Manchester Masorti Community
Traditional Judaism for modern life in Manchester together.
A warm, traditional, egalitarian and inclusive Masorti community rooted in Jewish life, learning and connection with Israel.
Judaism for modern Jewish life.
Kehillat Or Tzion is a Manchester-based Masorti synagogue community, combining commitment to Torah, Shabbat and halachah with egalitarian participation and an inclusive welcome.
Traditional
Rooted in Torah, Shabbat, festivals and meaningful Jewish practice.
Egalitarian
Committed to full participation in communal Jewish life.
Inclusive
A welcoming place for members, visitors and people exploring Jewish life.
Zionist
Proudly connected with Israel and the Jewish people worldwide.
Upcoming services and events
1:00 PM
KOT Social
Join us for a relaxed KOT social event on Sunday 23 August 2026 at 1:00pm. We’ll be gathering with friends and family for an afternoon of good food, drinks, and […]
Event details10:30 AM
Shabbat Shacharit Service
Join us for a warm, welcoming, and inclusive Shabbat Shacharit service, followed by Kiddush.
Event details6:30 PM
Erev Rosh Hashanah
Join us for a warm, welcoming, and inclusive Erev Rosh Hashanah and Shabbat service, followed by apples, honey, and honey cake.
Event details10:30 AM
Rosh Hashanah Shabbat Shacharit Service
Join us for a warm, welcoming, and inclusive Shabbat Shacharit service, followed by Kiddush.
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Prospective members
Explore membership, fees and ways to become part of the community.
Friends of KOT
Support the community and stay connected even if full membership is not right for you.
Conversion enquiries
Learn about the Masorti conversion pathway and how to make an initial enquiry.
From Our Community
Latest learning and community thought
Comfort After the Cracks
This week we read Parashat Vaetchanan, on Shabbat Nachamu, the Shabbat of comfort after Tisha B’Av. After the heaviness of the fast, after remembering destruction, exile, and all the painful […]
Learning to Hear the Warning
This week we begin the book of Devarim, with Moshe standing before the Israelites and looking back over the journey they have taken. He does not offer a sentimental farewell. […]
The Journey Does Not End There
Parashat Matot-Masei brings us to the closing chapters of Bamidbar. After all the wandering, complaints, battles, mistakes, grief, and moments of courage, the Israelites are finally standing near the edge […]
Dor Va’dor Magazine
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