Wimbledon Synagogue, the largest in South London with 850 members, has appointed Rabbi Adrian Schell as its new minister.
Rabbi Schell — who will join the Reform congregation after the High Holy-Days — has served the Bet David Synagogue in Johannesburg since 2014, where he has been successful in increasing membership.
Wimbledon draws its congregation from across South-West London, Surrey and beyond. There are more than 100 children in its cheder.
Shul chair Rob Glaser said: “Rabbi Schell is the ideal fit. He shares our traditional values and commitment to the community and I know he will be instrumental in guiding us forward.”
