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May 11-15, 2020 Sicha Rabbinic Kallah Wildacres Retreat, Little Switzerland, NC

Mechayei Hametim: Life Among—And Beyond—Our Losses

Mechayei HaMetim names God as the one who "gives life to the dead." In some prayer books, it appears three times in the Amidah; in others, it does not appear at all. Regardless, Mechayei HaMetim remains in the vocabulary of Jewish religious imagination as an attribute of supreme, life-giving power that resists understanding as well as abandonment. With classical texts, modern poetry, hevruta learning, journaling, and quiet contemplation, we will explore this powerful theme. During the kallah there will be generous time for our small community to enjoy the majestic surroundings of North Carolina's Blue Ridge mountains!

$360 registration fee Includes 4 nights lodging and 11 meals (vegetarian/fish, kosher by ingredient). Arrive Monday 5pm, depart Friday after breakfast. Registration starts January 2020.

Beautiful surroundings for study

Time for reflection

Small group settings for conversations, learning and relaxation

The Rabbinic Kallah is sponsored by Sicha, an organization specializing in rabbinic enrichment through vital conversations between ancient texts and today's experience. The retreat is part of Sicha's B'almah Project to enable and facilitate conversations between classical Jewish sources and the living experience of loss in the world ( b'almah ).

Registration starts January 2020 Spaces are limited; hold your place with a $100 deposit.

Questions? Let us know if you are interested in attending. There are limited spaces so make your plans now to join us for learning and conversation at Wildacres Retreat in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Contact us !

SAVE THE DATE! May 11-15, 2020