In a society that doesn’t often value wisdom, let alone age, we will explore the journey into the autumn of life. With gratitude for the wisdom of many elders, we can share the experience of redefining purpose and meaning as the leaves begin to fall. The autumn of life is filled with the colours of memory. More than that, it is a time to discover new meaning and purpose as we collect the shards of wisdom that we have attained and share in the divine gift of life. A time to move away from Age-ism to Sage-ism.
Retreat format: In-person
Date: September 15 – 17, 2026
Registration Fee: Total is $260 with a deposit of $60
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2026
Led by: Raphael (Ralph) Benmergui currently serves as the Executive Director of ALEPH Canada. The Centre for Jewish Renewal. Certified as a Spiritual Director and deeply committed to interfaith dialogue, he has led many workshops on Age-ing to Sage-ing. His podcast, Not That Kind of Rabbi, is available wherever you find your podcasts.
Arrival Time: between 2 and 4 PM on September 15, 2026
Depart: after 4 PM on September 17, 2026