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Passover in the Galilee

Festival of Freedom at Ascent Tsfat

April 22-29

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Tzfat Old City, Israel

Room & Breakfast

Join us for 8 days of celebration, giving/ volunteering, and exploring the north. Celebrate the Jewish festival of freedom like never before – truly a once in a lifetime experience!
Settle in for a full week of Tzfat magic?
Strengthen our soldiers and families on the northern border??

Who?

You and fellow Jews from all over the world! / the amazing new friends you’ll make

What?

A full 8-day Passover retreat of connection, art, and exploring the north. Unique opportunity to unite and together bring strength and joy to the soldiers on the northern border. Plenty of time to discover the city of Tzfat and its ancient alleyways!
This is your chance to recharge and wander through nature, hike the Galilean Hills, and chill with new friends on rooftop patios.
Fire up your soul for Passover and learn with modern Kabbalists and the mystical artists of Tzfat!

When?

Passover- Sunday, April 21- Monday, April 29

Where?

Ascent Hostel – located in the heart of Tzfat’s Mystical Old City. Accommodations include a bed in a shared room, bathroom with shower, towels and bed linens.

What do I bring?

* Bring your whole self and an open heart!
* Clothes and toiletries. Please note that there is no dress code, but Tzfat gets chilly in the evenings. You will want to bring comfortable clothes for hiking and appropriate outfits for the Seder and Shabbat.
* We’ll provide accommodation, delicious meals and amenities!

What’s on the schedule?

* Passover Seder like never before surrounded by holy new friends
* Volunteering with army bases, packing food
* Learning a new side of Judaism with modern Kabbalists
* Explore the Old City of Tzfat and its artists quarter
* Drum circle and music in Tzfat’s Singing Cave
* Art workshops
* Meditations
* Shabbat meal in the community with host families
* Hike in the Galilean Hills and the forests and mountains surrounding Tzfat
* Farbrengen parties with delicious food, great friends and music into the night

Pricing?

With scholarships the program can cost you as little as 100 shekel a day! Without scholarships the price is 3600. Contact us to find out if you qualify for a scholarship.
Price includes accommodations, all meals, and an amazing experience! Special scholarships are available for students and interns in Israel up to the age of 30.

To check your eligibility for a scholarship, please complete the following form: https://forms.gle/4gMYPGb1w7JbpVf96

Exhilarating hikes around the Galilee!
Live Concerts and Jamming Sessions
Juicing Workshop
Healthy Living & Art Workshops
Kabbalah Classes
Meditation Sessions in the Forest
Nature Outings
Shabbat Hospitality
All night discussion group
& More…

Organize a group of friends and get a discounts:
4 friends – 10% discount | 5 friends and above – 20% discount

Discounts for Students and New Olim

Pictures from Previous Ascent Retreats

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Me, you and millions of Jews all over the world are invited to an amazing Shabbat experience!

Join us for a meaningful Shabbat in Tzfat!

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–  Accommodation is in Ascent Hostel, cozy and air-conditioned rooms in a homey atmosphere.

– Ascent provides home-cooked meals as well as light snacks in between.

– During Shabbat you can enjoy all of Ascent’s hospitality areas:

– Balconies with breathtaking views
– A lobby with ancient stone arches
– A pleasant and well-kept tea garden
– Coffee / tea corner with light refreshments 24/7

Rooms

Thursday, October 25

6:00pm

Welcome to Ascent

8:00pm

Pizza Time!

8:30pm

Weekly Insights  / Rabbi Amichai Cohen

10:00pm

Live Soul Music  / Alon Moshe Rom

Friday, October 26

8:30am-10:00am Breakfast

10:00pm

Lecture  ” Kabbalah 101″/ Rabbi Shalom Pasternak

12:00pm

Pre-Shabbat workshop: The Soul’s Symphony

1:30pm

Men- Walk to the Arizal Mikvah

Women – Challah Baking Workshop

2:00pm

Coffee and Fruit

2:30pm

Free time – get ready for Shabbat

3:25pm

Featured Lecture: Kabbalah of Shabbat – Living in the Moment/ Rabbi Leiter

4:25pm

Wine, Cheese and Good Music / Alon Moshe Rom

5:10pm

Women: Shabbat Candle Lighting & Shmooze with the Madrichot

5:30pm

Kabbalat Shabbat and Meal Placements – Evening Services with Joy & Singing

Walk To Host Families – Leave From The Rooftop

10:00pm

All-night discussion group What Does Shabbat Mean to You? / Mo Moodie

Saturday, October 27

8:30-10:30am

Light Breakfast

9:30am

Shabbat Services Explore Tsfat Old City Synagogue

12:00pm

Kiddush & Light Refreshments

12:15pm

Lecture: Bringing the Seventh Day Into our Daily Lives / R` Amichai Cohen

1:00pm

Lunch And Mingle  – Workshop: The Basic Principles of Jewish Life with the Mierowsky family

3:00pm

Stump the Rabbi/ Rabbi Shalom Pasternak

4:00pm

Mincha – Eliyahu’s Prayer

4:30pm

Walk to a Local Mystic for Seduat Shlishit!

6:45pm

Musical Havdalah Party

7:30pm

Best museum in town – 3d tour of how ancient jewish artifacts (like tefillin are made (minimum 10 people – sign up when booking)

9:30pm

Saturday Night Food and Stories: Melava Malka/ Alon Moshe Rom

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