976 4873 3959 Password: 113568).
For Choral Society Members only.


WEDNESDAY 14 OCTOBER

PRAY WITH US
Wednesday Ma’ariv (20:00-20:45)
Join us for a mid-week evening service led by Alyth members.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 566 852 225, Password: 763158).


THURSDAY 15 OCTOBER

PRAY WITH US IN-PERSON
Shacharit in the Sukkah (9:00)
A small in-person Shacharit Service in the synagogue sukkah.
Click here to sign up.

BE WITH US
Mellow Chair Yoga (11:00-12:00)
Our special Chair Yoga and Meditation with Maxine, open to all ages wishing to enhance overall mental and physical wellbeing! Less active participants can do all the movements sitting in a chair. Please click here to sign up and to pay online.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 616 879 143, Password: 797658).

LEARN WITH US 
Pardes: My favourite... (13:00-14:00)
This month, looking at our favourite Jewish villians or troublesome characters in our texts or history. This week with Rabbi Hannah.
Click here for the source sheets being used in the session (available from Thursday morning)
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 123 761 361, Password: 019498).

FRIDAY 16 OCTOBER

IN-PERSON
FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Baby Den (10:30-11:00)
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat and Sukkot with Rabbi Hannah. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children. Click here to sign up.

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Pre-Shabbat Story Time Live (16:30-17:00)
Those pre-school in age are invited to join Rabbi Hannah for a pre shabbat story to help bring in shabbat.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 423 529 768 Password: 785089).

YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Ruach @ Home (17:00-18:15)
Our programme for pre-b'nai mitzvah members.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 832 9038 5347, Passcode: 727813).

PRAY WITH US
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30-19:30)
Join our Clergy as they lead the Erev Shabbat service from the Beit Tefillah. Please remember that this service is online only.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 839 8049 5020, Passcode: 785089).


SATURDAY 17 OCTOBER

BE WITH US
JMM on Saturday (9:15-10:15)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage, especially in these challenging times.
Click here to join on Zoom (Meeting ID: 844 520 435, Password: 753749).

PRAY WITH US
Bat Mitzvah Service (9:00)
Rabbi Hannah is leading an early Shabbat morning service to mark the Bat Mitzvah of Maya Grosman. Please remember that this service is online only.
Click here to join by Zoom (Meeting ID: 891 5776 9197, Passcode: 138638).

PRAY WITH US
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30)
Rabbi Elliott and Rabbi Hannah are running the Shabbat morning service from the Beit Tefillah. Please remember that this service is online only.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 847 6065 2111, Passcode: 785089).

HIGH HOLY DAY APPEAL

The Yamim Noraim (Days of Awe) are a time when we are deeply aware of our duty to care for one another and the world around us. It is an opportunity to offer our support to those who need it most by living the Jewish value of tzedakah. This year we are again asking you to support the four funds that are at the heart of our communal giving. The funds support both the needs of our members as well as causes beyond our own community. They are uniquely structured to enable us to respond to the additional needs we know are present due to the Coronavirus crisis.  Click here to see the High Holy Day Appeal brochure.

HIGH HOLY DAY MACHZORIM

Did you borrow a High Holy Day Machzor from Alyth? 
If so, please remember to bring it back to the synagogue during office hours.  Thank you

Financial Support - How we can help

We believe that everybody who wishes should feel able to be a member of Alyth irrespective of ability to pay. In these difficult times, please do not leave the shul for financial reasons. If you are facing financial challenges, do not hesitate to contact us. 

As well as discussing the level of your annual synagogue contribution, we can help you to access a number of Alyth funds that are specifically here to help our members in times of challenge. 
Please contact Lynette at lynette@alyth.org.uk or Rabbi Josh at josh@alyth.org.uk

If you feel able to support other Alyth members in financial difficulty at this time, please email Rabbi Josh at josh@alyth.org.uk

Click here or phone 020 8455 6763 to be in touch.

Please remember that we also have two special numbers in addition to the main synagogue number: 
Alyth Careline – 020 8457 8798
This will be answered between 08:00 and 21:00 by a member of the community for anyone who needs someone to speak to. 
Emergency Careline – 07726 631808
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.

