Leo Baeck Temple

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Leo Baeck Temple We are located in the Sepulveda Pass, directly across from the Getty Center. Soon after, members of this young congregation heard a legendary rabbi speak.

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. In 1948, a small group of families in Los Angeles dreamed about founding a temple that would become a part of the sweeping movement to establish Reform Judaism in Southern California. It was a dream of a religious home, the simplicity and sincerity of which would reflect our faith. With the leadership and guidance of Rabbi Alfred Wolf, Temple Beth Aaron was formed. This rabbi had survived the Holocaust and risked his life as one of the most important leaders of German Jewry in its struggle to survive under Na**sm. He was a model of the human capacity to rise above the most degrading experiences. This rabbi’s name was Leo Baeck. So moved were they by his inspiration – our founders chose to rename the young congregation Leo Baeck Temple.

10/10/2026

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10/10/2026

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Three years later, October 7 remains difficult to put into words.For so many, the events of that day, and everything tha...
10/07/2026

Three years later, October 7 remains difficult to put into words.

For so many, the events of that day, and everything that followed, have changed our understanding of safety, security, loss, and hope. The trauma has not simply passed with time. It lives in individuals, families, communities, and in the collective consciousness of both Israeli and Palestinian people.

And yet, three years on, we are also reminded of something deeply rooted in the Jewish story: tragedy and resilience can exist side by side.

We remember those who were murdered on this day three years ago. We hold close the hostages and all those whose lives have been forever changed. We honor those who have served, those who have cared for others, and the countless people who continue to mourn, rebuild, and heal.

May we continue to stand with one another, with our people, and with all people working toward a future of peace, security, and hope.

10/03/2026

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10/03/2026

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09/26/2026

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09/24/2026

During our Yom Kippur Yizkor service, Rabbi Ken Chasen reminded us of a profound truth: our losses only hurt because they are powerful reminders of “how glorious it is to love and to be loved.”

Watch the full sermon, “The Dammed River,” and how Rabbi Chasen describes the connection between grief and the enduring power of love, and that even in moments of loss, the passion for living still lies deep within us 🔗 https://leobaecktemple.org/media/yvn28bx/rabbi-ken-chasen-s-yom-kippur-yizkor-sermon

09/23/2026

How do we navigate the changed landscape facing American Jews today?

In this clip from her Yom Kippur morning sermon, Rabbi Lisa Berney explains that the goal is not to find consensus or avoid conflict altogether. Rather, it is about creating a space for all Jews – whether they woke up on October 8 feeling more committed to Israel, questioning Israel, or anywhere in between.

"Because being a Jew today doesn't require us to stop fighting. It requires us to learn how to fight in a way that keeps us standing together."

Watch Rabbi Berney's entire sermon at https://leobaecktemple.org/media/rpqwq9n/rabbi-lisa-berney-s-yom-kippur-morning-sermon

09/23/2026

"Why would Judaism prescribe for us a full day to stop focusing on getting what we want?"

Yom Kippur invites us to recalibrate our hearts and our souls toward what really matters. When we focus on what we want throughout the year, it is easy to forget what we already have, like the families and friendships that fill our lives. For one day, we stop focusing on getting "stuff" or things we don't need, and focus instead on the relationships that make life meaningful.

You can view Rabbi Scott Goldberg's Yom Kippur Family Service sermon, "The Wanting Monster," in full here: https://leobaecktemple.org/media/j2y96nn/rabbi-scott-goldberg-s-yom-kippur-family-sermon

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1300 N Sepulveda Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA
90049

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

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+13104762861

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