
Leo Baeck Temple
Leo Baeck Temple is a welcoming and inclusive Reform Jewish community committed to sharing moral, spiritual, and intellectual nourishment with each other and the world. We are located in the Sepulveda Pass, directly across from the Getty Center.
Leo Baeck Temple
Leo Baeck Temple is a Reform Jewish congregation located in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 1948 by a small group of families as part of a broader movement to establish Reform Judaism in Southern California, the temple reflects the simplicity and sincerity central to its faith tradition. It is named in honor of Rabbi Leo Baeck, a prominent leader of German Jewry who survived the Holocaust and inspired the founders through his resilience and moral leadership during one of history’s darkest periods[1][3].
History
The congregation initially began as Temple Beth Aaron in 1947 under the leadership of Rabbi Alfred Wolf. Shortly thereafter, inspired by Rabbi Leo Baeck’s teachings and example, the membership chose to rename their growing community Leo Baeck Temple to honor his legacy. Since its inception, the temple has been rooted in a commitment to Jewish learning, worship, and acts of loving kindness[1][3].
Mission and Values
Leo Baeck Temple's mission centers on creating a welcoming and inclusive community dedicated to moral, spiritual, and intellectual growth grounded in Jewish tradition. Its congregational life is built upon three foundational pillars derived from Jewish values:
- Al HaTorah (On Torah): Emphasizing lifelong Jewish learning across all ages, fostering communal bonds, spiritual enrichment, and the pursuit of social justice.
- Al HaAvodah (On Worship): Offering communal prayer that embraces diverse theological perspectives, celebrating the richness and mystery of Jewish liturgy and sacred rituals.
- Al G’milut Chasadim (On Acts of Loving Kindness): Embodying Judaism’s core ethical imperatives by fostering a warm, caring community committed to tikkun olam (repairing the world) through social action and advocacy[1].
Social Justice and Community Engagement
Social justice and civic engagement have been integral to Leo Baeck Temple's identity since the leadership of its founding rabbi, Leonard Beerman, who was noted for his activism and interfaith dialogue. Today, the temple continues this legacy through partnerships with organizations such as LA Voice and the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism. These collaborations focus on issues including affordable housing, immigrant rights, mass incarceration reform, climate justice, and support for Sanctuary, Asylum, and Refugee families in Los Angeles.
The temple is active locally through LA Voice, a multi-faith coalition addressing social equity in Los Angeles County, and at the state level via RAC California and PICO California, strengthening interfaith and Reform Jewish advocacy efforts[5].
Affiliations
Leo Baeck Temple is affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism, connecting it to the broader Reform Jewish movement in North America[4].
Leo Baeck Temple remains a vibrant center for Jewish worship, learning, and social action, committed to nurturing a spiritual home that honors its historical roots while actively engaging with contemporary challenges and opportunities.
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