Rabbi Ephraim Guttentag serves as the Chaplain for Manchester, bringing a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to fostering Jewish life on campus. Alongside his Chaplaincy role, Ephraim currently holds the position of Rabbi at Whitefield Hebrew Congregation in North Manchester. Prior to this, he spent three years as the Community Rabbi at Hampstead Garden Suburb Synagogue in London together with his wife Malky. Notably, Rabbi Guttentag has returned to his Chaplaincy role on Manchester campuses, a position he previously held for five years.
Rabbi Guttentag is passionate about ensuring that students maintain a strong Jewish connection during their time at university. He always looks forward to engaging with students across the Manchester region through various initiatives, including ‘Lunch 'n' Learn’ sessions, Freshers' fairs, seasonal events, or simply being available for a listening ear. He is committed to addressing all spiritual and welfare needs of the students.
In his Chaplaincy role, Rabbi Guttentag aims to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for Jewish students, providing them with the support and resources they need to thrive both spiritually and academically. His return to the Manchester campuses has been met with enthusiasm, as he continues to build and strengthen the regional Jewish student community.
