Young Adults Chaverim Retreat

YOUNG ADULT CHAVERIM RETREAT 2026

Theme: שמר (Shamar) — Guarding What Matters

In a time when antisemitism is rising, and the world feels increasingly uncertain, how do we guard ourselves, our faith, and our communities — while still shining as a light for Hashem and Israel?

Join us for an immersive Young Adult Retreat focused on the powerful lessons of Nehemiah: leadership, courage, unity, and vigilance. Together, we will explore what it means to live out שמר (shamar) — to guard what Hashem has entrusted to us, spiritually and communally.

What to expect:

• All sessions hosted on-site at our retreat hotel, Hilton Garden Inn at Tysons Corner, VA

• Shabbat morning services with Ahavat Yeshua Messianic Synagogue

• A high-energy escape room experience designed to challenge teamwork and problem-solving

• Deep teaching, meaningful conversations, and real community connection

This will be a weekend of growth, clarity, and renewal — equipping you to stand strong and walk faithfully in the days ahead.

We recommend flying into Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and taking the metro to Tysons Corner to avoid the cost of a rental car.

Registration is Open! Register TODAY! Hotel space is limited.

Speaker: Professor Jeffery Seif

Jeffrey Seif was born and raised in a Jewish family. After coming to faith in Yeshua, Jeff pursued theological studies at Moody Bible Institute and then completed his studies at Southern Methodist University, earning a master’s degree and a doctorate in theology and ministry. Jeff is a graduate of the North Texas Regional Police Academy. He earned a master’s degree from Cambridge University in England in Applied Criminology and Police Management and completed a PhD at Cambridge as well. He has an educational leadership certificate from Harvard University.

Dr. Seif served as the executive director of the UMJC. He served for thirty-eight years as a Bible college and seminary professor—and a criminal justice professor, too. He currently serves as an adjunct professor in The King’s University’s doctoral faculty. Prof Seif was the project manager for the Tree of Life Bible. Jeff appeared weekly on television for 10 years in a shot-from-Israel program called “Our Jewish Roots”. It runs on Daystar Television Network. Jeff has written a number of books. He is the congregational leader at Sar Shalom - Dallas.

Jeff enjoys weight lifting, Harley Davidson motorcycles, and sports cars. Jeff is the father of two sons and is married to Barri Cae Seif, a Jewish believer herself.