Abiding in Presence and Gratitude: A Way In Omer Retreat
 

With Rabbi Yael Levy

May 15-18, 2025, Himalayan Institute, Honesdale, PA

Days 32-35 of the Omer

Dear Friends,

I am excited to be returning to the beautiful Himalayan Institute during the fifth week of the Omer, which brings the energy of Hod: Presence, Awareness, Gratitude.

Through sitting and walking meditation, prayer, chanting, shared reflections and the wonders of spring, we will open to the gifts and teachings of Hod. Our time together will include lag b’omer, the 33rd day of the Omer, which is a special time for gathering and celebration.

After our festive dinner on Thursday evening, we will enter into shared silence until Sunday, creating a sacred vessel for our practice. The silence will help us focus, be present and listen into the heartbeat of Hod.

During the retreat we will open the silence mindfully to pray, chant, explore teachings and share reflections with each other.

Our practices will include:

• Sitting and Walking Meditation
• Prayer, Song, Chanting and Movement
• Exploration of Psalms
• Hitbodedut: Meditative Encounter
• Shared Reflections

I pray that the energy of Hod will call us present with loving strength, revealing our great capacity to be messengers for healing and peace.

I look forward to our explorations together.

Blessings,
Rabbi Yael

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IMPORTANT
Maximum retreat participation is 22. Please note you must book your accommodations (meals are included) at the Himalayan Institute before registering for the retreat. Book your accommodations early to ensure that space is available.

Go to Room Booking now.

After your room is reserved and confirmed, next register for the Omer Retreat.

Here’s what registrants who attended the 2024 Omer Retreat had to say…

“This retreat was an absolute blessing. For me it was transformative. I will draw from this experience endlessly.”

“A beautiful experience in every way. I am deeply grateful!”

“Teachings were just right in intention and length. I loved being back in person. Body prayer outside at night was sweet.”

Register

Maximum retreat participation is 22. Please note you must book your accommodation (which includes meals) at the Himalayan Institute separately before signing up for the retreat. Go to Room Booking now.

Registration is an easy 2-step process.

1. We have reserved 18 single and double sleeping rooms for participants in our group. Contact Accommodations: Guest Rooms and Rates. Once this block is filled, we cannot guarantee that a room will be available.

Please note that Himalayan Institute is on two levels: our meeting room is on the second floor; the dining area and access to outside is on the first floor. Sleeping rooms are available on both levels. Be sure to let the Himalayan Institute staff know if you have a preference.

2. After your accommodations are confirmed, come back to this page (bottom) to complete your registration process. You will receive emails from both Himalayan Institute and A Way In to confirm your registration.

Retreat registration will be open until the maximum number of 22 participants is reached. To avoid a $50 late fee, be sure to register by Monday, March 31, 2025.

Registration Fee: $360.

The discounted fee for A Way In Friends is $324.*

*A Way In Friends discount of $36 applies to individuals who have donated or pledged $500 or more to A Way In since July 1, 2024 and to Rabbinical students. 

Kindly register one person at a time.

Questions about Logistics: Bea Leopold, Retreat Coordinator c/o Retreats@awayin.org retreats@awayin.org.

Questions about Teaching Content: rabbiyael@awayin.org