YOM KIPPUR

Yom Kippur starts on Sunday night.  
CLICK HERE for the full Alyth Yom Kippur programme and service links.

Click here for five suggestions on how to get through the day. 

Machzorim
Most of our services will be led from the 1985 Reform machzor. A newer version of the service liturgy can be viewed online here.  However, for the quality of the experience, we strongly recommend the use of physical copies.  We have a limited stock of these which you can borrow from Alyth. 
Please collect from the synagogue by 17:00 on Thursday or Friday.

Yizkor
Yizkor begins at approximately 17:30 on Monday, and will include the reading of names of Alyth members who have died since last Yom Kippur and other names which have been given to us in advance.  If you wish for a name to be included, please email lynette@alyth.org.uk by midday on Friday 25 September. Please also send to Lynette any entires for our Yizkor memorial book by this time.

KOL YISRAEL AREIVIM ZEH BA ZEH

We have been delighted by our response to our special song written for us for these High Holy Days and recorded by Alyth members from their homes.
Click here to see the video.

FRIDAY 25 SEPTEMBER

IN-PERSON
FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Baby Den in the Sukkah (10:30-11:00)
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat with Rabbi Hannah. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children. This week live in the Sukkah. Please note that this service is subject to the weather and the website will be updated at 9:30 if it is cancelled, please check before you travel. This service is now full, please do not come if you have not booked.

10 DAYS OF TESHUVAH
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation (17:00-17:45)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage. Join for contemplation, breathing, movement and meditation. Today: 'Readiness For Change' with Mika Hadar-Borthwick.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 977 611 369 Password: 035091).

PRAY WITH US
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30-19:30)
Join Cantor Tamara and Rabbi Elliott as they lead the Erev Shabbat service from the Beit Tefillah. Please remember that this service is online only.
We invite you to have Shabbat candles and Kiddush ready in advance of the service so that we can join together in these moments from our homes.
Please click here to download the Shabbat Supplement for Friday night and the Community News and Yahrzeit list (these will be available from 17:00 Friday afternoon). Please click here to view the Reform Judaism siddur online.

Click here to join (Meeting ID: 898 9397 3123, Passcode: 785089).
If you do not wish to use Zoom, then the "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel. This can be accessed by going to www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS.


SATURDAY 26 SEPTEMBER 

LEARN WITH US
Shabbat Shiur: This season in art (9:15-10:15)
We're into the heart of the season of Tishri festivals. How have they been depicted in art over the years? Come on a leisurely journey - courtesy of Zoom and Powerpoint - with Rabbi Colin through some of those representations.
Click here to join by Zoom (Meeting ID: 240 937 705, Passcode: 602287).

PRAY WITH US IN-PERSON
Imrei Finu in the Sukkah (9:30 and 11:15)
A small in-person Shacharit Service with Rabbi Josh in the synagogue sukkah. Imrei Finu is a special spiritual prayer experience. 
Please note that this service is subject to the weather and the website will be updated at 8:30 and 10:15 if it is cancelled, please check before you travel.
The 9:30 service is full. Click here to sign up for the 11:15 service.

PRAY WITH US
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30)
Rabbi Hannah is running the Shabbat morning service from the Beit Tefillah.  The service will include the Bar Mitzvah of Rafael Gayer who will be reading Torah with the community for the first time from his home. Please click here to download a copy of the Torah portion (Deuteronomy 32 13-23), Haftarah, and the Community News and Yahrzeit list (these will be available from 17:00 Friday afternoon).

Click here to join by Zoom (Meeting ID: 840 2219 8090, Passcode: 785089).
If you do not wish to use Zoom, then the "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel. This can be accessed by going to www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS.

SUNDAY 27 SEPTEMBER - KOL NIDRE

The fast begins at 18:33. Join us from 18:50.


MONDAY 28 SEPTEMBER - YOM KIPPUR
 
Yom Kippur services and activities start at 9:30 and run throughout the day. The fast ends at 19:32.
 
