• The Weaver’s Prayer

    Dear Lord: My life looks like a mess of tangled threads and knots. But that’s because I only see the underside. -Anonymous      

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  • Harmony, Melody, and Rhythm

    When the soul has lost its harmony, melody, and rhythm, music assists in restoring it to order and concord. -Bruno Meinecke        

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  • Trust in God

    Trust in God. Let nothing disturb you let nothing frighten you; All things pass: God never changes. Patience achieves all it strives for. You who have God lack nothing. God alone suffices. -Teresa of Avila        

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  • Let Go

    Let go and know that I am God. -Psalm 46:10      

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  • God’s Seed

    Pear seeds grow into pear trees, nut seeds into nut trees, and God seed into God.” -Meister Eckhart    

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  • Our Desires

    We move spiritually not by our feet, but by our desires. -St. Augustine      

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Mission

Our mission is to nurture contemplative living and leadership.

Vision

In 2025, Shalem will be a dynamic and inclusive community, empowered by the Spirit, where seekers engage in transformation of themselves, their communities, and the world through spiritual growth, deep connection, and courageous action.

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