• Old Homepage: donate (temporarily shalem)

    Old Homepage: donate (temporarily shalem)

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  • Opening to the Spirit – Interact

    Course Navigation: Learn  –  Interact  –  People  –  Resources Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4 | Week 5 | Week 6 Praying for each other, in whatever way feels right to you, is the most important part of this community. You may journal in any way you wish: in a notebook,…

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  • Reflections on “Watering the Garden”

    Reflections on “Watering the Garden”

    About nine years ago I became a Deacon at church. Not long after agreeing to lead a small prayer group, I suddenly found myself in situations where I needed to pray out loud and lead others in prayer. Knowing how to pray properly is something I have struggled with for a good portion of my…

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  • The Gift of Being Here

    The Gift of Being Here

    Opening the kitchen door to gauge the morning’s suitability for an early walk, I inhaled quickly and held my breath in reverence and awe. Cool refreshing air slid over me after days of stifling heat. Huge, puffy clouds rose in the bright blue sky. Even from my city view, obstructed by buildings, wires, and trees,…

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  • Expanding Into a New Call

    Expanding Into a New Call

    “This I know: My life is in your hands. I have nothing to fear. I stop, breathe, listen. Beneath the whirl of what is, is a deep down quiet place. You beckon me to tarry there. This is the place where unnamed hungers are fed, The place of clear water, refreshment. My senses stilled, I…

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  • Shalem is hiring!

    Office and Development Coordinator Location: Washington, DC Reports To: Development Director Job Classification: Part-time (30 hours per week) General responsibilities of the position General Support (10-12 hours per week) ● Coordinate Various office tasks and functions to ensure office operations run smoothly at all times ● Provide administrative support to the Executive Director, Director of…

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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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