WELCOME TO OAKS LANE REFORM SYNAGOGUE

Oaks Lane is an exciting and diverse
Reform Jewish Community based in Newbury Park, Essex.

Please note that we are changing our working name from SWESRS to Oaks Lane Reform Synagogue. Please bear with us as we work through the website to make all the necessary changes.

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OAKS LANE REFORM SYNAGOGUE

Oaks Lane is an exciting and diverse Reform Community based in Newbury Park, Essex.  Its welcoming and inclusive style, together with its innovative approach to services, makes it a shining example of Progressive Jewry in East London.
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MEETING MEMBERS' NEEDS

Oaks Lane Reform Synagogue meets the needs of its members at all stages in their lives: sharing the joys of simchat, supporting and comforting them during difficult times.
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SERVICES AND LEARNING

Whether you enjoy spiritually uplifting services in our unique light filled, circular Prayer Hall, resonating with the sounds of our famous choir, or engaging in thought provoking learning, Oaks Lane Reform Synagogue will help and encourage you to participate fully in community life, whatever your background or level of Jewish understanding. Erev Shabbat / Shabbat Services are held weekly.

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BE INVOLVED

Members are encouraged to be actively involved with all aspects of synagogue life, religious, educational, social, fun, caring for vulnerable members of our community, with daily activities for members of all ages.  To find out more, please continue to browse.
Shalom
If you are already a member of SWESRS - welcome. Please browse the website and login / register to view the member-only areas.
If you are not a member, we’d love to welcome you to SWESRS, to become a part of our community, at whatever stage you are in your life.
Why not contact us today, we’re looking forward to hearing from you.

Discover more about our vibrant community! Showcasing the creativity of one of our younger members, Adam Daniels.

Upcoming Events

  • Purim – Service & Megillah Reading with our sister community, Sulam Ya’akov

    Saturday March 23, 4:00 pm

    As sunset falls over Israel, the restfulness of Shabbat transitions into the joy of Purim.

    Our sister community, Sulam Ya’akov, has invited us to celebrate with them and join with their Megillah reading.

    While you can join from home on zoom, if you are able to gather at Oaks Lane, Rabbi Jordan and Rabbi Lev will do their best to provide simultaneous translation, a parallel Havdallah ceremony (separating Shabbat and the new day), tea and hamantaschen.   For those joining on zoom, please know the primary language online will be Hebrew. Zoom details to follow.

    The party continues the next day, of course, with Esther Poppins, costume parades, and more..

    Members and Non Members welcome!

    RSVP to admin@swesrs.org.uk

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  • It’s Purim! A Family Friendly Purim Experience @ SWESRS!

    Sunday March 24, 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm

    Join us for our jam packed Purim events! Donation welcome!

    3:30-5:00 Children’s Carnival: Bouncy Castle, Crafts, Face Painting, and Soft Play
    (Bring Cash for food purchases)

    5:00-5:30 Megillat Esther: Family Megillah reading and songs

    5:30-6:30 The Oaks Lane Purim Spiel: Esther Poppins

    We have something for everyone! Members and Non-Members welcome!!

    RSVP to admin@swesrs.org.uk

     

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