About Us
OUR SYNAGOGUE
Our Synagogue is looking forward to celebrating its 90th Anniversary during 2027. Please Click Here to see the history of the Shul.
As evident in the photos, our shul has a very traditional décor and can comfortably seat more then 200 people. Our modern ‘Central Bimah’ style ensures a more inclusive style service as well as a great improvement in the Chazan’s sound projection to the ladies. The atmosphere in the shul during the service is always one of inclusiveness and warmth. Page numbers are often announced to help congregants keep in touch with the services.
Next door we have a large hall which can comfortably seat more than 100 people, complete with a nice high ceiling. This room is often used for our Kiddushim, events and simchos.
OUR CHAIRMAN - Allan Kurt
As the new Chairman of HPCS I can bring extensive experience to my new role having previously served on the boards of management in both United &Federation Synagogues.
I am a regular Shul attendee not only at HPCS supporting our services and supporting the weekday morning minyanim at other Synagogues in the local area providing me with wide experience of Synagogues in the local area.
My traditional upbringing in Stoke Newington, Hackney attending Jewish Schools and Cheder Jewish clubs etc. provided a solid foundation in my Jewish knowledge. I also continue to carry the Ajex branch standard which I have done for many years.
I work in Property management and can use that knowledge in the maintenance of our Synagogue building. Socially I regularly play table tennis and tennis and enjoy watching most sports. I will bring enthusiasm and energy to the role, and I am looking to continue the achievements of our previous Chairman Mr Paul Ziles. I am delighted to serve as Chairman of this Synagogue.
OUR RABBI
Rabbi Kahan was born in Ilford Essex where for the first 13 years of his life observed his father leading the East Ham Manor Park community before his retirement.
As a 16 year old Rabbi Kahan began his Yeshiva and Rabbinical education first in Manchester then in Gateshead before returning to his roots and taking Semicha at the Ilford Torah Centre.
Along the way, Rabbi Kahan met Ruth (one of 18!) who shared his vision of leading a community. They joined Highams Park and Chingford Synagogue in late 2004.
Alongside his role at HP&C, Rabbi Kahan is also acting as a Senior Rabbinical Inspector for the KLBD, while Ruth runs the administration at a Primary School, in her role as Office Manager and PA to the heads, in NW London.
The Kahan's have 9 lovely children of which 5 are married and are living in Israel, Manchester and Edgware.
Bubba and Zeidah Kahan also have 7 grandchildren.
The Rabbi and Ruth have always loved the sound of young families in the Shul at well as very much enjoy hosting young and old at their Shabbos table..
