Temple Judea Conservative Synagogue of Fort Myers is hosting an installation ceremony to formally welcome new Rabbi David Arias and introduce him to the broader community.

The public is invited to attend the Nov. 10 complimentary event, which includes a ceremony, luncheon, live music and family-friendly activities. To RSVP or for more information, visit tjswfl.org. 

Arias joins Temple Judea from the Moriah Congregation in Haifa, Israel, leading the country’s oldest Conservative synagogue in its third largest city. A native of Chile, Arias earned an undergraduate degree in music composition in his home country before moving to Israel, where he both served in the military and was ordained as a rabbi.

In addition to his rabbinical duties, Arias has served as a cantor and prayer leader in Jewish communities in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Europe, Israel and now the U.S.