Brighter Future for Essex Jewry.
Reinvesting in
services that meet our people's needs.
Expanding and reaching-out across the entire region while adapting to the changing needs of our communities.
More flexibility to serve, Support and Connect
Our community is evolving, and so are the ways people gather, participate, and seek support. Our new head office allows us to invest more, directly into more meaningful experiences.
Operating with greater flexibility. We can focus our resources where they have the greatest impact - supporting people, strengthening relationships, and creating more opportunities for community engagement across every generation.
Wider reach
throughout Essex
We are stepping into a vibrant future designed to serve families and individuals throughout all of Essex.
By establishing dedicated regional hubs, we can deliver vital local services, foster deeper connections, and ensure our community thrives together for generations to come.
Stronger community throughout Essex
Guided by experienced leadership, Chabad values, and commitment to service through our existing Chabad houses in Gants Hill, Buckhurst Hill, Epping, Southend & Havering and its designated Shluchim (Emissaries), and local Rabbinic leadership. Together we are building a stronger and more sustainable future for the Jewish community.
Working in close collaboration with our wider Chabad global network, we can continue supporting individuals and families while creating new opportunities for growth, connection, and long-term impact for generations to come.
Same mission.
Same big vision.
Wider reach.
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Creating more opportunities for community engagement Support and safety.
Our Regional Head Office
Dear friends!
We’re excited to welcome you to our new regional headquarters in Essex!
As our reach continues to grow, we’re bringing our services, activities and community closer to more people across the region. As always we are here for you, and look forward to celebrating this exciting new chapter together!
Rabbi Aryeh Sufrin MBE
Executive Director
Head Schliach & Senior Rabbi
Thought for the week
from Rabbi A. M. Sufrin MBE
Rosh Hashanah – The Jewish New Year 5787/2026/7
by Rabbi Aryeh Sufrin | Sept 10, 2026 | Weekly Message
This coming Friday evening, 11th September heralds in the Jewish New Year, through Shabbat / Saturday and Sunday.
As the first day falls on Shabbat, we do not blow the shofar, usually the Mitzvah of the day, of Rosh Hashanah. However, we do listen to the blowing of the Shofar on the second day, Sunday 13th September. The shofar is blown as part of the Synagogue services in the morning. However, if we have missed this opportunity, we can hear the shofar throughout the whole day of Sunday.
This is where Chabad excels, by trying its best to make sure that as many people as possible can hear the shofar. This maybe in their private home, an aged home / centre, or anyone found, even on the street.
The period before Rosh Hashanah is not only the time of spiritual stock taking, but also for a deeper appreciation of the tremendous potential we have, as human beings, the crown of creation and as Jews, entrusted with the Divine Law of Life.
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In these days of reflection, each of us must consider: How far have I advanced in “my efforts” of refining the world, elevating it through “good deeds”? What must I do to resolve to get even further ahead in my personal mission?
May we be blessed to fulfil our mission with G-d’s blessings for a Happy, Healthy, Sweet prosperous New Year.
To find a Rosh Hashanah service, or / and any other Yom Tov needs, please refer to our website for more details and contacts visit www.chabadessex.co.uk
Simply Chabad Essex.
Our current Chabad
Centres
We currently run 5 community houses and synagogues working simultaneously across the region. Offering many study programmes, daily Minyan and Shabbat services, Youth and Adult programmes and so much more.
Chabad Buckhurst Hill
+44 (0)208 279 2987
Chabad Southend
+44 (0)753 464 8061
ALWAYS CONNECTED to you.
Tefillin &
Mezuzahs
Counselling &
Social Services
Educational Programmes
& much more!
Chabad Aid
We are a non-profit organisation that supports financially struggling families and individuals by providing them with food and other goods. They identified a growing need for support within the local communities. They rely on fundraising in order to ensure adequate supplies are available to meet the needs of those requesting assistance and support.