Enfield and Winchmore Synagogue welcomes new rabbi

In addition, he has written for Chabad.org, and launched Talmudinfo, a pioneering online platform for teaching Talmud in Hungarian.

Rabbi Mendel Hurwitz[Missing Credit]

Speaking to the JC, Rabbi Mendel said that in the short time he’s been in the north London community he’s already been “so touched by the warmth and openness of the wonderful Enfield community and its members.

“I genuinely love being part of it, I have no agenda or expectations, just deep appreciation for what already exists here,” he said. “I would like to introduce some additional community activities during the week such as watching a film or having a discussion group. And of course, I’m always available for halachic questions or support in making religious life more accessible and meaningful.”

Michael Rubinstein, the shul’s chair, said the community was “thrilled and delighted” to welcome Rabbi Hurwitz to its midst, following a unanimous vote by members in his favour.

“We are fortunate to have the leadership of a very able and learned person who has shown in the short time he has been with us, active engagement with our members and initiative by connecting with members in the area that are unwell or indisposed,” Rubinstein said.

“With his strengths of Torah scholarship, personality and warmth, we feel confident that Rabbi Hurwitz and the community will grow closer in taking the synagogue forward in increasing participation under his leadership.”