Rabbi Laura Geller visits South Bend,presenting “Getting Good at Getting Older”

The Kurt & Tessye Simon Foundation of Temple Beth-El invites you to a weekend of learning at the Jewish Federation, April 4-6, 2025

Rabbi Laura Geller is rabbi emerita of Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills. She was twice named one of Newsweek’s most influential American rabbis and was named by PBS Next Avenue as one of the fifty Influencers in Aging for 2017. She is co-author of the book Getting Good at Getting Older, a handbook for navigating all areas of life in later years with joy and grace. Copies of her book will be available prior to the weekend (contact Temple’s office).

Friday, April 4, 5:30 PM - Kabbalat Shabbat services followed by dinner & interactive lecture: Getting Good at Gaining Wisdom: Jewish Paths to Spiritual Growth

Saturday, April 5, 10:30 AM - Shabbat morning service followed by lunch & workshop: Moments That Matter: Marking Transitions in Midlife & Beyond

Saturday, April 5 at 4:00 PM - Interactive Workshop: I Get By with a Little Help from My Friends: Nurturing Meaningful Connections Later in Life. This workshop is open to all in the Michiana area. Invite your friends!

Sunday, April 6 at 10:30 AM - Brunch & interactive workshop: Remembering Me Like This: Tools to Write an Ethical Will

RSVPs are required for Friday night dinner, Shabbat lunch & Sunday brunch by March 31. Please email temple@tbe-sb.org or call Temple’s office at (574) 234-4402 to let them know which programs you plan to attend.