Festival
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Celebrate the Joy of Hanukkah!
Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights, is a time to bring warmth, light, and joy into our homes and hearts as we celebrate the miraculous victory of the Maccabees and the rededication of the Temple. This cherished holiday reminds us of the enduring strength of Jewish identity, the triumph of hope, and the power of unity. Whether you are at home with family, celebrating with friends, joining us at the synagogue, or even travelling during the holiday, Hanukkah offers an opportunity to embrace its meaning and traditions wherever you are. Together, we can light up the world with the beauty of this festival! This year, we invite you to join in…
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Tisha be Av 2024
We will mark Tisha be Av with a service and reflections in the Synagogue on the evening of the 12th of August at 7.00pm. Please join Rabbi Adrian for this important date in the Jewish calendar year.RSVP office@wimshul.org
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Counting the Omer
Beginning with the second night of Pesach we count the Omer until we arrive in our calendar at Shavuot. To help you with the counting, we have prepared a leaflet for you with a calendar, the blessings, and the numbers (download link below and available in the Shul). Traditionally, the Omer is counted in the evening, after sunset. Chag Sameach The Jewish calendar is big on time and, in most cases, follows a natural pattern, such as the moon, the sun, and/or the seasons. However, Shabbat comes every week, whether or not Friday night feels like a Tuesday or a Thursday or if we are in summer or winter. Something I learned…