CLICK HERE for the full Alyth Yom Kippur programme and service links.

TUESDAY 29 SEPTEMBER

LEARN WITH US
Hebrew Reading from Scratch (19:00-20:00)
Taught by Alyth member Jan Roseman, who has been one of the UK’s leading Synagogue-based Jewish educators for the last few decades. Take an hour a week in term time to learn to read Hebrew from scratch.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 909 882 685, Password: 686711).

LEARN WITH US
E-ssentials: The High Holy Days (20:00-21:00)
Our regular introduction to Judaism class, completely redesigned to be taught online. This week: Sukkot and Simchat Torah. 
Please click here for the resources which will be used during this session (available from Tuesday morning).
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 668 234 069, Password: 419681).


WEDNESDAY 30 SEPTEMBER

PRAY WITH US
Wednesday Ma’ariv (20:00-20:45)
Join us for a mid-week evening service led by Alyth members.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 566 852 225, Password: 763158).


THURSDAY 1 OCTOBER

PRAY WITH US IN-PERSON
Shacharit in the Sukkah (9:00)
A small in-person Shacharit Service in the synagogue sukkah.
Click here to sign up.

BE WITH US
Mellow Chair Yoga (11:00-12:00)
Our special Chair Yoga and Meditation with Maxine, open to all ages wishing to enhance overall mental and physical wellbeing! Less active participants can do all the movements sitting in a chair. Please click here to sign up and to pay online.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 616 879 143, Password: 797658).

LEARN WITH US 
Pardes: My favourite... (13:00-14:00)
This month, looking at our favourite Jewish villians or troublesome characters in our texts or history. This week with Rabbi Colin.
Click here for the source sheets being used in the session (available from Thursday morning)
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 123 761 361, Password: 019498).

FRIDAY 2 OCTOBER

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Baby Den (10:30-11:00)
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat with Rabbi Hannah. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 142 813 452, Password: 346202).

IN-PERSON
FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Pre-Shabbat Story Time Live (16:30-17:00)
Those pre-school in age (and in heart) are invited to join Rabbi Hannah for a pre shabbat story to help bring in shabbat.
This week live in the Sukkah.  Click here to sign up.

YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Ruach @ home (17:00-18:15)
Our programme for pre-b'nai mitzvah members.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 832 9038 5347, Passcode: 727813).

PRAY WITH US
Erev Sukkot Service (18:30-19:30)
Join our clergy as they lead the Erev Sukkot and Shabbat service from the Beit Tefillah. Please remember that this service is online only.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 868 9964 1193, Passcode: 785089).

Please look out for your special Sukkot email, which will be sent next Tuesday, with details of all our Sukkot services and activities.

HIGH HOLY DAY APPEAL
The Yamim Noraim (Days of Awe) are a time when we are deeply aware of our duty to care for one another and the world around us. It is an opportunity to offer our support to those who need it most by living the Jewish value of tzedakah. This year we are again asking you to support the four funds that are at the heart of our communal giving. The funds support both the needs of our members as well as causes beyond our own community. They are uniquely structured to enable us to respond to the additional needs we know are present due to the Coronavirus crisis.  Click here to see the High Holy Day Appeal brochure..

Alyth Book Club
Monday 5 October, 18:30-19:30

This month's book is The Third Daughter by Talia Carner. 
Join Rabbi Colin and Katie for our monthly Book Club discussion.

Click here for more information about the book (external link).

Financial Support - How we can help

We believe that everybody who wishes should feel able to be a member of Alyth irrespective of ability to pay. In these difficult times, please do not leave the shul for financial reasons. If you are facing financial challenges, do not hesitate to contact us. 

As well as discussing the level of your annual synagogue contribution, we can help you to access a number of Alyth funds that are specifically here to help our members in times of challenge. 
Please contact Lynette at lynette@alyth.org.uk or Rabbi Josh at josh@alyth.org.uk

If you feel able to support other Alyth members in financial difficulty at this time, please email Rabbi Josh at josh@alyth.org.uk

Click here or phone 020 8455 6763 to be in touch.

