ORANGE COUNTY FILE

Solidarity with Israel

Sixteen members of the Jewish Federation of Orange County recently returned from a weeklong solidarity mission in Israel. They took the trip with more than 900 people from 70 Jewish Federation communities across the country.

Sponsored by the United Jewish Communities, the mission was designed to “demonstrate concern, compassion and solidarity with Israel,” organizers say.

American Jews met with Israeli government and military officials, visited towns that had been under attack, and talked with residents. Two more trips are planned for February. For more information, call Bunnie Mauldin at (714) 755-5555, ext. 231.

Coping with Anger

Rabbi Gedaliah Fleer will present the seminar “The Healing Power of Forgiveness” from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday at Beth Jacob Congregation of Irvine. The forgiveness workshop serves as a cleansing experience for anyone harboring feelings of guilt, pain or disappointment. The workshop uses guided imagery and other methods to bring about a healing experience.

Fleer is acknowledged as one of today’s leading authorities on Jewish mysticism and the teachings of the Hasidic master, Rebbe Nachman of Breslov. He is the author of two books, and teaches and counsels in Jerusalem. Cost is $36 per person ($18 for students) and $60 per couple.

The synagogue is at 3900 Michelson Drive. (949) 788-5230.

Religious news of countywide interest may be sent to Gena Pasillas at The Times’ Orange County edition, 1375 Sunflower Ave., Costa Mesa 92626. They also may be faxed to (714) 966-7711 or sent by e-mail to gena.pasillas@latimes.com