• Patience is

    Patience is the companion of wisdom. ~Saint Augustine

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  • The Intimacy of Transition

    The Intimacy of Transition

    Article by Ann Dean (September 2018 eNews) September rains bring cool crisp air, soften the fragrance of the last white rose at the garden gate and splatter the pathways with acorns and the first shiny gold leaves from the tulip poplar overhead. Old pines whisper wisdom in the quiet of the morning breeze. Multitudes of wings…

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  • All the way

    All the way to heaven is heaven. ~Catherine of Siena

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  • Ordinary Life, Extraordinary Grace

    Ordinary Life, Extraordinary Grace

    Today’s post is by Mary van Balen Sometimes an ordinary event becomes an extraordinary grace. That happened to me recently, and I’m grateful. Horrible headlines, day after day, overwhelm. I couldn’t finish reading an article about the violence and abuse that drove Honduran families to risk everything and take a chance on making it to…

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  • The more

    The more a soul loves, the more it longs, the more it finds. ~Jean-Pierre de Caussade

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  • Gifts on the Way

    Gifts on the Way

    Today’s post is by Kimberly Borin, Ed.D. The Camino de Santiago, also known as The Way of Saint James, is an ancient pilgrimage, started in the ninth century and traveled by millions of people from all over the world. The Camino begins in France, Spain, or Portugal and all roads lead to the final destination…

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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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