Please remember that we also have two special numbers in addition to the main synagogue number: 
Alyth Careline – 020 8457 8798
This will be answered between 08:00 and 21:00 by a member of the community for anyone who needs someone to speak to. 
Emergency Careline – 07726 631808
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.

PROGRAMME AT A GLANCE

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ROSH HASHANAH

Rosh Hashanah is just one week away. 
CLICK HERE for the full Alyth Rosh Hashanah programme and online links.
We invite you to celebrate the New Year with us in this most extraordinary of years.

Machzorim
As this year's High Holy Days services will be online, there will be two ways to access Prayer Books.  All of the liturgy will be available via the Reform Movement website.  However, for the quality of the experience, we strongly recommend the use of physical copies and have these available to borrow from the synagogue. 
Please collect from the synagogue during office hours (09:00-17:00 Monday-Thursday, 09:00-12:00 on Friday) or on Sunday 13 September between 10:30-12:30.

In person services
Though the majority of our provision over Rosh Hashanah will be online, we are continuing to offer covid-secure in-person services where possible, according to government guidelines. 
These must be pre-booked and have limited capacity. 
All services are weather dependent - Please check the Alyth website 1 hour before the service is due to begin.

Alyth in-person over the next two weeks:
Story-time live (Young Families) Friday 11 September 16:30
Shabbat morning in the Sukkah Saturday 12 September 09:00 
Selichot in person Saturday 12 September 23:30 (off site) 
Shacharit in the Sukkah Mondays 14 and 21 September 07:30
Shacharit in the Sukkah Thursdays 17 and 24 September 09:00
Erev Second Day Rosh Hashanah in person Saturday 19 September 17:30
Baby Den in the Sukkah Friday 25 September 10:30
Imrei Finu in the Sukkah (two sittings) Saturday 26 September 09:30 and 11:15

HHD Resources
Click here for resources to help you to prepare for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.  These will build over the coming week.

HIGH HOLY DAY APPEAL
The Yamim Noraim (Days of Awe) are a time when we are deeply aware of our duty to care for one another and the world around us. It is an opportunity to offer our support to those who need it most by living the Jewish value of tzedakah, of giving what each of us is able to. This year we are again asking you to support the four funds that are at the heart of our communal giving. The funds support both the needs of our members as well as causes beyond our own community. Importantly, they are uniquely structured to enable us to respond to the additional needs we know are present due to the Coronavirus crisis.

Click here to see the High Holy Day Appeal brochure..

FRIDAY 11 SEPTEMBER

FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Baby Den (10:30-11:00)
Chug-a-lug into Shabbat with Rabbi Hannah. Sing your favourite Baby Den songs, dance to a shabbat beat and wave to some familiar faces. For families with Young Children.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 142 813 452, Password: 346202).

IN-PERSON
FOR YOUNG FAMILIES
Pre-Shabbat Story Time Live (16:30-17:00)
Those pre-school in age (and in heart) are invited to join Rabbi Hannah for a pre shabbat story to help bring in shabbat.
This week live in the Sukkah. Click here to sign up.

BE WITH US
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation (17:00-17:40)
Jewish Mindfulness Meditation helps us to open our hearts and find peace through our spiritual heritage, especially in these challenging times. Join for contemplation, breathing, movement and meditation. Suitable for all.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 977 611 369 Password: 035091).

YOUTH AND EDUCATION: RUACH
Ruach: new starters parents session (16:00-17:00)
An introductory session for parents of our young members starting our b'nai mitzvah programme.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 844 5392 6860, Passcode: 768964).

Ruach @ home (17:00-18:15)
Our programme for pre-b'nai mitzvah members starts this week with a Rosh Hashanah Spacial.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 832 9038 5347, Passcode: 727813).

YOUR JOURNEY TO THE HIGH HOLY DAYS
LEARN WITH US
Elul Half Hours: To speak about God in a time of pandemic (17:45)
Each of this year’s Elul Half Hours will take on one of the profound questions of our time – how can we speak about God in the face of the challenges of the past months?  In each session we will explore a different name or concept of God and explore how it might help us to think or speak about God in our time.
Today's session: Ha-M’vorach with Student Rabbi Nicola Feuchtwang.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 848 3829 8916, Passcode: 227394).

