Rabbi Godleman has joined South London Liberal Synagogue as the community’s full-time rabbi after serving the Streatham-based congregation for two years as student minister. Rabbi Harris-Eckstein becomes the first rabbi at Eastbourne Liberal Jewish Community, a small but growing congregation attracting members from throughout East Sussex. She will split her time between the Eastbourne role and working with Liberal Judaism on chaplaincy for older people.
Speaking afterwards, Rabbi Middleburgh said that many at the ceremony had told him that “this was the most moving and inspiring ordination they had ever attended. We are deeply grateful to all who contributed to making our service so very special.”
Rabbi Rich added: “I have got to know Nathan and Roberta over the past five years and I am delighted they will now both serve Liberal Judaism communities. The fact that two such talented rabbis are joining the religious leadership of Liberal Judaism is testament to the partnership between our movement and its congregations.”
