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In the Immediate Aftermath of the Brexit-Referendum

In the Immediate Aftermath of the Brexit-Referendum, Mosaic Works to Strengthen Local Interfaith Relations and Reach Out to Vulnerable Communities.  

We are well aware that that the election result was about much more than merely our political and econoQ1000806mic affiliation with the European Union.  It was also an expression of entrenched educational, social class and religious divisions.   Negative emotions like fear, anxiety, envy, resentment and hatred were whipped up by bitter ‘dog-whistlers’ and the tabloid media.

The referendum result is potentially a threat to the liberal humanitarian values that many of us Londoners do share:  inclusivity, diversity, neighbourliness extended to everyone and respecting the stranger as an equal human being.   As Jews, these positive ethical values are central to our hopes for a positive future.

On Friday evening 24th June, Rabbi Frank Dabba Smith and Borough of Brent Police Commander Mick Gallagher joined an Iftar meal at the end of that day’s Ramadan fast at the Wembley Central Mosque.   Their messages of solidarity and reassurance were warmly applauded.  In the face of reports of increased levels of hate-crime, we shall continue to emphasize our close interfaith ties based on values of community cohesion, mutual support, kindness, compassion and hope.

Rabbi Frank Dabba Smith

 

June 30, 2016

HaMakom – new Teachers wanted for September

We are looking for adults (20+) to teach Jewish studies on a Sunday morning.  There are approximately 30 Sunday mornings during the year. Rates of pay depend on qualification and […]

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Visiting Rabbi seeks accommodation in July

Would anyone in Mosaic know of, or have access to accommodation which could house a family of five from Friday 1st July – Tuesday 5th July inclusive?   This is for […]

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Situations Vacant within Mosaic

We currently have opportunities to join and lead teams in the following areas: Activities and Events Joining the team that plans and runs our events on festivals and Mosaic Shabbat. […]

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Gefiltefest

gefiltefestGefiltefest, the annual Jewish food festival, is back with a star studded line up at JW3 on Sunday 26th June.

Enjoy a great day out with more than 40 interactive sessions with top Jewish food writers, chefs and educators. Choose from demonstrations, workshops, debates, panels and kids’ sessions and experience the UK’s biggest kosher pop-up market place showcasing contemporary kosher food.

Presenters include:

  • Tomer Amedi, Head chef of Palomar, with special guest, Emma Spitzer, MasterChef 2015 finalist
  • Judi Rose discussing  her late mother Evelyn’s legacy,
  • Sharon Lurie,  ‘The Kosher Butcher’s Wife’
  • Plus the winner of Israeli MasterChef 2014, Nof Atamna Ismaeel

For more details and booking, visit www.gefiltefest.org

May 31, 2016

New Chairman of the Mosaic Board

philaustinAt the recent Mosaic Annual General Meeting, Phil Austin was appointed Chairman of the Board.  On taking up his appointment he thanked Harry Grant for his unstinting efforts in the past two years as the first Chairman of the Board.

May 26, 2016

National Holocaust Centre – service

Join The National Holocaust Centre & Museum at Westminster Abbey for a service of celebration and rededication in our 20th year   26th June 6.30pm To book your place at […]

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The Melody Makers – Gentleman singer wanted

THE MELODY MAKERS (Formerly Sylvia Freedman’s Group 326) GENTLEMAN SINGER WANTED We are a very friendly musical singing and performing group of 4 women and 3 men and we are […]

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Line-dancing

Thank you to everyone who showed an interest in starting  a line dancing group on a Thursday evening. However we need a minimum of 15 for this group to be […]

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Yom HaShoah UK

Sunday 8th May 2016 – 2pm Barnet Copthall Stadium, London NW4 UK Jewish Community National Holocaust Rememberance Ceremony Book your tickets now at www.yomhashoah.org.uk/nationalevent  

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