PRAY WITH US
Erev Shabbat Service (18:30-19:30)
Join Rabbi Hannah and Cantor Tamara as they lead the Erev Shabbat service from the Beit Tefillah. Please remember that this service is online only.
We invite you to have Shabbat candles and Kiddush ready in advance of the service so that we can join together in these moments from our homes.
Please click here to download the Shabbat Supplement for Friday night and the Community News and Yahrzeit list (these will be available from 17:00 Friday afternoon).
Please click here to view the Reform Judaism siddur online.

Click here to join (Meeting ID: 840 1914 7247, Passcode: 785089).
If you do not wish to use Zoom, then the "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel.  This can be accessed by going to www.alyth.org.uk/youtubelive or www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS.


SATURDAY 12 SEPTEMBER 

PRAY WITH US IN-PERSON
Shacharit in the Sukkah (9:00)
A small in-person Shacharit Service with Rabbi Josh in the synagogue sukkah.
Click here to sign up.

YOUR JOURNEY TO THE HIGH HOLY DAYS
LEARN WITH US
Elul Half Hours: To speak about God in a time of pandemic (9:45)
Today's session: Ehyeh Asher Ehyeh with Rabbi Dr Deborah Kahn-Harris.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 864 6177 8950, Passcode: 138638).

PRAY WITH US
Shabbat Morning Service (10:30)
Rabbi Josh is running the Shabbat morning service from the Beit Tefillah.  The service will include the Bar Mitzvah of Sam Gubbay who will be reading Torah with the community for the first time from his home.
Please click here to download a copy of the Torah portion (Deuteronomy 30: 1-14), Haftarah, and the Community News and Yahrzeit list (these will be available from 17:00 Friday afternoon).
Please click here to view the Reform Judaism siddur online

Click here to join by Zoom (Meeting ID: 889 7043 8595, Passcode: 785089).
If you do not wish to use Zoom, then the "Zoom screen" can also be seen via our YouTube channel.  This can be accessed by going to www.alyth.org.uk/youtubelive or www.youtube.com/c/AlythRS.

YOUR JOURNEY TO THE HIGH HOLY DAYS
PRAY WITH US
Selichot (21:00)
Hear the sounds of the High Holy Days for the first time in the year, live from the Alyth Beit Tefillah.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 821 7891 1874, Passcode: 785089).

PRAY WITH US IN-PERSON
Selichot (23:30)
An in-person, late-night Selichot with music and readings. This service must be pre-booked.
Please note that this service is subject to the weather. The website will be updated at 22:30. Please check before you travel.
Click here to sign up. In the week before you will be sent the address for this service which is not taking place in the synagogue grounds.

SUNDAY 13 SEPTEMBER

PRAY WITH US
Sunday Shacharit (9:00-10:00)
Our lay-led minyan with bagel breakfast (please provide your own bagels…) Led by our lay members from their homes.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 864 4782 5935, Password: 785089).

YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Alyth Sunday Morning ⟳Reloaded⟳ (ASMR).
Our Sunday morning programme open to everyone from Reception to Year 6 returns this week with a Rosh Hashanah special.
Reception - Year 2 (10:00-11:00)
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 859 6290 5914, Passcode: 138638).
Year 3 - Year 6 (11:30-12:30)
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 871 1635 6108, Passcode: 138638).

YOUR JOURNEY TO THE HIGH HOLY DAYS 
Machzor Collection (10:30-12:30)
Come and pick up a machzor for use on Rosh Hashanah and say hello to the team.

LEARN WITH US
Biblical Hebrew (11:00-12:00)
A programme for those with high level hebrew reading ability. Please email Edward Gold at edwardjgold@hotmail.com if you would like to join this class so that you can be sent the link and materials in advance.

