A fully inclusive home
Egalitarian services where all genders participate equally, with a genuine welcome for interfaith families and LGBTQ+ people.
Why Join?You belong at HPS
A warm Progressive Jewish home in Hertfordshire — a kehillah kedoshah where you can connect, celebrate, and grow.
We would love for you to become part of the Hertfordshire Progressive Synagogue family. Whether you are searching for a spiritual home, engaging Jewish education for your children, or a supportive network for life’s joys and challenges, you belong here.
We welcome individuals and families from all backgrounds to worship, learn, and build community with us.
Why join our community?
Becoming a member connects you to the heart of Progressive Jewish life in Hertfordshire, and helps our united congregation thrive for generations to come. For a fuller picture of what membership offers, see Why Join?. Practical questions are answered in our Membership FAQs.
What membership includes
Lifecycle & pastoral care
Rabbinic guidance and pastoral support for life’s milestones — from baby namings and B'Mitzvahs to weddings and bereavement.
Why Join?High Holy Days
Guaranteed access for you and your household to Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services.
Why Join?Youth & learning
Priority places in religion school, early-years family programmes, youth activities, and adult learning.
Why Join?
Who can join?
Community should reflect the full breadth of modern Jewish life. You will find a genuine welcome if you are:
- Single, partnered, or raising a family
- In an interfaith relationship or household
- Jewish by birth, returning to Jewish practice, or exploring conversion through Progressive Judaism
- New to Hertfordshire and looking for a forward-thinking, active congregation
Accessible to everyone
Financial circumstances should never be a barrier to full participation in Jewish life. We use a sensitive, confidential fair-share contribution system, with discounted young-adult rates and concessionary options, so HPS stays open to all who wish to join. Details are in our Membership FAQs, and our office is happy to talk privately.
Next steps to belonging
- Visit us — Come to a Friday evening or Saturday morning Shabbat service and experience our music, prayer, and hospitality.
- Connect — Meet informally with one of our Rabbis or a member of our welcoming team to talk through your questions.
- Join — When you are ready, our membership team will guide you through joining. A simple online form will be available here soon.
Start by visiting a service, or email the office if you would like a quiet conversation first. We look forward to welcoming you.