MONDAY 14 September

YOUR JOURNEY TO THE HIGH HOLY DAYS
PRAY WITH US IN-PERSON (07:30)
A small in-person Shacharit Service in the synagogue sukkah.
Click here to sign up.

BE WITH US
Craft, Chat and Cuppa! (15:00-16:00)
This ‘club’ is for anyone who would like to try any sort of hand craft. Join Brenda Freedman for anything from everyday sewing, tapestry, quilt making, knitting, and anything else you can think of!
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 588 095 846, Password: 468060).


TUESDAY 15 SEPTEMBER

YOUR JOURNEY TO THE HIGH HOLY DAYS
HOW TO
Cook for Rosh Hashanah (19:00)
Three different members of Alyth will share with us their special High Holy Day dishes, explaining the history behind them and how to make them. Please join your hosts, Rabbi Hannah and Lynette for a virtual tease of the taste buds.
Please email beth@alyth.org.uk for copies of the recipes to follow and cook yourself.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 844 6351 6773, Passcode: 785089).

LEARN WITH US
Hebrew Reading from Scratch (19:00-20:00)
Taught by Alyth member Jan Roseman, who has been one of the UK’s leading Synagogue-based Jewish educators for the last few decades. Take an hour a week in term time to learn to read Hebrew from scratch.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 909 882 685, Password: 686711).

YOUR JOURNEY TO THE HIGH HOLY DAYS
LEARN WITH US
E-ssentials: The High Holy Days (20:00-21:00)
Our regular introduction to Judaism class has been completely redesigned to be taught online. Whether you are coming to Judaism for the first time or want to consolidate the learning of many years, these classes are the ideal way to build the foundations of your knowledge in advance of these High Holy Days.
This week: Preparing for the High Holy Days 1 – Rosh Hashanah with Rabbi Elliott. 
Please click here for the resources which will be used during this session (available from Tuesday morning).
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 668 234 069, Password: 419681).


WEDNESDAY 16 SEPTEMBER

PRAY WITH US
Wednesday Ma’ariv (20:00-20:45)
Join us for a mid-week evening service led by Alyth members.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 566 852 225, Password: 763158).


THURSDAY 17 SEPTEMBER

YOUR JOURNEY TO THE HIGH HOLY DAYS
PRAY WITH US IN-PERSON (9:00)
A small in-person Shacharit Service in the synagogue sukkah.
​​​​​​​click here to sign up.

BE WITH US
Mellow Chair Yoga (11:00-12:00)
Our special Chair Yoga and Meditation with Maxine is open to all ages wishing to enhance overall mental and physical wellbeing!  It includes movement, breathing, stretching, standing, twisting, balancing and more. Great for releasing tensions and increasing, stamina, strength and immunity. Less active participants can do all the movements sitting in a chair. Please click here to sign up and to pay online.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 616 879 143, Password: 797658).

LEARN WITH US 
Pardes: My favourite... High Holy Day Liturgy (13:00-14:00)
A new twist on our weekly text-based study session. This month, to bring the text to life, we will look at selections from the High Holy Day liturgy that are particularly profound or important for us. 
This week with Rabbi Elliott.
Click here for the source sheets being used in the session (available from Thursday morning)
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 123 761 361, Password: 019498).

EREV ROSH HASHANAH
FRIDAY 18 SEPTEMBER

HIGH HOLY DAYS ONLINE
PRAY WITH US
Erev Rosh Hashanah Service (18:30)
Start the Yamim Noraim with the very best of our Friday night service, including High Holy Day and Shabbat melodies.  Join our clergy team for this music-filled beginning to the year, with guitar accompaniment. The D’var Torah to begin this year’s extraordinary High Holy Days will be given by Rabbi Josh.
Click here to join (Meeting ID: 895 8914 5832, Passcode: 785089).


ROSH HASHANAH
SATURDAY 19 SEPTEMBER 

HIGH HOLY DAYS ONLINE
Rosh Hashanah Morning for the Heart, Soul, Mind, Breath and Family
Please click here for your detailed Rosh Hashanah programme including Zoom links to join our diverse range of services and activities.

HIGH HOLY DAYS IN-PERSON
Tashlich Treasure Hunt (any time between 15:00-17:00)
Tashlich is a special ritual for Rosh Hashanah afternoon in which we cast our sins into flowing water.  To collect the resources needed to run your own tashlich, you will need to find members of the Alyth team hiding around the Heath Extension (they will be there between 15:00 and 17:00).  The first clue will be on the Alyth website - www.alyth.org.uk/tashlich.  The route should take no more than 45 minutes and will end with the opportunity to run your own tashlich, with a member of the Alyth team there to support you.

HIGH HOLY DAYS IN-PERSON
Erev Second Day Service (17:30)
A special service on the Alyth forecourt led by Rabbi Josh.  This service is weather dependent and must be pre-booked.
Click here to sign up as spaces are limited.

HIGH HOLY DAYS ONLINE
Erev Second Day Service (17:30)
A gentle online service to bring in the second day of Rosh Hashanah. Led by Rabbi Josh.
Click here to join on Zoom (Meeting ID: 862 8088 3608, Passcode: 785089)


SECOND DAY ROSH HASHANAH
SUNDAY 20 SEPTEMBER 

HIGH HOLY DAYS ONLINE
Second Day Rosh Hashanah
Please click here for the detailed Rosh Hashanah programme including Zoom links to join services and activities.

YOM KIPPUR YIZKOR 2020

This year, perhaps more than ever, the Yom Kippur Yizkor service will be of great significance to many of us.
Some of us have lost family and/or friends due to Covid19 or in other circumstances. The grieving process for our loved ones has been restricted by the inability to be physically present either at the point of death or at the funeral. As in previous years we will recall the names of all those who were notified to us and who have died since last Yom Kippur. If there is anyone else’s name you would like mentioned at this time then please email Lynette and we will name them prior to the reciting of Kaddish during Yizkor.
This year we are also preparing an online Yizkor Memorial Book. If you would like to honour a loved one who has passed away this year, please send us their name, a photo, birth and death dates, and a short biography of no more than 75 words to include in this Memorial Book.
Please email lynette@alyth.org.uk with these details or with names you would like mentioned during Yizkor.
The Rabbis, Cantor and Lynette are here for anyone wishing to speak to them on any bereavement issues you may have at this time. We take this opportunity to wish all those that mourn, long life and good memories.

JMM during the 10 Days

- Monday 21 September (18:00-18:45) 'Connection' with Maxine Levy
- Wednesday 23 September (18:00-18:45) 'Contentment' with Mika Hadar-Borthwick
- Thursday 24 September (18:00-18:45) 'Awareness' with Maxine Levy
- Friday 25 September (17:00-17:45) 'Readiness For Change' with Mika Hadar-Borthwick

Financial Support - How we can help

If you are facing financial challenges at this difficult time, please do not hesitate to contact us.  As well as discussing the level of your annual synagogue contribution, we can help you to access a number of Alyth funds that are specifically here to help our members in times of challenge. 
Please contact Lynette at lynette@alyth.org.uk or Rabbi Josh at josh@alyth.org.uk

If you feel able to support other Alyth members in financial difficulty at this time, please email Rabbi Josh at josh@alyth.org.uk

The Jewish Leadership Council in partnership with Work Avenue has also established a fund to support those across the community whose earnings have been directly affected by COVID-19. This fund was set up to specifically assist those who are ineligible for Government support or who face delays accessing Government funds. Go to www.theworkavenue.org.uk/covid19 for more information.

​​​​​Some of our partner organisations are also running programmes during this period. Click here to see additional programming offered by Reform Judaism that you are invited to join.

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

Please remember that we also have two special numbers in addition to the main synagogue number: 
Alyth Careline – 020 8457 8798
This will be answered between 08:00 and 21:00 by a member of the community for anyone who needs someone to speak to. 
Emergency Careline – 07726 631808
Please use this number if you need urgent pastoral support.  The hard reality of this pandemic is that we as a community will support an increased proportion of our members and families through hospitalization and bereavement.  This number is there for these cases and will be answered by a member of the Alyth professional team.